Southern Alberta News
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 »
Be the first to comment!Two week reprieve given for demolition approval of historic building
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on May 31st, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Members of the Chinese community say they were shocked to hear about a proposal coming before council on Tuesday to approve demolition of an historic downtown building. And they have been given two weeks to meet with the owner of the Manie Opera Society building to find ways of saving part of Lethbridge’s ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Construction to start on new Galt Gardens play space
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on May 31st, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A new play area is coming to downtown. Construction of the new Galt Gardens Inclusive and Accessible Play Space will begin within the next few weeks, and has a completion date set for early fall. This new amenity, which will be located immediately adjacent to the Rotary Centennial Fountain in the southeast corner ... Read More »
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