Letters to the Editor
Many Albertans rely on our social safety net for survival
By Lethbridge Herald on July 25th, 2025
Editor, A few years ago, I drove a young person to Calgary for a medical appointment. He was gradually losing his vision due to diabetic retinopathy, and he was on AISH – Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped. He had no support from his family. He lived in an “illegal” basement suite, advertised as such by the owner. ... Read More »
5 responsesPoilievre is making demands in a riding where he doesn’t live
By Lethbridge Herald on July 25th, 2025
Editor, Pierre Poilevre is complaining aboutall the other candidates running against him in Battle River Crowfoot but I find it hard to sympathize. I mean, here’s a guy who’s a nationally recognizable name, someone who’s been in politics since he was in short pants, the leader of the second ranked party in the whole country ... Read More »
13 responsesDrivers should at least slow down when going past a collision scene
By Lethbridge Herald on July 24th, 2025
Editor, I am writing this because I am disappointed with the actions of the drivers on Whoop-Up Drive Sunday night. A young lady hit a deer on the eastbound lane which I then ran over. I had no time to react. She pulled off to the side of the road and put her hazard lights on. ... Read More »
1 responseWhat future does the UCP see?
By Lethbridge Herald on July 24th, 2025
Editor, An open letter to Premier Smith: I think it’s time you thoroughly, clearly explain your vision for Alberta. What does Alberta look like in 10 years – honestly? Describe a typical day for the members of a multi-generational a family. Who’s caring for the pre-school kids? Do the school age children sit in classrooms ... Read More »
7 responsesTrump is playing governing Liberals for fools with his whims
By Lethbridge Herald on July 23rd, 2025
Editor, I enjoy watching the Liberals scurry around pretending they are making headway on trade and insisting all the while that it’s a deal for Canada or no deal. Meanwhile the real negotiator/dictator isn’t even in the room? So we flail away pretending to make headway when we have already been told exactly what is ... Read More »
15 responsesCanada has no plan to stand up against Trump
By Lethbridge Herald on July 18th, 2025
 Editor: I enjoy watching the Liberals scurry around pretending they are making headway on trade and insisting all the while that it’s a deal for Canada or no deal. Meanwhile the real negotiator/dictator isn’t even in the room? So we flail away pretending to make headway when we have already been told exactly what is ... Read More »
28 responsesDrivers should understand the meaning of hazard lights
By Lethbridge Herald on July 12th, 2025
Editor: I am writing this because I am disappointed with the actions of the drivers on Whoop-Up Drive (Sunday) tonight. A young lady hit a deer on the east-bound lane which I then ran over. I had no time to react. She pulled off to the side of the road and put her hazard lights ... Read More »
5 responsesWhere are the NDP voices on the Alberta Next panel?
By Lethbridge Herald on July 12th, 2025
Editor: I’ve actually got no real problem with the panelists that our illustrious Lady Premier has named to the Alberta Next Panel. But, as a card carrying United Conservative Party member, what I have a problem with is that the MLA for Brooks-Medicine Hat has sought to exclude New Democratic MLAs from the panel. They ... Read More »
9 responsesCoaldale priest’s preaching and humour will be missed
By Lethbridge Herald on July 4th, 2025
Editor: We have known Fr. Ian Gagne for the past nine-and one-half years since he came to St. Ambrose church in Coaldale, Alberta. We took him and his parents to Chef’s Hat restaurant for dinner when he first arrived and to get to know them better. Lisa, the owner, was generous with her hospitality and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Urban hen proponents have a right to be heard
By Lethbridge Herald on July 3rd, 2025
Editor, I would like to thank Councillor Mark Campbell for his motion to allow the Citizens of Lethbridge Urban Chicken Club, to speak to city council. The motion was passed by a 7-2 vote and CLUCC will present to the Safety and Social Committee. CLUCC will demonstrate that a one year pilot project to help ... Read More »
7 responsesDenying right to speak isn’t democracy
By Lethbridge Herald on July 3rd, 2025
Editor, During the June 24 city council meeting, a motion was put forward by councilor Campbell to allow a local organization the opportunity to present on a topic important to them to the Safety and Social Standing Policy Committee (SPC). This motion was necessary because previous requests to present to the SPC were denied by ... Read More »
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