Southern Alberta News
YWCA seeks support for women’s shelter
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on October 5th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The YWCA Lethbridge and District is asking for donations to help women and children utilizing the Harbour House emergency women’s shelter and its various programs. Director of external relations Cat Champagne spoke to the Herald Wednesday and said one of the many ways they help those dealng with domestic violence is by providing ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Streets Alive offers insight to supportive housing project
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on October 5th, 2023
The chief operations officer for Streets Alive in Lethbridge believes the new supportive housing project for which city council has committed money will have a positive impact on the city’s homeless. “I think it’ll have a significantly positive impact,” says Cameron Kissick. “We’re talking about 30 individuals that have a place to go where they ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Southern Accord chorus celebrates 25 years of harmony
By Erika Mathieu SOUTHERN ALBERTA NEWSPAPERS ssnews@sunnysouthnews.com on October 5th, 2023
The Southern Accord Chorus is celebrating 25 years of music magic. In celebration of the significant milestone, the local women’s a cappella chorus is gearing up for their upcoming event, “Harmony Connections- Celebrating 25 years with Our Community.” The event will take place in Lethbridge on Sat. Oct. 21 at 7 p.m. at the College ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!‘Honour Beat’ seeks common ground in story of love and loss
By Theodora MacLeod - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on October 5th, 2023
In Tara Beagan’s “Honour Beat,” death is approached with acuity and humour. Premiering at the Sterndale Bennett Theatre this evening and running until Oct. 14, the play produced by New West Theatre features a cast of four actors and follows a terminally ill Indigenous woman and her two clashing daughters as they come together to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Banner project honours veterans leading up to Remembrance Day
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on October 4th, 2023
Banners displaying veterans with historical military significance will be strategically placed on select city light poles in the city to honour the veterans and promote awareness for Remembrance Day. Paul Brundige, president of the General Stewart Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion, said Tuesday during a ceremony at Exhibition Park, its the second year the ... Read More »
1 responseStudent businesses growing remedies for mental health
By Theodora MacLeod - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on October 4th, 2023
Gone are the days when mental health was a taboo topic spoken about only in the presence of a doctor or confidant. As the public understanding of health evolves to include the mind, so too has the methods of care. What was once considered “alternative” is now simply natural and many university students are embracing ... Read More »
1 responseJohn Denver’s music in the spotlight at the Yates
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on October 4th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Rick Worrall remembers touring the province performing on a bill with Jensen Interceptor and hitting the stage at Lethbridge College. The veteran musician, who started his career in 1976, returns to Lethbridge on Oct. 6 for a performance at the Yates Centre which pays homage to the late great John Denver. The producer ... Read More »
1 responseConditional sentence for woman in impaired driving case
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on October 4th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com An elderly woman is lucky to be alive after surviving a head-on collision last year while driving along a highway south of Lethbridge. The woman, who was 80 years old when she was struck by another car on Highway 5 on Feb. 12, 2022, sustained numerous injuries, including several bone fractures to various ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!U of L gallery showcasing ‘recent’ art acquisitions
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on October 3rd, 2023
University of Lethbridge is showcasing some of its art collection of more than 15,000 works on campus in the art gallery. Art gallery assistant curator and preparator David Smith said the exhibit is being open to the public and described the 10 years’ worth of art the university is showcasing in a recent interview. “This ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Man facing weapons charges yet to hire lawyer
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on October 3rd, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 32-year-old Lethbridge man facing numerous weapons-related charges stemming from a traffic stop late last month, still hasn’t hired a lawyer. Duty counsel represented Jamey Kenneth Jensen during a brief hearing Monday in Lethbridge court of justice, and said even though the accused qualifies for funding through the Legal Aid Alberta, he has, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Country show set to pay tribute to Patsy Cline and Hank Williams Sr.
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on October 3rd, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Country singer Lisa Brokop is coming to Lethbridge this week and with her a journey back in time with a tribute to Country legend Patsy Cline. Brokop spoke to the Herald on Monday and said the show is in conjunction with her husband Paul Jefferson who will showcase his own tribute to another ... Read More »
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