Southern Alberta News
Province to introduce new automobile insurance system
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on November 22nd, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com The provincial government is driving toward instituting a new automobile insurance system on Jan. 1, 2027. The province says it is not introducing so-called ‘no fault’ insurance and that lousy drivers will still be held accountable through higher premiums. On Thursday, the province announced it is introducing “a new privately delivered, care-focused” insurance ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Woods Homes helps woman achieve her goals
By Toyin Obatusin - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on November 22nd, 2024
Taynaz Mahomed, who moved to Canada in 2010, is one of the many success stories from Woods Homes, a not-for-profit organization in Lethbridge, Alberta. She encountered difficulties within her family home which led her to needing assistance from Children and Family Services, who then referred her to a Transition to Adult Program worker in November ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sakamoto honoured with international CMA award
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on November 22nd, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Ron Sakamoto has earned many accolades in his decades as one of the world’s leading music promoters. But on Wednesday he received an award which may be one of the closest to his heart. The Country Music Awards named Sakamoto the fourth winner of the Rob Potts International Live Music Advancement Award at ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lethbridge West voters going to the polls on Dec. 18
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on November 21st, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Eligible voters in the Lethbridge West constituency will be going to the polls on Dec. 18. Alberta’s Chief Electoral Officer Gordon McClure has confirmed a writ was issued Wednesday to fill the vacancy in Electoral Division 72 – Lethbridge West created when NDP MLA Shannon Phillips resigned her seat on July 1. “Appointments ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Blood Tribe first responders take a ‘Walk in Her Shoes’
By Alexandra Noad - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on November 21st, 2024
Members of the Blood Tribe Police Force and Fire Department strapped on their heels to raise awareness for domestic violence at the 11th annual Kainai Women’s Wellness Shelter Walk in Her Shoes event on a cold Wednesday morning. November is recognized as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Canada, with many organizations bringing awareness to the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Seniors centres join forces to help elderly at Christmas
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on November 21st, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization and Nord-Bridge Senior Centre have partnered to provide a way for the community to give seniors in need a Christmas gift. Through the “Golden Giving Tree” LSCO and Nord-Bridge Centre will be collecting presents for seniors who are isolated and/or who face financial struggles and have been nominated ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Salvation Army launches annual Toys for Tots Christmas campaign
By Toyin Obatusin - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on November 21st, 2024
It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas and community organizations are reaching out for donations to help underprivileged children and families that require a little bit of holiday support. The Salvation Army has started its annual Toys for Tots initiative. This year, says Zachary Marshall, Community Ministries Officer, “we’re hoping to assist 500 children, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Province expanding nurse practitioner program
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on November 21st, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com The provincial government is expanding its nurse practitioner program to expand Albertans’ access to primary health care. The province considers nurse practitioners to be a key part of the solution to the problem Albertans are facing getting primary health care. Jennifer Mador, president of the Nurse Practitioner Association of Alberta, expects more than ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cardiologist dedicated to improving heart care in southern Alberta
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on November 21st, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Dr. Sayed Zielke is on a mission to improve cardiac care in southern Alberta. Zielke is the Cardiac Sciences Physician Lead for Alberta Health Services South Zone and since coming to Lethbridge in 2013, she’s been committed to not only improving service but lowering the mortality rate from heart disease in southern Alberta. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Crowsnest coal debate suffers from bullet-point arguments, says retired prof
By George Lee - THE MACLEOD GAZETTE - Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on November 20th, 2024
The potential resurrection of Crowsnest Pass coal mining should never pit the environment against the economy, said a community member and retired professor in the lead-up to a Nov. 25 vote of electors. Herald Kane said he too often sees economic advantages like corporate investment, high-paying jobs and diversification of the municipal taxbase lined up ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Downtown Lethbridge ready for tree lighting
By Alexandra Noad - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on November 20th, 2024
With the snowfall early Tuesday morning, the Downtown Business Revitalization Zone got into the holiday spirit by setting up their 18-foot Christmas tree. The BRZ will be hosting its third annual Christmas tree lighting on Thursday evening at 5 p.m. Along with the tree lighting, there will be cookie decorating for the first 200 kids, ... Read More »
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