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Southern Alberta News

Allied Arts Council looks to strike a musical note this summer

By Troy Bannerman - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 11th, 2023

The Allied Arts Council is hunting for musicians for their summer programs, Tara Gillanders, the projects and membership manager of the Allied Arts Council, said in a recent interview. “Every year we do a lot of programming and I’m always looking for musicians, either individuals or groups. I do have opportunities all through the year. ... Read More »

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Phillips gets five years in fatal Coalhurst collision case

By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 11th, 2023

LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A southern Alberta man who slammed into a vehicle more than three years ago, killing the elderly driver, has been sentenced to five years in a federal penitentiary. Wesley Brian Phillips was sentenced this week in Lethbridge Court of King’s Bench, where he pleaded guilty to one count of failing to provide a ... Read More »

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YWCA recognizes women of distinction

By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 10th, 2023

LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The 47th Annual YWCA Women of Distinction Awards on Wednesday recognized six women for their contributions to the community in different ways and this year a couple of changes were announced. The YWCA Women of Distinction awards recognize those women who through their own initiative, ability, and effort, have made exemplary achievements in ... Read More »

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Conference aims to empower Blackfoot women

By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 10th, 2023

Lethbridge was host this week to numerous events highlighting Indigenous culture and women’s empowerment. The University of Lethbridge held its annual Indigenous Awareness Week on campus from Monday to Friday, highlighting the heritage and impact of Indigenous peoples. On Wednesday , the city celebrated International Women’s Day with a Women’s Day breakfast held by the ... Read More »

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CCH raises the curtain on ‘The Addams Family’

By Troy Bannerman - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 10th, 2023

Braden Dalton is excited about the work his students at Catholic Central High School have put into their production of “The Addams Family.” The production opens today and runs through March 18. Art students designed and created the incredible background and backdrops, and the performers have been working on their roles since October 2022. Dalton ... Read More »

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Hot sauce expo set for celebration of spicy

By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 10th, 2023

A local Lethbridge business is looking to bring a little extra heat to the city this weekend, helping melt the ice and tastebuds with its event. Heating up the Prairies will be taking place Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the Lethbridge Exhibition. Hosted by Beyond Hot, vendors will be coming from all ... Read More »

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Alberta Party leader discusses platform at SACPA

By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 10th, 2023

The Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs hosted the leader of the Alberta Party Barry Morishita on Friday. Morishita spoke aboutthe party’s platform and if Albertans are ready to move on from governance by the NDP and UCP. He also discussed issues with the two dominating parties and how conflict has led to more issues ... Read More »

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Assessment could be challenged when hostage case returns to court

By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 9th, 2023

LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com The results of a psychological assessment, ordered last year for a Lethbridge woman charged with attempted murder, may be disputed when the matter returns to court later this month. The case against Courtney Louise Shaw was in Lethbridge provincial court this week, where an agent for the accused’s lawyer requested another adjournment to ... Read More »

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SAAG director talks about building relationships in Art NOW session

By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 9th, 2023

LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Southern Alberta Art Gallery executive director, Su Ying Strang spoke to students, faculty and members of the public about her past experience during the Art NOW speakers series at the University of Lethbridge this week. During an interview with the Herald after her talk, Strang said she was invited to speak about anything ... Read More »

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Asbestos dangers addressed in safety regulations

By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on March 9th, 2023

LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Crews working to demolish the old Lethbridge Hotel face an unseen but present danger. That danger, asbestos, is long known to be a cause of cancer and as work progresses, the City is working closely with Occupational Health and Safety as well as Alberta Environment to ensure that substance is being handled properly. ... Read More »

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More signatures to be needed in next election

By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on March 9th, 2023

LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Candidates hoping to earn a seat on city council in future elections will have to do a little more leg work. City council on Tuesday by a 5-4 vote passed a motion proposed by Deputy Mayor Ryan Parker that will require hopefuls to acquire more signatures before submitting nomination papers. Prospective council candidates ... Read More »

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