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Judge reserves sentencing on sex assault until August
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on July 6th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The case of a Lethbridge man already serving a prison sentence for drugging and sexually assaulting three women several years ago, and who was found guilty of sexually assaulting another woman in May, was in Lethbridge Court of Justice Wednesday. Ă‚Â Sohil Bindra, 37, who was found guilty in May of sexually assaulting another ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!NDP wants to know province’s plan with CPP
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on July 6th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com What is the UCP government’s plan for the Canada Pension Plan? The Alberta NDP is calling on premier Danielle Smith to tell Albertans if the government intends to keep the province in the plan or create its own. West Lethbridge MLA Shannon Phillips, the NDP finance critic for insurance and pensions, said Wednesday ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Chamber seeking nominations for business awards
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on July 6th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com The Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for its Lethbridge Business Awards which will be presented Oct. 19 at the Coast Lethbridge Hotel. Nominations are being accepted in various categories with a form available on the Chamber website at http://www.lethbridgechamber.com/awards The chamber will be handing out awards in 11 categories. Here’s a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New reporter focusing on crime, homelessness for the Herald
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on July 5th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Lethbridge has one of the highest Crime Severity Indexes in the country and a significant homeless population that has doubled in size in recent years. These are having an impact on the way Lethbridge residents view their city and the safety they feel living in it. Lethbridge is no longer the small city ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!‘Taming of the Shrew’ opens this week Galt Gardens
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on July 5th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Shakespeare will be performed in the park once again. The Lethbridge Shakespeare Performance Society will once again be entertaining audiences this summer in Lethbridge and elsewhere in southern Alberta The troupe, formed in 2012, will stage 18 performances (including previews) of “The Taming of the Shrew” starting Thursday in Galt Gardens at 7 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Community Foundation highlights projects with summer contest
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on July 5th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The Community Foundation of Lethbridge and Southwestern Alberta has found a fun way to highlight some of the projects they have helped become a reality, while giving residents a chance to win big. The CFLSA announced recently their “23 in 23” Summer contest, where they are highlighting 23 projects they recently supported through ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New coaching program coming to Lethbridge College
By Justin Sibbet - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on July 5th, 2023
Whether you are seeking to better yourself, your organization or educate the future leaders, a new course at Lethbridge College aims to support you along the way. The college recently became accredited by the International Federation of Coaches, so they can now offer a three-month program taught by experienced coaches. The program is part-time and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Shelter property use focus of upcoming public hearing
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on July 5th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com A public hearing will be held in council chambers next Tuesday to consider an amendment to the land use bylaw to allow for new uses on the parcel of land currently occupied by the homeless shelter operated by Blood Tribe Health. The hearing will be at 3 p.m. following council’s regular meeting. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City council meeting twice before summer break
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on July 5th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com School’s out for summer and soon city council will be, as well. The council agenda, normally filled throughout much of the year with bi-monthly meetings and regular Standing Policy Committee meetings, is getting bare with July here. Council will meet twice this month as usual – on the 11th and 25th – but ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canada Day party in the parks start early today
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on July 1st, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com It’s time to party in the park! Two of them to be exact. Canada Day festivities in Lethbridge will run at both Galt Gardens and Henderson Lake with a range of activity and entertainment. Celebrations kick off at Galt Gardens at 9 a.m. with O Canada followed by numerous acts throughout the morning ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Kids camp aims to enhance children’s cultural knowledge
By Justin Sibbet - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on July 1st, 2023
All aboard the cultural express! There is a new kid’s camp coming to Lethbridge with the hopes of sparking some curiosity and education about the many cultural heritages that make up the community. Beginning next week, children will be able to experience a fun-filled adventure with the Southern Alberta Ethnic Association. Jackie Stambene, membership coordinator ... Read More »
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