Southern Alberta News
Special flyby planned for Remembrance Day
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on November 5th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com On Remembrance Day a Harvard MK IV will flyby the Lethbridge Cenotaph located outside of the Yates Memorial Theatre before heading to Coaldale, Raymond and Sterling. Geoffrey Brayne, pilot of the Harvard MK IV, said that he will be flying the airplane in tribute to all those who served in the military. “We ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Galt Museum launches sports-themed exhibits
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on November 5th, 2024
The Galt Museum officially launched two new temporary sports-themed exhibits of Game Play and Building a Legacy: The Sportsplex at 50 on Saturday at a launch party. Game Play is a highly interactive exhibit that allows for museum goers to learn the social importance of games and play and pairs hand-on activities and culture. To ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Wood’s Homes reaching out for public support
By Toyin Obatusin - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on November 2nd, 2024
Wood’s Homes, an agency where youth can find help through a variety of funded programs and subsidized support, is currently reaching out to the community to help keep their services running and complimentary for disadvantaged youths and young adults. The foundation, a mental health centre, is requesting funding for the purpose of covering the costs ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Time change can have adverse impacts, say experts
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on November 2nd, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com It’s that time of year again – time to turn back the clocks. Daylight Saving Time officially comes to an end at 2 a.m. tomorrow so in theory a person could get in an extra hour of sleep tonight. With the change, mornings will be lighter earlier for a period of time while ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!County reaches emergency management partnership agreement with communities
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on November 2nd, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A new Regional Emergency Management Partnership Agreement was announced by Lethbridge County Friday to enhance readiness and response across the region. The partnership agreement has been set between the Lethbridge County and the Towns of Coalhurst, Picture Butte, Nobleford and the Village of Barons and it aims to enhance collaborative disaster preparedness and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City preparing for winter
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on November 2nd, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Winter is coming! For Lethbridge residents, that means the return to bi-weekly green cart pickup and a reminder about city snow routes. On a brisk Friday morning at the City of Lethbridge salt quonset – appropriate weather for such announcements as fog enveloped the nearby river valley – media was told by Waste ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Pronghorn Athletics launch holiday safe ride program
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on November 1st, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The University of Lethbridge Pronghorn Athletics announced Thursday they will be offering their own holiday safe ride program called Luxie Lifts. Neil Langevin, executive director of Pronghorn Athletics told media Thursday they are excited to be able to give back to the community by helping them stay safe during the holiday season once ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local author chases sunbeams in new book
By Toyin Obatusin - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on November 1st, 2024
In 2023, a retired lawyer and local author Scott Paul travelled 6,000 kilometres across Canada for the sake of his recently released novel “The Sunbeam Room.” An excerpt from the book showcases the exact incident that would jump start an unexpected adventure for the main character, and change his life for better or for worse: ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Blood Tribe men to ‘walk in her shoes’
By Alexandra Noad - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on November 1st, 2024
Blood Tribe men will be strutting their stuff in high heels to help raise funds for the Kainai Women’s Wellness Lodge. The annual event “Walk in Her Shoes” domestic violence awareness walk will begin at 10 a.m. on Nov. 20, at the Multi Purpose Building in Standoff and will finish at the Chief Shot Both ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!LiveBarn brings local arena action remotely to audiences
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on November 1st, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Parents, grandparents or anyone living near or far who wants to keep track of loved ones activities on local arenas now can do so remotely. For family members who want to watch little ones in their first season of hockey or figure skating, an initiative launched by the City of Lethbridge in conjunction ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Trick or Eat food drive hoping to scare away hunger
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on October 31st, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Tonight the Interfaith Food Bank will be staying open late until 9 p.m. as part of their annual Trick or Eat food drive in order to receive the items collected from various neighbourhoods. Danielle McIntyre, executive director of the Interfaith Food Bank said they have had participation at different levels over the years ... Read More »
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