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Alexandra Noad Local Journalism Initiative The Alberta government has announced its plan to ensure all books students access in their school libraries are age appropriate, especially when it comes to sexual content. Several weeks ago, Demetrios Nicolaides, Minister of Education, announced there would be regulations put in place after concerns were raised over highly graphic ... Read More »

Alejandra Pulido-Guzman LETHBRIDGE HERALD Earlier this week the downtown core saw some geotechnical drilling taking place as part of a project to revitalize 5 Street South between 1 Avenue and 6 Avenue.  Bryce Dudley, senior project administrator with the City’s transportation department, says that was part of the preliminary design phase.  “The project was first ... Read More »

Joe Manio Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Southern Alberta’s love for their cars runs deep, and Lethbridge’s annual Street Machine Weekend is a roaring testament to that passion. Each summer, the high-octane celebration transforms the city into a hub of horsepower, chrome and community spirit—where classic cars, custom builds, and muscle machines line the streets, drawing ... Read More »

By Justin Seward Lethbridge Herald   The Energy City Cactus Rats broke a 5-5 tie in the ninth innings by scoring six runs to knock off the Lethbridge Bulls 11-6 on Thursday night at Spitz Stadium. Bernie Socarras scored on a two-out double by Jack Kalisky to open the scoring for the Bulls in the ... Read More »

Graham Kelly Inside the CFL The late Don Matthews, second in career wins to Wally Buono, owner of 10 Grey Cup rings, took exception to a reporter’s observation that the upcoming contest was really a big game. “Why,” the coach asked. “Are they awarding more than two points for the win?” Who am I to ... Read More »

By Justin Seward Lethbridge Herald Lethbridge baseball player Ty Mabin is not letting his career end after his last  American Legion season this summer and after graduating from high school baseball at Chinook last month, as he is attending post-secondary in Montana beginning this fall. Mabin began exploring the option of playing college ball down ... Read More »

LEAVE IT TO BEEBER Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald Back in 2002 on the May long weekend, I had life-changing spinal surgery at Foothills Hospital in Calgary where a neurosurgeon named Dr. Rick Hu and his team removed four bulging discs from my neck and replaced the space between the vertebrae with bone from my left ... Read More »

FROM THE HILL Rachael Thomas Member of Parliament for Lethbridge When Canadians think of Parliament, the focus is often on the governing party or the Prime Minister. Yet, one of the most important – and often overlooked – pillars of our democracy is the Loyal Opposition. The term Loyal Opposition originated in the United Kingdom. ... Read More »

GUEST OPINION David B. Carpenter Have you stopped beating your wife? It’s a simple question, just answer yes or no.  This is the classic example of a loaded question, either requested answer to which makes one guilty of an unproven assumption.  Most people smile because they know where the question ends up. I don’t imagine ... Read More »

Editor: We have known Fr. Ian Gagne for the past nine-and one-half years since he came to St. Ambrose church in Coaldale, Alberta. We took him and his parents to Chef’s Hat restaurant for dinner when he first arrived and to get to know them better. Lisa, the owner, was generous with her hospitality and ... Read More »

Editor, I would like to thank Councillor Mark Campbell for his motion to allow the Citizens of Lethbridge Urban Chicken Club, to speak to city council. The motion was passed by a 7-2 vote and CLUCC will present to the Safety and Social Committee. CLUCC will demonstrate that a one year pilot project to help ... Read More »

Editor, During the June 24 city council meeting, a motion was put forward by councilor Campbell to allow a local organization the opportunity to present on a topic important to them to the Safety and Social Standing Policy Committee (SPC). This motion was necessary because previous requests to present to the SPC were denied by ... Read More »