Letters to the Editor
Premier should start showing respect for all Albertans
By Lethbridge Herald on October 31st, 2025
Editor, I’ve attempted to write this letter several times over the past few months. Every time I do, a new issue arises. What to address first? Perhaps the additional fees I’ve been paying as a senior – to my optometrist? To my pharmacy? My husband and I are both on a fixed income, so I ... Read More »
1 responseTake some time to pay your respects to our fallen veterans
By Lethbridge Herald on October 31st, 2025
Editor, With Remembrance Day ceremonies approaching, we reflect on the profound sacrifices made by our veterans. It is a privilege to honour those who answered Canada’s call, fighting for freedom in numerous conflicts. Thousands upon thousands responded, many not anticipating the ultimate cost of war. The 44,500 lives lost in WWII, and the many who ... Read More »
1 responseStrikes are usually more about respect than wages
By Lethbridge Herald on October 31st, 2025
Editor, There’s an old saying in the Labour movement: “An employer gets the union it deserves…” and I suspect the UCP government is about to discover this for themselves. Now, keep in mind people do not go on strike just because they got out of bed on the wrong side that morning. They strike because ... Read More »
2 responsesIt’s easy for critics of government to hide behind anonymity
By Lethbridge Herald on October 25th, 2025
Editor, I am writing to share my thoughts on the recent article in Thursday’s Herald regarding the mayor reaching out to social media commentators. While I understand the impulse to address public discourse, I believe the mayor should not engage with the uninformed and often ignoble posts on social media. Elected officials at all levels ... Read More »
2 responsesWe’re all in this together, except for the ones at the top
By Lethbridge Herald on October 24th, 2025
Editor, If buying Canadian results in continued high prices to pay CEOs of these companies tens of millions, it raises a concern: Are we buying Canadian so CEOs can keep their share price up and reward shareholders with dividends. or are we buying Canadian to ensure Canadian jobs? I find this a rather two-faced marketing ... Read More »
7 responsesAfter decades of singing, it’s time for new blood in church choir
By Lethbridge Herald on October 23rd, 2025
When Lydia and I arrived in Taber in 1982, we were delighted to join the St. Augustine’s choir when they asked us to do so. Joe, the choir director, knew his music that made it easier for us to blend in. After living in Taber for over a year, I was hired as a Power ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Access-A-Ride changes hurting regular users
By Lethbridge Herald on October 23rd, 2025
Editor, To say I am infuriated is an understatement. The previous transit manager shifted resources from the Access-A-Ride service to “on-demand” buses, effectively taking away dedicated handicap buses. As a result, we are now left with only one bus operating at night. Even when there were three buses running in the evenings, it was often ... Read More »
2 responsesThe Blue Jays embody every quality that Trump does not
By Lethbridge Herald on October 22nd, 2025
Editor, Now that the Blue Jays are headed to the World Series against the L.A. Dodgers, I wish to salute them. Their victory came about because of team management pulling the strings at the right time. The field manager John Schneider would build their confidence and not panic. He would put in or pull out players for ... Read More »
13 responsesMake no mistake, Danielle Smith’s end goal is sovereignty
By Lethbridge Herald on October 18th, 2025
Editor, I have been a fan of the popular reality show “Survivor” for many years. The participants are encouraged to “outwit, outlast and outplay” their opponents to win the million dollars. I can’t help thinking that Premier Smith is using the this same strategy in governing Alberta. She wants to outwit Albertans with her Alberta ... Read More »
11 responsesProvince is failing on vaccinations
By Lethbridge Herald on October 17th, 2025
Editor, Attention Premier Danielle Smith: I’ve worked in the oilfield, and am a proud conservative. I first voted for Premier Peter Lougheed, you may have heard of him. Were he alive today and in politics, he’s what you would refer to as a “Liberal” or “leftist”. Your mentor and American Idol Donald Trump received both ... Read More »
7 responsesSmith keeps Alberta from realizing its potential
By Lethbridge Herald on October 14th, 2025
Editor, Today is a good day to say a hard “NO” to Premier Smith regarding pipeline expansion. Her petulance and bullying are wearying. Talk of carbon capture doesn’t solve anything. When you sweep dust under the rug, it’s still there! We have so many sources of natural carbon capture from native grasslands and peatlands to ... Read More »
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