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Collector’s Corner: Canada 150 new coins
By Medicine Hat News on November 25th, 2017
The year is almost over and I do not believe there will be any more ‘Canada 150’ coins out so I will tell you about all of them that were released this past year. The new design coins that you have seen in circulation are all coins that have been designed by Canadian people and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: The family orange
By Medicine Hat News on November 24th, 2017
I love looking at the fresh produce at the grocery store. Often I have been enticed by large, beautiful oranges and then am disappointed to find that what I have purchased is mostly peel! You can’t eat the peel but it does serve to protect the fruit that lives inside of it. Sometimes it is ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Reformation commemorative service draws 250
By Medicine Hat News on November 23rd, 2017
Medicine Hat News Around 250 people attended a commemorative service Nov. 12 at St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church to mark the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. The Reformation marked the beginning of the modern era as well as the breach between Protestants and Catholics. The service contained thanksgiving for what we share in common, repentance ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Buds and Blooms: The Windmill elves are decorating
By Medicine Hat News on November 18th, 2017
The winter-land elves at the Windmill Garden Centre have been constructive with their hands and creative with their minds. Come down to see the interesting ideas for decorating a Christmas tree. They will inspire your artistic side. My favourite tree is the woodland one with squirrels, foxes, owls, snowmen and braided burlap garland. The silver ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: Conductive dough
By Medicine Hat News on November 18th, 2017
It has been a busy few weeks with requests for electricity. With a turn in the weather, what better thing to investigate! If the truth was told, I am not an expert by any means in this field. I have had to do my homework, some research and brush up on my skills in this ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mental Health Matters: When youth volunteer
By Medicine Hat News on November 18th, 2017
The experience of volunteering provides young people with self-confidence, work experience, flexible thinking and independence. There are so many first experiences that are nerve racking and working is one of them. Everything from the interview, to the training and the new personalities of co-workers — the unknowns. This is when the value of volunteering can ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: On giving
By Medicine Hat News on November 18th, 2017
Well it is here! The time is at hand for the Christmas shopping season Nov. 24 is Black Friday followed quickly by its online counterpart Cyber Monday. Soon the malls will be full, and kids will be amped up. Soon we will be baking and hosting and enjoying or perhaps tolerating the office Christmas party. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Your Money: Retirement is coming … will you have enough?
By Medicine Hat News on November 18th, 2017
For years you’ve been saving for retirement. How much do you think you will spend during retirement? Will you have enough? You’ve probably considered the first question from time to time, but have you taken a hard look at the second question? It’s one thing to save for retirement in general, but what about your ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Take care of your teeth every day
By Medicine Hat News on November 17th, 2017
Protecting your children’s teeth from decay helps their overall health and well-being. Decay in a child’s mouth can cause pain and infection that can make your child sick. Many children obtain their first adult molar at around six years old. Baby teeth are still very important to protect because they help with the body’s teething ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Focus on your goals
By Medicine Hat News on November 17th, 2017
I have a client who faithfully goes to the gym three times a week. He told me that he is surprised at the lack of focus of others who are “working out” at the same time. Some of them are so busy looking at their phones that their speed is significantly reduced.Others may dawdle or ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!L.A. designer at Medicine Hat My Scrubs on Saturday
By Medicine Hat News on November 16th, 2017
Medicine Hat News Medicine Hat medical wear store My Scrubs will welcome a famed L.A. designer this weekend for a trunk/fashion show. Kathy Peterson, the founder and designer of koi, will show her 2018 spring scrubs collection to locals at the Nov. 18 event. The fashion show will start at 1 p.m., followed by shopping ... Read More »
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