Southern Alberta News
Local advocate reflects on anniversary of conversion therapy bill
By Theodora MacLeod - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 14th, 2023
December 7 marked two years since the bill that called for the criminalization for conversion therapy passed in the Canadian Senate. Just a week prior, the House of Commons unanimously passed what was then known as Bill C-4, after a motion presented by Conservative Party MP Rob Moore was fast-tracked. By Dec. 8, the bill ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lawyers of Chinook students asking for time to review information
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on December 14th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com Lawyers representing four Lethbridge high school students charged with assaulting a fellow student were back in court Wednesday asking for an adjournment to review information recently received from the Crown’s office. “We did receive some disclosure today,” Lethbridge lawyer Steven Osmond confirmed in Lethbridge youth court. Osmond said the amount of disclosure is ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!LSCO preparing for annual free Christmas Day dinner
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 14th, 2023
Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization is holding its 39th annual free turkey dinner Christmas dinner. The dinner will be held at LSCO on Christmas Day from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. All members of the community are invited but are asked to call LSCO in advance. LSCO Fund Development and Marketing Coordinator Hannah Dupuis said Wednesday ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New West raising the curtain on ‘Elf: The Musical’
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on December 14th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com New West Theatre, in a co-production with the Enmax Centre, is adapting a beloved Christmas movie to musical theatre to spread some holiday cheer in a hilarious way. “Elf: The Musical” is based on the Christmas movie “Elf” which follows the adventures of Buddy, a human raised as an elf, as he embarks ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lawyer still trying to set trial dates
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on December 14th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A Lethbridge man who pleaded not guilty last month to numerous criminal offences, is still waiting to schedule trial dates, a judge was told Wednesday. During a brief hearing in Lethbridge court of justice, Calgary lawyer James McLeod said his attempts to reach the trial co-ordinator at the courthouse have been unsuccessful and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alberta Medical Association sounds alarm on hospital overcapacity
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on December 13th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The Alberta Medical Association is sounding the alarm on hospital overcapacity across the province based on what they say is a result from a trifecta of factors. AMA president Dr. Paul Parks told the Herald Monday that an increase in respiratory illnesses resulting in hospitalization is adding to an already over-capacity system. “The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local poet inspired to compile works into book
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on December 13th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A local young poet who has been sharing his poetry online for the last few years, has compiled more than 50 of his poems into a book where he writes about nature, hope, faith and love. 25-year-old Lethbridge poet Alexey Soshalskiy, author of “Aspen Grove” collection of poems, said he finds inspiration in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Coutts protester parts with lawyer
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on December 13th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com One of four men accused of plotting to kill RCMP officers during the Coutts protest and blockade in 2022 has parted ways with his lawyer, raising concerns about more delays in the high-profile case. “I feel the relationship we had has deteriorated,” Anthony Olienick said Monday in Lethbridge Court of King’s Bench, where ... Read More »
2 responsesReport given to council on pavilion condition
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on December 13th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com A preliminary report on repurposing the pavilions and other buildings at the Lethbridge Exhibition shows the structures on site are generally sound. Jason Elliott, Director of Community Services, told council on Tuesday that the cost of replacing essential components in the next five years would be about $1.6 million to address maintenance deficits ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nord-Bridge hosting Winter Wonderland this week to spread holiday cheer
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on December 13th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The Nord-Bridge Seniors Centre will hold its fourth annual Winter Wonderland Friday afternoon, showcasing more than 50 Christmas trees to bring some holiday cheer to those who attend. Program coordinator Ashley Kern told the Herald Monday the event continues to expand and they are excited to welcome members of the community to the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Geminid meteor shower expected to light up the night sky
By Theodora MacLeod - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 13th, 2023
For those who like to keep an eye on the sky, the Geminid meteor shower expected to take place this evening and into the morning hours of Thursday should be quite the show. One of the rare meteor showers that doesn’t originate from a comet, the Geminids — named for the constellation Gemini from which ... Read More »
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