Southern Alberta News
Historical buildings an integral part of community, says LHS
By Troy Bannerman - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 4th, 2023
The loss of two historical buildings in Lethbridge within a month of each other will have a significant impact on the community and many of its residents, says the vice-president of the Lethbridge Historical Society. Lorien Johansen says many people have emotional ties to the Bow On Tong building and the Lethbridge Hotel, both of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local author hopes to connect with former Broncos
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 4th, 2023
A local author who penned a book about the Lethbridge Broncos is looking to connect with the community about the team and their time in the city. Mark Weninger is the author of The Lethbridge Broncos, an unauthorized history of the team during its decade in the WHL franchise. Published back in September, Weninger has ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Blood Tribe police charge four with unlawful confinement
By Lethbridge Herald on March 4th, 2023
Four people have been charged with various criminal offenses following a police bust at a Blood Tribe residence Thursday. The Blood Tribe Police Service responded to a 911 call reporting that an individual was being held against his will. Police were also told there were firearms in the home, one of which had been fired ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Phillips, Miyashiro slam budget for disregarding city
By Cal Braid - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 4th, 2023
Shannon Phillips, NDP MLA for Lethbridge-West, and Rob Miyashiro, NDP candidate for Lethbridge-East, tag-teamed as they took shots at Premier Danielle Smith and the provincial budget during a news conference at the Galt Museum Friday. “You know, like so many of us here in Lethbridge, I am truly disappointed by the provincial budget,” Miyashiro said. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!No bail for man charged in record drug bust
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 4th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 34-year-old man charged in relation to one of the city’s largest drug busts, hoped to be released from remand custody Thursday, but a judge rejected his bid for freedom. Rodney, who remains at the Lethbridge Correctional Centre, had a bail hearing Thursday in Lethbridge provincial court, where his lawyer tried, but failed, ... Read More »
1 responseHomeless shelter to provide road to recovery, SACPA hears
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 4th, 2023
The Chancellor of the University of Lethbridge and member of the Blood Tribe’s department of health, believes the Lethbridge shelter, the Alpha House, may soon be able to offer more than just beds for the city’s homeless population. During a session of the Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs, Charles Weaselhead said he hopes to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Accused in Holiday Inn fire set to be in court next week
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 4th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 33-year-old woman charged in relation to a hotel fire last Friday is scheduled to make an appearance in court next week, as long as she’s no longer in the hospital. Kerissa Rikki Plume was scheduled to be in Lethbridge provincial court Thursday, but duty counsel lawyer Brett Carlson explained Plume was unable ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Employees say Good Sams refuses to bargain in good faith
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 4th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Employees of the Good Samaritan Society rallied Friday outside a law office in Lethbridge to protest what they say is poor bargaining of their collective agreement by the society. Darren Graham, vice-president of the south region for Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE), said the rally was held outside of the North and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mother of assaulted baby to seek bail
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 4th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com The mother accused of failing to provide the necessaries of life for her baby is expected to seek her release from custody later this month. The mother, who can’t be named to protect the identity of the baby girl, is scheduled to have a bail hearing March 14 in Lethbridge provincial court. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Photo Fusion images capture inspiration
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 4th, 2023
The Lethbridge Photography Club is calling all shutterbugs to come out to its free Photo Fusion event this Monday and Tuesday at Casa from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. for two evenings of digital shows presented by members, showcasing their pictures to the public. “We have done this for a long time, we used to ... Read More »
1 responseAg-Expo a one stop shop for both farmers and vendors
By Cal Braid - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 4th, 2023
The 2023 Ag-Expo at Exhibition Park wrapped up on Thursday and there was a lot to take in. The event was spread throughout the pavilions and looked like a high-end shopping mall for farmers. Agricultural businesses and manufacturers went all out with a variety of eye-catching displays and high-tech dazzle. The exhibits advertised farm equipment, ... Read More »
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