Southern Alberta News
Wildlife Act changes welcomed by Federation
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 14th, 2025
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Proposed changes to the Wildlife Act support updated, fair and responsible stewardship of Alberta’s wildlife and landscapes, says the Alberta Wildlife Federation. Alberta’s government is proposing amendments to the Wildlife Act to update regulations and modernize wildlife management practices. The proposed changes aim to improve the effectiveness of wildlife management, enhance hunting and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sakamoto gets coronation medal from Premier herself
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on March 14th, 2025
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Ron Sakamoto has earned numerous accolades during his decades in the music business, and one that the 82-year-old promoter and entrepreneur received in February may be among his most treasured. Sakamoto, who defied doubters by proving he could run a world-class music promotion business based in Lethbridge, was bestowed with a King Charles ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!CCH production of ‘Mamma Mia!’ supporting youth advocacy centre
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 14th, 2025
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Catholic Central High School Drama students are ready to entertain audiences with their latest production, Mamma Mia!, from tonight until March 22 at the Knights of Columbus Eggplant Theatre. The musical, which features the unforgettable hits of ABBA, will transport audiences to a sun-soaked Greek island with a unique set design. The “in-the-round” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local researchers break new ground on prenatal stress
By Sam Leishman - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 13th, 2025
New research from the University of Lethbridge could revolutionize how we think about the effects of stress on pregnant moms and their babies. Stephanie King, the lead author of the study, and Gerlinde Metz recently joined a team of researchers to examine the consequences of prenatal maternal stress (PNMS) on four generations of rat offspring, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Anti-coal group submits petition to province
By Lethbridge Herald on March 13th, 2025
The Water For Food Group has announced that they have concluded the Official Petition signature collection process and submitted the petition to the legislature for review. In a release they state that when the non-binding plebiscite took place in the Crowsnest Pass, 1,957 people voted for the Grassy Mountain coal project, but they received 6,787 ... Read More »
1 responseCity chucks recycling fee in the trash
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on March 13th, 2025
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com It’s no joke — starting April 1 city residents will no longer pay for curbside recycling on their utility bills. That’s the date the City of Lethbridge officially opts in to the new Extended Producer Responsibility regulation established by the Alberta government. The City’s blue bin program is presently a utility charge on residential ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!BILD competition puts students carpentry skills to the test
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 13th, 2025
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com BILD Lethbridge Region has partnered with CAREERS The Next Generation and the Southern Alberta Collegiate Institute for the third annual Who BILDs it Best competition. The competition will see high school students with various carpentry skills build a project in a live action event during the Southern Alberta Home, Garden and Leisure Show ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Women’s health shouldn’t be taboo, says doctor
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 13th, 2025
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The University of Lethbridge hosted their second annual International Women’s Day Leadership Conference Wednesday under the theme “Leaders Who Change the Conversation.” Dena McMartin, vice-president research and master of ceremony, said they brought together women from the university and broader community to spend time together, learn from each other, network and celebrate the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City gets housing grant funding from feds, province
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on March 12th, 2025
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Al Beeber LETHBRIDGE HERALD Lethbridge is among four Alberta cities that will benefit from a new federal-provincial partnership aimed at supporting the homeless population. Randy Boissonault, Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre, and Jason Nixon, Alberta Minister of Seniors, Community and Social Services, announced Tuesday in Edmonton that $35 million in funding from ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tourism Lethbridge teams up with Exhibition to attract events
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 12th, 2025
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Tourism Lethbridge recently announced a partnership with Lethbridge and District Exhibition (LDE) to attract 500-plus attendee conferences that maximize the capacity of the Agri-food Hub and Trade Centre and surrounding venues. Dominika Wojcik, Senior Director of Communications at Tourism Lethbridge, said the partnership is a long-term strategy as events that are being planned ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City votes no on new election laws
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on March 12th, 2025
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com City council on Tuesday sent a strong message to the provincial government that it doesn’t support the ban on electronic ballot counting devices in October’s municipal election. Council unanimously supported an official business motion presented by councillor Rajko Dodic asking the provincial government to let the City of Lethbridge tabulate votes in October’s ... Read More »
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