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Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Spring has sprung and with it the various allergens that make people’s eyes itchy, red and watery.  Eye allergies can impact daily life and overall eye health, according to the Canadian Association of Optometrists.  But they don’t have to. Naomi Barber, Clinical Services Director at Specsavers Canada, says allergens can be ... Read More »

Sam Leishman Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The City of Lethbridge has its sights set on the end of May to re-open the Fritz Sick pool. The facility closed at the beginning of November to allow for a number of accessibility upgrades. Those include barrier-free showers and toilet stalls, two additional women’s showers, a ... Read More »

Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Proposed changes to the Lethbridge & District Exhibition would help it better serve the needs of the community, city officials said Friday. After a presentation from City administration and the consultant firm of Deloitte to the Economic Standing Policy Committee (SPC), City officials spoke to media about the governance options that ... Read More »

By Justin Seward Lethbridge Herald Lethbridge Hurricanes head scout Garry Carson spoke to media upon completion of the WHL Prospects Draft and U.S. Priority Draft on Thursday about important future pieces both on offence and defence  the team was able to draft. “We really were  fortunate to get a couple quality d-men (defencemen) early, (a) ... Read More »

Graham Kelly INSIDE THE CFL “Everything will be different this year, every aspect of the team will change. New coaches, new players, a new fresh approach. The team will have a different personality. “ So said Calgary Stampeder Coach and GM Dave Dickenson while  preparing for the 2025 CFL campaign. No wonder a major overhaul ... Read More »

By Justin Seward While the Lethbridge Hurricanes weren’t picking in the first round of the WHL draft on Wednesday, the club was busy on another front. Lethbridge participated in the Expansion Draft for the Penticton Vees who are set to kick off their inaugural season this fall. Forward Cameron Norrie was selected by the Vees ... Read More »

Nathan Neudorf Lethbridge East MLA For the Herald Spring in southern Alberta always brings a sense of possibility. As the days grow longer and the snow finally gives way to green grass and blooming trees, our community is reminded that change can be both natural and energizing—a time to reset, reflect, and look forward. In ... Read More »

Doug Firby Troy Media Disappointment and frustration can lead people to do foolish things. Conservatives in Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta, in particular, are profoundly disappointed that Pierre Poilievre’s Conservative Party of Canada was defeated by a coalition of progressive voters in the federal election. In their anger, many have lashed out and called for regional ... Read More »

Maureen McCall Troy Media A surprising twist in Canada’s pipeline debate emerged on Jan. 21, when Alberta Premier Danielle Smith called for a revival of the Northern Gateway pipeline. Unexpectedly, Grand Chief Stewart Phillip, president of the Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs, voiced support, warning that if Canada doesn’t act, Donald Trump will. Yet just ... Read More »

Editor: Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE), is a progressive neurological condition that results from repeated brain trauma, including both concussions and non-concussive impacts, accumulated over time. At present, CTE can only be diagnosed after death. CTE goes undetected in individuals, leading to cognitive difficulties and mental health issues. This situation underscores the critical need for finer ... Read More »

Editor, So, here we are post federal election and the “dreaded” Liberals have been elected for a 4th term. I say “dreaded” jokingly because I voted Liberal.  Those who voted Conservative in our province are disappointed and our premier is demanding respect from the Liberal government or else. But how do we garner respect when ... Read More »

Editor, Danielle Smith has lowered the threshold for referendums in Alberta. I believe you should read Jean Chretien’s book “Straight from the Heart.” He concludes his book by stating, “I feel strongly that we did not build our institutions, our traditions, our history, our national pride, in short this great country Canada, to become the ... Read More »