Southern Alberta News
BILD drawing attention to Underused Housing Tax Act impacts on builders
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on February 28th, 2023
The Federal Underused Housing Tax (UHT) Act came into effect January 1, 2022, requiring certain non-Canadian owners, and in certain circumstances Canadian owners, of residential property in Canada to file an annual return to report their ownership, and pay a one per cent tax on the property’s value if applicable. The filing deadline for 2022 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Locals weave mosaic blanket donation mystery
By Erika Mathieu SOUTHERN ALBERTA NEWSPAPERS on February 28th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDssnews@sunnysouthnews.com After an unmarked bag of crochet squares appeared with no note, the members of Coaldale’s “Blankets for Canada” are hoping to make contact with the person who donated the squares. Nellie Slingerland of Blankets for Canada said, “On the afternoon of Jan. 4, someone dropped off a plastic bag full of 160 small ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!‘Coldest Night of the Year’ steps up for those in need
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on February 28th, 2023
Wood’s Homes hosted its inaugural version of the Coldest Night of the Year charity walk on Saturday at Henderson Park The event is a walk for family and friends to participate in and to raise money for local charities that serve people who are experiencing hurt, hunger and homelessness. Walkers had the option of walking ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Former Lethbridge resident nominated for MusiCounts award at Junos
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on February 28th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com When Canada’s Juno Awards are televised from Edmonton on March 13, former Lethbridge gal Heidi (Fellner) Wood will be front and centre and hoping her name is called when the winner of the MusiCounts Teacher of the Year is announced. Wood, who was born and raised in Lethbridge, has been nominated for the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Collaboration focus of school play workshop
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on February 25th, 2023
The South Western Alberta Teachers’ Annual Convention wrapped up Friday afternoon after two days of teachers coming together from across southern Alberta. Sharing ideas and techniques, the convention is held at the University of Lethbridge every February while the students are away for Reading Week. For two days teachers engaged with one another in workshops ... Read More »
2 responsesSAAG exhibits reflect cultures that inspired them
By Cal Braid - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on February 25th, 2023
The Southern Alberta Art Gallery (SAAG) will open three new exhibits today and house them until April 23. An opening reception for the exhibitions will take place from 7 to 9 p.m. The reception includes a special singing performance and guests will have an opportunity to meet the artists. The lower gallery will display ‘My ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Human trafficking trial cancelled over breakdown between accused and lawyer
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on February 25th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A three-day trial for a man facing numerous sex-related offences in relation to a human trafficking case, has been cancelled. Mohammad Neirabani was scheduled to stand trial earlier in the week, but it was adjourned after the accused and his lawyer, Kirsten Lancee of Calgary, parted ways, and Lancee was permitted to get ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lawyers discuss early resolution in baby assault case
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on February 25th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com The father accused of sexually assaulting his young baby girl remains in custody while his lawyer and the Crown discuss resolving the matter, possibly without a trial. The accused’s lawyer appeared in Lethbridge provincial court Friday, and requested an adjournment until March 17 to allow time for him and the Crown to have ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!LPS unveils strategic plan at commission meeting
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on February 25th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com The Lethbridge Police Service 2023-26 strategic plan was unveiled Wednesday at the monthly meeting of the Lethbridge Police Commission. In a report, commission chair Dawna Coslovi said the plan identifies goals which LPS will be focusing on in coming years. “The 2022 Community Survey completed by citizens clearly showed that while the majority ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Psychiatric assessment ordered for man accused in health centre killing
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on February 24th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 51-year-old man accused of killing a resident at St. Michael’s Health Centre in Lethbridge, has been ordered to undergo a 30-day psychiatric assessment at the Southern Alberta Forensic Psychiatry Centre in Calgary. Charges of manslaughter and aggravated assault against Wesley Red Young Man were addressed for the first time Thursday in Lethbridge ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Education researcher seeks resiliency in the classroom
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on February 24th, 2023
The University of Lethbridge is off for Reading Week but its halls aren’t empty. The South Western Alberta Teachers’ Convention Association started its convention Thursday with teachers meeting in person for two days of learning on how to expand their teaching prowess. With 152 speakers, and over 100 workshops happening, teachers will come together to ... Read More »
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