Southern Alberta News
Metis singer performing in Lethbridge on Friday
By Alexandra Noad - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 8th, 2024
Kaeley Jade was born in Fort McMurray and moved to Edmonton when she was seven. She started performing when she was nine years old. Spending her entire child and teenage years on stage led her to get a bachelor’s of fine arts degree from the University of Alberta. She is now a full time actor ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lethbridge Lodging Association explains sponsorship rationale
By Alexandra Noad - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 8th, 2024
With the new name of the VisitLethbridge.com arena being announced on Tuesday, it has brought a lot of speculation from residents, especially on social media platforms, with it. One user on a Lethbridge Roast and Toast page on Facebook posted “Roast to the City of Lethbridge-City Hall for not finding a real sponsor and using ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Southern Alberta reservoir levels dropping
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on August 8th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Water levels in southern Alberta reservoirs are dropping and there is not any substantial rainfall on the horizon. The Oldman reservoir on Tuesday was at 76 per cent of capacity, down from the 85 to 94 per cent that is normal for this time of year. The St. Mary Reservoir is also below ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New West rocking the Eighties
By Alexandra Noad - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 7th, 2024
The neon colours, big hair and even bigger hits are making their return in New West Theatre’s production of “Totally 80’s” which is set to open today and run to Aug. 24 at the Yates Centre. Kelly Reay, artistic director of New West Theatre, says this is the first full production in the 80’s. “There’s ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Report released on power emergencies
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on August 7th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com A review has been conducted into two electricity events, one in January when an emergency alert was issued after extreme cold drove demand in Alberta to record levels. A report by the Market Surveillance Administrator has determined that on Jan. 13, high demand, unanticipated generation outages, low wind generation and reduced electricity imports ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alberta has fifth highest lifespan, says study
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on August 7th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Want to live the longest life possible? You’re in the wrong province, according to a study. The study by a Toronto law firm, says residents of Quebec have the longest average lifespan in Canada of 82.48 years for both sexes. Second on the list is Ontario at 81.82, followed by Prince Edward Island ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!U of L digitizing Blackfoot items that were put into museums
By Alexandra Noad - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 7th, 2024
The University of Lethbridge New Media program has been collaborating with the Blackfoot Confederacy since 2018 to digitalize some materials which were removed from the Blackfoot people and put into museums at the beginning of the 20th century. Christine Clark, assistant professor for the Faculty of Fine Arts, says it has been an educational experience ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Locals set to take part in Canadian Transplant Games
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on July 27th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Several Albertans will be taking part in the 2024 Canadian Transplant Games taking place in Ottawa at Carleton University from Aug. 3 to Aug. 9. They include members of Logan Boulet’s family. Jan Clemis, a kidney transplant recipient from Taber, is among the Canadian Transplant Games participants and said she is excited to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!SPC wants council to have draft policy prepared on transition allowance
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on July 27th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com The Governance Standing Policy Committee of city council on Thursday unanimously voted to have council recommend administration prepare a draft policy regarding a transition allowance for members of city council based on information provided to be considered by the fourth quarter of this year. An official business motion presented to city council on ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!False kidnapping claim may be resolved through diversion program
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on July 27th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 20-year-old Lethbridge man accused of falsely telling police his friend was kidnapped could resolve his case through the mental health diversion program. Diversion redirects from the criminal justice system eligible individuals with addiction or mental health issues and minor criminal offences. Clients are assessed and goals established to help an accused access ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New initiative will keep bikes secure during Whoop-Up Days
By Justin Sibbet - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on July 27th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDjsibbet@lethbridgeherald.com Those wanting to bike to Whoop-Up Days this year will see advanced security measures to keep their bicycles secure throughout the day. Volunteers from the Chinook Sexual Assault Centre will be staffing a free daily bike check, open from noon to 12:30 a.m. Paul Kingsmith, director of community engagement with Lethbridge and District ... Read More »
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