Southern Alberta News
‘Francheska: Prairie Queen’ highlights Filipino contributions
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on April 28th, 2023
Canada is home to many diverse communities of immigrants, often travelling the globe to settle here to make their way in the world. Often times, immigrants will come here alone, sending their earnings home to help support their families, money known as workers’ remittances. These international transfers can often represent the largest source of foreign ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!AHS says pertussis outbreak has hit Lethbridge
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on April 28th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Alberta Health Services said Thursday a whooping cough outbreak now has 146 identified cases in the South Zone. Those cases of pertussis are an increase of 126 as of April 20. In a press release, AHS says the new cases show the outbreak is now present in both Lethbridge and Medicine Hat as ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City opening downtown to outdoor patios
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on April 27th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com With warmer weather in the forecast, local businesses are getting ready to serve their customers outdoors by taking advantage of the City of Lethbridge’s patio and parklet program. The program, which supports businesses in expanding outdoor seating opportunities, increasing aesthetic appeal and attracting more customers, was originally piloted in 2018 and gained a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Empanada festival celebrates a taste of culture
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on April 27th, 2023
The Multicultural Centre celebrated the annual Empanada Festival this past weekend. The Empanada International Festival is a local initiative to celebrate the world’s most famous street food and countries that have their own version of it. Empanada are pockets of dough (typically corn flour) stuffed with sweet or savory fillings and can be baked or ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!BILD campaign aims to restore housing affordability
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on April 27th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com Alberta’s reputation for providing affordable homes is being threatened in the wake of dwindling supply, rising construction costs, labour shortages and a rapidly increasing population, says the executive director of BILD Alberta, the voice of the residential construction industry in the province. “Alberta is known for housing affordability and that’s not by accident,” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!UCP under fire for handling Indigenous relations
By Justin Sibbet - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on April 27th, 2023
The United Conservative Party has come under fire for their alleged mishandling of Indigenous relations during their term in government. During an event hosted by the Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs (SACPA) in Lethbridge yesterday, two University of Lethbridge professors spoke about several continuing issues in Alberta, including the treatment of the Indigenous population. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Women riders urging motorcycle awareness
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on April 27th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The Women In The Wind – WindSun Riders Chapter Lethbridge is urging residents to be aware of motorcycles on the road now that weather is favourable for riding. The local women riders chapter has ten active members ranging in age from 40 to 70 years old, ready to welcome new members of any ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Van Tighem’s production of Little Mermaid swims on-stage
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on April 26th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Father Leonard Van Tighem School performing arts students are showcasing their latest production The Little Mermaid Junior, today and tomorrow at the Yates Memorial Theatre. Drama teacher and production director, Michele Loman said they are playing off of the success of their Aladdin Jr. production from last year and decided to stick with ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Round-up keeps hazardous materials out of landfill
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on April 26th, 2023
The Enmax Centre parking lot was lined up with cars of people who were thinking about being environmentally friendly by dropping off their household hazardous waste and electronic waste (E-Waste) during the City of Lethbridge’s Toxic and E-waste Round-Up on Saturday. “It’s one of three potential events that are going to be occurring in this ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Brett Kissel to hit the stage in Cardston
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on April 26th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Brett Kissel’s travels have taken him to all parts of Alberta from playing hockey as a kid to performing on stages. And now for the first time, the Canadian country music artist is hitting Cardston. Kissel will be playing Cardston High School on Saturday at 8 p.m. in a show that is taking ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City looking to connect citizens with new website
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on April 26th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The City of Lethbridge has launched an improved version of its website, which will make it easier for residents to navigate by making it more user friendly. Mayor Blaine Hyggen spoke to members of the media Tuesday and said the new website has been in the works for awhile, and when budget time ... Read More »
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