Southern Alberta News
SportFest an interactive showcase of local programs
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on June 6th, 2023
Forty vendors of local sporting organizations at SportFest were showcasing their programs and offerings in the community on Saturday at the Servus Sports Centre. This event is hosted by Lethbridge Sport Council. Vendors were showcasing to attendees through a sport interactive setting of everything from sport, recreation and fitness to health and nutrition. One vendor ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lethbridge ranked among best small cities for getting rich
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on June 3rd, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com If the word gets out, Lethbridge could soon see a migration of people flocking here. Earlier this year, financial website yoreoyster.com listed Lethbridge as one of the “best small cities to get rich in Canada.” The website made its determination based on statistics, it says. Those stats include median household income after taxes, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Next generation of education crosses the stage at U of L
By Justin Sibbet - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 3rd, 2023
Following a half a decade of hard work and incredible dedication, graduates from the University of Lethbridge have finally completed their education and turned their tassels. Friday was the second day of the convocation ceremonies at the university, which saw the third and fourth convocations take place. In the morning, graduates from the faculty of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Fundraiser honours passion for community literacy
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 3rd, 2023
A local organization held its annual fundraising lunch Friday to raise money for a library at Westminster Elementary School on the northside. Donations from the beef-on-a-bun lunch hosted by Green Acres Foundation will go to the Sue Labuhn Memorial Library at Westminster Elementary School. Chief executive office of Green Acres Foundation, Dawna Coslovi, said she ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New West Theatre back for new season
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 3rd, 2023
During the pandemic, individuals struggled to receive much-needed interaction. Theatre is once again one of the ways individuals have the opportunity to enjoy re-connection with others. Local theatre group New West will hit the stage with its launch of the 2023 and 2024 season. The season will start off with a free, outdoor performance and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Exhibition CEO touts new facility at SACPA
By Justin Sibbet - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 2nd, 2023
Following over 20 years of planning and tens of millions of dollars spent, the Lethbridge and District Exhibition’s all new Agri-Food Hub and Trade Centre is set to officially open at the end of this month. The Agri-Food Hub, located near Henderson Lake on the Exhibition grounds, is an all-new, state-of-the-art facility that features 280,000 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!AHS opens National Indigenous Month
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on June 2nd, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Alberta Heath Services kicked off National Indigenous Month Thursday with virtual opening ceremonies. Among the speakers was co-host Dr. Esther Tailfeathers, senior medical director of the Indigenous Wellness Core and Mauro Chies, CEO of AHS. One focus of the ceremony was ensuring that Indigenous people get culturally safe service whenever and wherever they ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Council being asked to OK sanctioned trail network
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on June 2nd, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com City council is being asked to have administration move forward with the adoption of a sanctioned trail network in the river valley. The recommendation to adopt the network was made by the Civic Works Standing Policy Committee Thursday. The committee consists of chair Belinda Crowson, vice-chair Deputy Mayor John Middleton-Hope, Acting Mayor Ryan ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Council committee examines changes to committee model
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on June 1st, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Don’t get confused but a committee of city council is examining a restructuring of city council committees. City council may be examining the structure of its Standing Policy Committees – after the matter is dealt with again on June 22 – by a standing policy committee, specifically the Governance SPC. A report was ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cardston residents say ‘yes’ to booze sales in non-binding vote
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on June 1st, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Residents of Cardston have voted in favour of allowing limited liquor sales in a non-binding vote of electors that was held by the town during Monday’s Election Day. The matter of allowing alcohol to be sold within the Town of Cardston, is one that has been discussed since 2019, after the Alberta government ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Streets Alive purchases downtown building to help reintegration efforts
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on June 1st, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Streets Alive Mission has acquired a new building to be able to continue helping those who are helping themselves get reintegrated into society. Founder of Streets Alive Mission, Ken Kissick spoke to the Herald on Tuesday and said they have purchased the Galt Manor located on 7 Street S. and were taking possession ... Read More »
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