Southern Alberta News
Assessment cancelled for accused facing firearms charges
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on August 23rd, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 37-year-old man who was referred in June and July for an inpatient psychiatric assessment, says he no longer wants to be assessed. Danial Mark Ferguson had, by his own request, been referred in June for a 30-day forensic assessment at the Southern Alberta Forensic Psychiatry Centre in Calgary, but when it wasn’t ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Community stations expanding
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 23rd, 2023
A local media outlet, known for its Jess FM radio station and Jess TV television presence, is expanding. President of Jess TV and Jess FM, Jessie Parmar, talked to The Herald recently about his company’s initial expansion into TV and the progress Jess TV is experiencing currently. “During the COVID time, many of our hosts, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mayor welcomes community to annual Whoop-Up Days barbecue
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on August 23rd, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The second annual Mayor’s Community Barbecue took place in front of City Hall Tuesday following the Whoop-Up Days parade, where dozens gathered to enjoy a free lunch while listening to musician Trevor Panczak. Mayor Blaine Hyggen spoke to reporters shortly after flipping some burgers for those patiently waiting in line and said that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City adjusting transit routes
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on August 22nd, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com Public transit never existed when Benjamin Franklin was alive, otherwise he may have said “nothing is certain except death and taxes, and changing bus routes.” Although the City tries to avoid making changes to its bus routes too often, it’s unavoidable in a constantly growing city. “As part of Lethbridge Transit’s continuous improvement ... Read More »
1 responseLethbridge Military Museum display examines impact of PTSD
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 22nd, 2023
Prior to the First World War, soldiers suffering from mental illnesses and nervous conditions as a result of war were believed to have weak minds or character. This evolution of conflict resulted in an understanding and treatment of what became known among soldiers as “shell shock.” We now recognize this to be post-traumatic stress disorder ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Woman pleads not guilty to shooting charges
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on August 22nd, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A Lethbridge woman accused of shooting her ex-boyfriend earlier this year has pleaded not guilty to numerous criminal charges. Calgary lawyer John Oman entered the pleas Thursday in Lethbridge provincial court on behalf of the accused, Kristina Hatcher, and said his client has chosen to be tried by a judge in Alberta Court ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Shoe drive steps up for kids
By Justin Sibbet - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 22nd, 2023
While kids hate to hear it, school is right around the corner and that means back-to-school shopping has returned, but current prices can leave some families struggling to purchase everything they need. From books and backpacks to pens and pencils, school shopping lists can seem daunting and never ending. The final price tag could overwhelm ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Downtown addictions problems: One objective, two different approaches
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 22nd, 2023
Downtown Lethbridge is the heart of the city and faces challenges with crime and homelessness on a daily basis. Some are eager to find solutions with the same objective in mind but there are two very different approaches toward overcoming the issues being faced in the city’s core. Lori Hatfield, with Mom’s Stop The Harm ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Pancake breakfasts big part of Whoop-Up Days celebration
By Lethbridge Herald on August 22nd, 2023
Whoop-Up Days means cotton candy, midway rides, rodeo and fun for the whole family. And part of the fun when the annual event kicks off today are the pancake breakfasts and charity barbecues being staged around the city. Following is a list of the events that we know about. Tuesday: Interfaith Food Bank, 1103 3 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Phillips calls on UCP to end renewable energy moratorium
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on August 19th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com NDP MLA for Lethbridge West Shannon Phillips is demanding that the UCP immediately lift the six-month moratorium on solar and wind project approvals. In a press conference at her constituency office on Friday, Phillips said Lethbridge East UCP MLA and Minister of Affordability and Utilities Nathan Neudorf “should know better given the economic ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tax on gas? It could be worse for Albertans, says CTF
By Theodora MacLeod - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 19th, 2023
For years, drivers across Canada have been feeling the sting at the gas pumps. With the ongoing rise in costs across the board, it seems there is little to celebrate. Albertans, however, may feel some joy to know that gas prices in the province are substantially lower than the rest of the country. The suspension ... Read More »
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