Southern Alberta News
Pincher Creek author pens children’s Christmas book
By Alexandra Noad - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on January 7th, 2025
An 81-year-old man from Pincher Creek has published a bestselling children’s Christmas book, proving it’s never too late to chase your dreams. Esa Salonen grew up in Finland shortly after the Second World War and often found himself at his grandmother’s as she had more food, living out in the country. His story of one ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nominees wanted for Seniors Service Awards
By Alexandra Noad - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on January 4th, 2025
Nominations for this year’s Minister Seniors Service Awards are now open. A total of 13 awards will be presented to individuals, businesses and non-profit organizations to those who display kindness, compassion and dedication to seniors throughout the province. Rob Miyashiro, outgoing executive director of Lethbridge Senior Citizen Organization (LSCO), says these awards are more than just a plaque, they are a symbol of how community ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!U of L president looks back on 2024
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on January 4th, 2025
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com For University of Lethbridge president Digvir Jayas, 2024 was a year of accomplishments. The announcement of the rural medicine training program and other initiatives made the year a strong one for the university. The Southern Alberta Medical Program, or SAMP, at the U of L was announced earlier this year. “We thank the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New editor ‘comes home’ to the Herald
By Lethbridge Herald on January 4th, 2025
The newest face in the Lethbridge Herald newsroom might be familiar to longtime readers of the paper. Scott Sakatch recently took over the editing reins from Al Beeber, who chose to scale back his working hours to part-time for the new year. Sakatch and Beeber worked together in the newsroom from 1997 until 2006, when ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!LFES sees highlights and initiatives in past year
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on January 4th, 2025
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Lethbridge fire chief Greg Adair may look back on 2024 with fondness as 2025 develops. Adair talked to The Herald recently about the year that was for LFES. The LFES had several highlights from 2024 and started key initiatives. EMS call volumes decreased in 2024 with LFES staff answering to 10 to 15 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Casino threat determined to be ‘swatting’ hoax
By Alexandra Noad - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on January 4th, 2025
A threat made to the Pure Casino in Lethbridge has been determined to be a “swatting” hoax. On Thursday evening at 6:30 p.m. the casino reported they had received a phone call from an unknown caller stating that the building was going to explode. While patrols were responding, the casino’s security also reported a suspicious ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Indigenous veterans event honours those who served
By Glenn Miller for the LETHBRIDGE HERALD on January 4th, 2025
The Honoring Traditions and Reconciliation Society honoured its veterans from the Blackfoot Confederacy during a dinner and education seminar at the Rocky Mountain Turf Club recently. The dinner brought together veterans young and old to provide some updates on changes to services since they left the Canadian Armed Forces and to also educate them on ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Year of evolution for Lethbridge Polytechnic
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on January 4th, 2025
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Lethbridge Polytechnic says goodbye to 2024 with a new designation, new name, new logo and a fresh look at the incoming 2025. President Brad Donaldson says 2024 was a great year for Lethbridge Polytechnic, as the school began the year as Lethbridge College, received the designation of polytechnic in June. The new title ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Polytechnic researcher to join MIT
By Lethbridge Herald on January 3rd, 2025
Mohamed Naouri, a post-doctoral research fellow at Lethbridge Polytechnic, will soon begin a new role at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) as a senior research associate. Naouri will work with the Global Engineering and Research (GEAR) Center on developing a low-cost, solar-powered desalination and drip irrigation systems to benefit small farming operations and conserve ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New schools a highlight of the year for school division
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on January 3rd, 2025
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The Lethbridge School Division is looking forward to 2025 as it prepares to welcome students to the new West Lethbridge elementary school in September. Board chair Christine Light says 2024 was a great year for the division, with many big things moving forward. “I think the one key celebration that we have right ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New courts bring pickleball indoors in the city
By Toyin Obatusin - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on January 3rd, 2025
Pickleball is North America’s fastest growing sport, and Lethbridge is keeping up with demand as a new indoor court officially opens its doors in the city today. Pickle Point Centre, located on 18th Avenue and 31 Street North, has been operating since early December but will hold its ribbon-cutting ceremony today. The event will kick ... Read More »
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