Local Life
Heritage in the Hat: Bank on it
By Malcolm Sissons on December 20th, 2024
T he Canadian Bank of Commerce was founded in 1867 in Toronto and concentrated its activities in Central Canada until the turn of the century, when it began expansion in the Maritimes and the Prairies. In 1902, Winnipeg branch manager Sir John Aird toured the North West Territories and recommended the establishment of new branches. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: All I Want for Christmas is to be understood
By Tina Meggison on December 20th, 2024
Communication is everywhere. It’s essential to every part of life, shaping how we connect with others and even how we understand ourselves. From the moment we’re born until the day we pass, communication is at the heart of it all. But what happens when communication becomes a challenge? As a Low German kid growing up ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Holiday wishes for good health
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on December 20th, 2024
What would be the one thing we’d wish for to make the world a healthier place? Unhesitatingly, it would be peace. Peace in the world and all our homes, schools and workplaces – peace everywhere. If so-called humankind weren’t so busy cultivating hate, we would have a lot more resources for taking care of ourselves ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Municipal Matters: After the Review – Next steps for Medicine Hat’s energy business
By Rochelle Pancoast on December 19th, 2024
This fall, city council heard the results of an independent, third-party review of the City of Medicine Hat’s energy business to confirm overall strategic approach to ensure best value for the community. Following an intensive five-phase project that evaluated the current state of the city’s energy business, a strategic assessment of trends, regulations, and change ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eye on the Esplanade: Joy at the Esplanade
By Aaron Nelson on December 19th, 2024
There is much joy at the Esplanade. You hear it in the halls as school groups explore the latest contemporary art exhibitions or learn about the history of our region. You see it in the faces of families watching an ice carver transform a block of ice into the Grinch and a Christmas tree. You ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: You’ve heard of balloon animals, now try them with candy canes
By Patty Rooks on December 14th, 2024
The Holiday Season and shopping are in full swing by now, I am sure. I do not know if you are like me, but this time of the year I purchase WAY too many candy canes and I am not sure what I should do with them all. Well, science of course! Let’s get started. ... Read More »
1 responseBy the Way: Charity and love walk hand in hand
By Kristy Reimers-Loader on December 14th, 2024
I’ve been thinking a lot about charity lately. For Christians, the Christmas season is filled with songs and sentiments of faith and hope, but in the Scriptures, the greatest emphasis and highest value is set upon charity. This thought cut through my consciousness most sharply when I found myself unavoidably thrust into the midst of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Wants or needs?
By Linda Hancock on December 14th, 2024
On November 11, 2023, my only nephew, Kyle, died suddenly at the age of 39 years. He had been healthy and strong, so we were shocked. It was sad when, a few weeks later, his two sons, aged 6 and 8 years, went to see Santa Claus. When asked what they wanted for Christmas they ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Rx for terrible loneliness
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on December 13th, 2024
The Christmas season is one of the joyful times of the year. The homecomings, parties, and sentiments we are still lucky to be a part of this messy, troubled world. But we also know those who have lost loved ones and are now alone. For all the people we are packing onto a smaller and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Medicine Hat Euchre results for October 2024
By Medicine Hat News on December 11th, 2024
@MedicineHatNews October 3 1st – Rita Myyson 2nd – Gerri Roseberry, Al Guscott, Shirley Brooks 3rd – Kathy King 4th – Butch Hiltz 5th – Janet Squires, Philip Conroy October 7 1st – Marie Couch 2nd – Al Guscott 3rd – Rosemary Hollis 4th – Terry Young 5th – Rita Myson, Mark Wawrzynkiewicz October 10 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Medicine Hat Duplicate Bridge results for November, 2024
By Medicine Hat News on December 11th, 2024
@MedicineHatNews Friday, Nov. 1 North/South 1. John Weatherhead – Bob Storrs 2. Lorena Kelly – Betty Biffard East/West 1. Peter Wilson – Terry Lynn Noble 2. Rita Langford – Lloyd Fowlie Tuesday, Nov. 5 North/South 1. Cliff Bryanton – Charlotte Jobb 2. Bob Storrs – Ruth Mary Hollis East/West 1. Lloyd Fowlie – Lynn Fowlie ... Read More »
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