Opinions
Hoarders of rapid COVID tests should face punishment
By Brian Hancock - Herald publisher on January 5th, 2022
If we’ve learned one thing through the COVID craziness it’s this: the worst of times will bring out the true character of people – and it’s not always good. The vast majority of us have accepted there will be ups and downs. This type of pandemic has never happened in our lifetimes; our leaders were ... Read More »
4 responsesAny wonder why this pandemic never ends?
By Rich Glennie on December 29th, 2021
I give up. At this point, nothing said now will ever change anyone’s mind. So let’s move on and accept the consequences. I’m talking about the COVID-19 pandemic that still has many Americans believing it is either a hoax or over-hyped melodrama nearly two years in the making. Not sure if it will take a ... Read More »
34 responsesMany in the community make Lethbridge a better place to live
By Lethbridge Herald on December 24th, 2021
Shannon Phillips MLA Lethbridge West It’s hard to believe, but another year has ended. There can be no doubt that 2021 was challenging for so many of us. From our province’s continued existential fight with COVID, to our city’s troubling doctor shortage and the ever-increasing cost of living, this year stretched many of us to ... Read More »
14 responses2021 has been a year full of notable items
By Lethbridge Herald on December 17th, 2021
Blaine Hyggen Mayor of Lethbridge Saturday is the big day! Last month, I issued a community challenge to help out local food banks – and you responded! This weekend, the stage is set to welcome a group of community partners to play against City staff in a hockey game for a good cause. The Mayor’s ... Read More »
2 responsesFall session has been a productive one in legislature
By Lethbridge Herald on December 10th, 2021
Nathan Neudorf MLA – Lethbridge East Merry Christmas, everyone! To say 2021 was an exciting year with twists and turns is a little too cliché and a vast understatement. All I can say is that I feel incredibly blessed, yet again, to represent the great people of Lethbridge as we navigate the excitement together. The ... Read More »
3 responsesMaybe we need to start demonstrating again
By Lethbridge Herald on December 8th, 2021
Welcome to “Our University,” a new monthly column in which we’ll profile events, issues and people from our city’s university, the University of Lethbridge. I’m the president of the University of Lethbridge Faculty Association and a long-time teacher and researcher at the U of L. Our university has some great stories to tell, and I ... Read More »
3 responsesWhen the government spends, you pay
By Lethbridge Herald on December 3rd, 2021
Rachael Thomas Member of Parliament for Lethbridge Breakfast is by far my favourite meal of the day. My go-to menu item is eggs and bacon, or an omelette with a side salad. I love a classic breakfast! I used to be able to eat at a local pub or breakfast spot for as little as ... Read More »
28 responsesMayor looking forward to a collaborative team effort
By Lethbridge Herald on November 19th, 2021
Blaine Hyggen Mayor of Lethbridge Lethbridge, I’m listening. Thank you to the residents of Lethbridge for giving me this opportunity to serve you. I look forward to working for you and I’m humbled to be your mayor. I look forward to continuing to give my perspective and commentary in this space as we embark on ... Read More »
4 responsesVaccination decision can’t be politicized
By Nathan Neudorf - Lethbridge East MLA on November 12th, 2021
As another Remembrance Day passes, I hope we have all taken time to thank veterans and recall the sacrifices of Albertans and Canadians who gave up everything, including their very lives, to protect our freedom. Seventy-six years have passed since the last world war, and now, we find ourselves recognizing the true value of the ... Read More »
34 responsesThe throne speech that should be
By Lethbridge Herald on November 5th, 2021
Rachael Harder – MP for Lethbridge At the opening of every new session of Parliament, the Prime Minister is given the unique opportunity to share his vision for Canada and what he and his government aim to accomplish over the coming years. This roadmap comes in the form of a Speech from the Throne delivered ... Read More »
32 responsesSome liberty restrictions are justified
By Eric Mathison - guest column on October 28th, 2021
Here’s a common view of liberty right now. Before the pandemic, liberty was valued in society. We could do what we wanted. But now liberty has been pushed to the side. We’re restricted in all kinds of ways we weren’t before, which has put us on the slippery slope to the complete loss of freedom. ... Read More »
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