Southern Alberta News
New winter count robe marks Blackfoot solstice
By Theodora MacLeod - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 22nd, 2023
With the strokes of pen to hide, Lethbridge’s new winter count robe was started on Thursday morning as part of the inaugural Blackfoot winter solstice. The robe is an Indigenous tradition that uses hand-drawn symbols to document significant events while creating a piece of art to inform future generations. Designed and created by artist William ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Judge questions suggested jail term
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on December 22nd, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com Leon Steven Cugnet knew he was guilty of breaking into Hudson’s Bay downtown. He admitted it, accepted responsibility, and was prepared for the consequences. He wasn’t sure, however, if the judge would agree to the jail sentence his lawyer and the Crown prosecutor suggested Thursday in Lethbridge court of justice. “I must say ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Accused in sexual assault, unlawful confinement case seeking bail
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on December 22nd, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 59-year-old Lethbridge man accused of holding two women against their will and sexually assaulting them, hopes to be released on bail while he waits to stand trial. Bernard Alonzo Gibson had hoped to be released earlier in the week so he could attend a  residential treatment centre in Drayton Valley today, but ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Woman gets house arrest for theft
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on December 21st, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com Stealing more than $40,000 from a friend has earned a Lethbridge woman a custodial sentence, but one she can serve in the community instead of jail. Cathy Marie Anderson was handed an 18-month conditional sentence order Wednesday in Lethbridge court of justice, the first half of which she must serve under house arrest, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!College research project to support marginalized populations
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on December 21st, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The Lethbridge College has received a significant federal grant that will be disbursed over three years for a new research project using art and Blackfoot world-views to support marginalized populations as they reintegrate into the community. The research project is called the Community Integration through Art — Pissatsinaskssini, (CITAP) Program. This project is ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Activities winding down as Christmas nears
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 21st, 2023
Nothing brings the community together more than community activities, especially Christmas activities. As Christmas nears, there are fewer events happening in the city. Today there is free Christmas family yoga happening at Nord-Bridge Seniors Centre in the multi-purpose hall from 11 a.m. to noon. it is encouraged to bring your own mat, bottle of water ... Read More »
2 responsesSouthern Alberta man jailed for recent crime spree
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on December 21st, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 51-year-old southern Alberta man who went on a crime spree earlier this year, is a menace to society, a judge said Wednesday. Justice Gregory Maxwell made the comment after Peter Conrad Bissonette pleaded guilty in Lethbridge court of justice to nearly a dozen criminal offences, primarily business thefts occurring around southern Alberta ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!CBSA celebrating 20th anniversary
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 21st, 2023
The Canada Border Services Agency is celebrating its 20th year anniversary this month. Corporate chief for the Southern Alberta, Southern Saskatchewan district Scott Kienlen said the purpose of the CBSA is to keep harmful goods out of Canada while ensuring legitimate trade can be done efficiently. “It’s an ideal time for the CBSA to reflect ... Read More »
1 responseInterfaith Food Bank needs more donations
By Lethbridge Herald on December 20th, 2023
Local food banks are in full swing with the holiday season here as they help many families that will need assistance this Christmas. Interfaith Food Bank is calling upon the community to contribute food and funds this week, with the final day for hampers going out to families on Friday. “We are almost entirely volunteer ... Read More »
1 responseAngel Tree campaign gets a boost from car dealer
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on December 20th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The Lethbridge Family Services Angel Tree campaign received a significant donation of toys on Tuesday from a local car dealership that has supported the campaign for more than a decade. Gary Moe Auto Group has been collecting toy donations for the Angel Tree campaign for many years, and 2023 was no exception. On ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Streets Alive on a mission to help the needy; organization to appeal stop order issued by City
By Chris Hibbard - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 20th, 2023
Almost 35 years ago, a few local ladies began driving the streets of Lethbridge in a bus, bribing down-and-out individuals with cigarettes if they would attend church on Sunday. One of these ladies was Julie Kissick who, along with her husband Ken, became founders of the Victory Outreach Church. Fast forward to 1989, when Victory ... Read More »
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