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Noteworthy: Bad passwords, gas-flavoured beer and best PMs
By Medicine Hat News on February 10th, 2018
Popular T-shirt at the Winter Olympics in South Korea: “My parents went to the Winter Olympics and all they brought me back was the Norovirus.” … If you use the password “123456′ or ‘password’ for any of your online security functions, congratulations — you have chosen the worst passwords of 2017, according to a recent ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Peace United Church in Irvine to celebrate 100 years on Sunday
By Medicine Hat News on February 10th, 2018
Light filtering in through stained glass windows — and a window or two that had been broken and replaced with clear glass — illuminated the sanctuary with warmth. There was a restful quiet in there, like the feeling that comes with stepping outside alone at night during the type of snowfall where the flakes drift ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Insurance Understood: Doughnut sprinkles
By Medicine Hat News on February 10th, 2018
Tim Hortons is a popular place to pick up doughnuts this time of year. My daughters’ eyes widen when they see doughnuts with sprinkles! Your eyes may widen as you read how sprinkles may save you tax. Really — stay with me for a bit. I’m talking about an RRSP or RRIF sprinkle strategy; which ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Who is your valentine?
By Medicine Hat News on February 9th, 2018
As we approach Feb. 14 it is time to think about relationships and their meaning. Ponder the following: 1. Most people spend more time shopping for a new vehicle than finding a partner. Slow down and consider what you need and can offer before you commit. 2. Dating is a way of determining whether you ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Play is the work of childhood
By Medicine Hat News on February 9th, 2018
Fred Rodgers is often quoted saying what I believe is a fundamental perspective in creating healthy and resilient children. He says “play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood.” It is through play experiences that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hat cadets to show their talents
By Medicine Hat News on February 9th, 2018
Medicine Hat News An Olympic-style event featuring local cadets is scheduled for Feb. 17 at the Pattison Armouries. The three cadet programs in the city — 15 Medicine Hat Ryal Canadian Air Cadets; 145 Medicine Hat Royal Canadian Sea Cadets; and 2313 South Alberta Light Horse Royal Canadian Army Cadets — will work as teams ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Grapes & Gourmet Gala coming up
By Medicine Hat News on February 9th, 2018
Medicine Hat News The 12th annual Grapes & Gourmet Gala, co-sponsored by Pritchard & Co. and the Medicine Hat Kiwanis Club, will take place March 9 at Medalta. The charity fundraising event showcases food from local restaurateurs and pairs it with fine wines.The money raised goes to the Kiwanis Club of Medicine Hat and other ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Caregiving Corner: Are you a boiled frog?
By Medicine Hat News on February 9th, 2018
I’ve heard it said if you put a frog in boiling water, it knows to jump out to avoid being boiled. If you put a frog in cold water, and slowly raise the temperature, it adapts to the rising temperature and stays there until it’s boiled. The caregiving path is similar and equally dangerous. It ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar Feb. 5-11
By Medicine Hat News on February 5th, 2018
MONDAY — Do you have a drinking problem? Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held seven days a week in Medicine Hat. For times and locations, call 403-527-2065. — Moms’ Walking Group, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., meet in Mall Food Court in front of A&W. Walk, then have coffee. — TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) 5:30 p.m., ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Heritage in the Hat: Re-purposing historic sites
By Medicine Hat News on February 3rd, 2018
Is “re-purposing” even a word? It does have special meaning in the world of heritage. Saving and designating to protect a building is only part of the challenge. A designated heritage building without a purpose is probably doomed to neglect and insignificance. Finding a new, viable purpose for a heritage building is a true success. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Duplicate bridge club results for December
By Medicine Hat News on February 3rd, 2018
Dec. 5 North-South 1st Sumit Chatterjee & Ed Codding 2nd John Weatherhead & Ed Keck East-West 1st Anna Hofer & Marianne Siskin 2nd Mona Girling & Charlotte Jobb Dec. 7 North-South 1st Sumit Chatterjee & Chris Stewart 2nd Doreen Denis & Lorena Kelly East-West 1st Leslie Gill & Len Sharland 2nd Jean Dermody & Josie ... Read More »
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