Southern Alberta News
Community Foundation seeking applications for grants
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on January 18th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Is that time of the year for members of the community to apply for the Community Foundation of Lethbridge and Southwestern Alberta’s Community Priorities, Henry S. Varley Fund for Rural Life, and Youth in Action Grants Programs.  “As we move into a new year, we look forward to seeing the different initiatives that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Trial ends after judge accepts hearsay evidence
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on January 18th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com The trial for a man charged with viciously beating his ex-girlfriend abruptly concluded this week after the accused’s lawyer told the judge he will not call any evidence and his client will not testify. Calgary lawyer Andre Ouellette made the announcement Tuesday in Lethbridge court of Justice, moments after Justice Kristin Ailsby ruled ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Kainai youth ring in new year in Ottawa at cultural gathering
By Theodora MacLeod - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on January 17th, 2024
]A lucky group of young people from the Kainai Tribe got to ring in the New Year in Canada’s capital city as part of a gathering organized in collaboration between Kainai Children’s Services Corporation and Three Things Consulting. Soar into 2024 offered participants the opportunity to form connections, share in cultural activities, and discuss ways ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Repeat drunk driver gets hefty fine
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on January 17th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A Lethbridge man who was caught drunk driving last year has been hit with an unusually hefty fine. Donald Harry Higgins, who was charged with impaired driving, driving with an alcohol level over the legal limit, and dangerous driving, pleaded guilty Tuesday in Lethbridge court of justice to only one of the charges; ... Read More »
1 responseCold temperatures creating chaos on infrastructure
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on January 17th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com With multiple buildings across the city dealing with the aftermath of extreme cold temperatures earlier this week, where many had to shut down due to pipes bursting, the Herald reached out to a Civil Engineering Technology instructor at Lethbridge College to find out why. Doug May, who teaches Infrastructure Design among other courses, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Southminster being affirmed as inclusive to queer community
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on January 17th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Southminster United Church will officially become a 2SLGBTQIA+ Affirming congregation on Sunday after a two-year process with Affirm United, The United Church of Canada’s national network for the support of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community within the denomination. Minister of Southminster United Church, Reverend Taylor Croissant spoke to the Herald Monday and said even though ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Man gets jail for break-ins and thefts
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on January 17th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 29-year-old man, one of several individuals who broke into a Lethbridge restaurant and stole thousands of dollars worth of food and alcohol, will spend some time behind bars. Daniel Wade Mills, who also stole items from three city businesses and the homeless shelter, pleaded guilty in Lethbridge court of justice to one ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Heavy snow in the forecast for Southern Alberta
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on January 17th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Just when you may have thought Mother Nature was giving us a break, it’s time to bring out the snow shovels and snowblowers. When many are still waiting for tow trucks and furnace repairs, southern Albertans should brace for another onslaught of wintry weather. But this time the problem could be not cold ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Charge laid over cat abuse in Picture Butte
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on January 17th, 2024
A 28-year-old Picture Butte man has been charged with cruelty to animals in a disturbing case that has a local cat rescue agency calling for help to care for animals they say were abused. Last Chance Cat Ranch of Lethbridge brought the horrific discovery to the public’s attention on Facebook last weekend, sharing details regarding ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Safety protocols prompt some to avoid shelter, but none are turned away: BTDH
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on January 16th, 2024
With the concerning low drop in temperatures last weekend, worries for individuals experiencing homelessness utilizing the shelters extra capacity space of the temporary shelters have been frequently raised. Blood Tribe Department of Health chief operating officer, Kash Shade acknowledged some individuals may not want to utilize the shelter due to belongings restrictions. “It’s definitely an ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Woman fined for breaking into police compound
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on January 16th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com When Anita Dawn Ring left her keys in a friend’s vehicle, she couldn’t just go pick them up or ask her friend to return them. That’s because her friend’s vehicle had been seized by police and was locked in a compound behind the police station. Ring attempted to get her keys back by ... Read More »
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