Southern Alberta News
MLA Schow optimistic new recovery centre will provide much-needed support
By Theodora MacLeod - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 2nd, 2023
With news of the new Blood Tribe Recovery Centre being announced two weeks ago, Cardston-Siksika MLA Joseph Schow says he “believes the centre will bring positive change for those seeking healing and hope in Cardston and the surrounding areas.” In a statement from the office of the MLA, who was recently appointed Minister of Tourism ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Donated phones provide a measure of safety for victims of violence
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 2nd, 2023
Cell phones can be a tool to quickly access lines of support during crucial times of need. It was this very reason Tracy Rocca, community domestic violence response lead with Lethbridge Family Services, came up with the Cell Phones for Safety campaign. “The idea was to collect cell phones that aren’t being used, that potentially ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!University and college host Indigenous students youth initiative
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 2nd, 2023
The Indigenous youth initiative program kicked off in Lethbridge this week as the University of Lethbridge and Lethbridge College host the Outland Youth Unemployment (OYEP) program for the first time. The university and college have long endeavoured to provide access to post-secondary education for Indigenous learners. Deserae Yellow Horn, the education navigator at U of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Controversial speaker suing U of L for cancelling event
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on August 2nd, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A court action has been filed against the University of Lethbridge, challenging a decision to cancel an event in which former Mount Royal University professor Frances Widdowson was invited to speak earlier this year. The Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms announced Tuesday that a court action was filed against the university on July ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Precautions can reduce chance of getting tick-borne disease
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on August 2nd, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A local pharmacist is raising awareness about Lyme disease and how to protect yourself, your family and your pets. Pharmacist and associate owner of two local Shoppers Drug Mart stores, Loa Manning said Lyme disease is caused by a bacteria that is transmitted by tick bites and as our winters become more mild ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Efforts being made to eliminate a silent killer
By Theodora MacLeod - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 1st, 2023
July 28 marked World Hepatitis Day and the call to action to eliminate the viral infection, a goal the World Health Organization hopes to reach by the year 2030. In 2020, there were a reported 320 cases of hepatitis B (HVB) and 601 cases of hepatitis C (HVC) in Alberta, though officials with the grassroots ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Premier tasks minister with keeping Albertans safe
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on August 1st, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Premier Danielle Smith has laid down the law with Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Services Mike Ellis. In a letter to the minister on Monday, the premier called on Ellis to work with Albertans to keep their communities safe. In her letter, Smith emphasized the government’s priority of ensuring the protection of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City senior living in car with no home in future
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 1st, 2023
Some people look forward to their retirement; however, with the increasing housing crisis in Canada, many seniors are finding themselves left homeless or living out of their vehicles. Lise Souliere is one of those seniors’ experiencing homelessness – she has been living out of her vehicle for approximately nine years now. Souliere – who didn’t ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City recruiting for boards, commissions and committees
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on August 1st, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Want to have a voice in the present and future of the city? Well, the opportunity to have that voice opened on Monday as the City of Lethbridge began accepting applications to serve on its boards, commissions and committees. Legislative Services Manager Ryan Westerson said Monday that applications will be open until Sept. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Memorial fund growing as community mourns loss of two hikers
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on August 1st, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A memorial fund for two men who lost their lives in a hiking accident last week continues to grow as their family, friends and members of the community grieve their losses. On Friday a memorial fund page for Jonah Swen and Greg Gaudette was created by Swen’s spouse Grace Garratt with the proceeds ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Wide Skies Music Festival returns this week
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on July 29th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The Geomatic Attic’s Wide Skies Music Festival is back for its sixth season this week, taking over the City of Lethbridge Park N’ Ride rooftop for three nights. Director of the Geomatic Attic, Mike Spencer said Friday that organizers decided to expand the festival from the original one-night event to a three-night event ... Read More »
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