Letters to the Editor
Striking holds Canadians for ransom and does no good for anyone
By Lethbridge Herald on November 20th, 2024
Editor: You do realize that striking for more money only puts all Canadians further back cost wise? Where do you people get off holding the rest of Canada for ransom ? Even if you get your raise your asking for after so many days you will not make up for the money that’s lost due ... Read More »
13 responsesTrump presidency means more tariffs for Canada
By Lethbridge Herald on November 15th, 2024
Editor: I wrote on May 21 the time of the dictators was just a shot away. And now it is actually here. Donald Trump’s sweep of all four components of the active parts of the US government will be complete in a few days when the Republicans gain control of the Congress. On November 5 ... Read More »
40 responsesWearing a poppy not the only way to show support for the country’s veterans
By Lethbridge Herald on November 15th, 2024
Editor: Re: Al Beeber’s column. Your column, in which you stated that some people “refuse” to wear a poppy, may have some truth but how dare you to paint all the rest of us non-poppy wearers with the same brush! You have no idea. Wearing a poppy for three or four days may make you ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sightings of two cutthroats in Rock Creek offers some hope
By Lethbridge Herald on November 9th, 2024
Editor: When a 2023 midsummer surge of mud and water transformed Rock Creek into a brown, muddy mess, I, living on the stream’s cascading outer edge, was one of the first people to witness the disturbing event. Days passed before I learned of TC Energy’s ensuing “incident report” defining its role in the muddy outcome ... Read More »
4 responsesVoting in byelection can send a message to government
By Lethbridge Herald on November 9th, 2024
Editor: Is not voting a logical choice during a byelection? I can certainly relate to the frustrations expressed by both Al Beeber in his column of Oct. 25 and in Rose-Marie Nyberg’s Letter to the Editor of Nov. 1. We may not be happy with both parties, but is not voting in the upcoming byelection ... Read More »
37 responsesSeeing people smoke in non-smoking area disheartening
By Lethbridge Herald on November 8th, 2024
Editor: The recent hospitalization of my 80-year-old father highlighted the unwavering commitment of medical staff, who devoted themselves to his care and recovery throughout his month-long healing journey after a fall and a serious head injury. It was uplifting to witness the dedication of the healthcare professionals involved in his treatment, as they worked tirelessly ... Read More »
1 responsePeople who don’t vote in elections shouldn’t complain
By Lethbridge Herald on November 7th, 2024
Editor: Both my parents came to Canada from a war torn country after the Second World War. My dad was a veteran, shot, captured, tattooed and placed in a concentration camp. To this day I still don’t know how he survived and was released. My mother, on one occasion, talked of the Nazis coming into ... Read More »
1 responseIn honour of veterans with gratitude
By Lethbridge Herald on November 1st, 2024
Editor: On every Remembrance Day I remember the veterans I knew personally with gratitude. The following are some of them: • Col. Bill Savage and Dr. Shin Kuroda: My cousin Midori married Bill who was a pilot in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. Uncle Shin was Midori’s father and a surgeon of ... Read More »
5 responsesNeither UCP or NDP deserve a vote in Lethbridge West election
By Lethbridge Herald on November 1st, 2024
Editor: The article by Al Beeber on October 25, 2024 offers tremendous insight and knowledge. I also live in Lethbridge West and have decided to vote for any other party besides the Alberta NDP or United Conservative Party. When Shannon Phillips endorsed Rob Miyashiro, it felt insulting that she appeared to think she has the ... Read More »
15 responsesGovernment’s refusal to cover Paxlovid a cruel decision
By Lethbridge Herald on November 1st, 2024
Editor: If you’re a senior, and if you have a comorbidity like diabetes, and if you contract COVID-19, treatment with the anti-viral Paxlovid is generally recommended, since it will reduce the risk of severe disease, and the risk of hospitalization. Unfortunately, if you live in Alberta, accessing this treatment will now be out of reach ... Read More »
4 responsesNeudorf needs to do what is right for residents of Alberta
By Lethbridge Herald on October 30th, 2024
Editor: A letter to Mr. Neudorf, MLA for East Lethbridge and current UCP member. I have become quite jaded by the direction the current government is heading. In your column on Saturday, Oct. 12, you stated, “It is an honour to represent you in the Alberta Legislature. The work I do in government is deeply ... Read More »
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