December 8th, 2024

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Local journalism needs local support to survive

By Lethbridge Herald on August 16th, 2024

LEAVE IT TO BEEBER Al Beeber – Managing Editor They’re calling it my farewell tour and I’m at a loss for words. Well, I’m not because you’ve all seen how long these columns can get, let’s be real about that. But I’m surprised and humbled and flattered that so many people have been reaching out ... Read More »

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A common sense approach to community progress

By Lethbridge Herald on August 10th, 2024

AT THE LEGISLATURE Nathan Neudorf – UCP MLA for Lethbridge East Positive developments are happening in our province and our community that we can all be proud of. While much focus often falls on the broader national and international scenes, several initiatives within Alberta and Lethbridge deserve attention. Today, I am thrilled to share some ... Read More »

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Is Fish and Wildlife management headed to dark times?

By Lethbridge Herald on August 9th, 2024

LORNE FITCH As a retired Alberta biologist (and a hunter and angler) I am witnessing the political dismantling of the science-based approach to fish and wildlife management. This should concern all of us whether we hunt, fish or appreciate wildlife in other ways. It took a concerted effort to drag ourselves out of the biodiversity ... Read More »

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Olympic achievements deserve to be celebrated

By Lethbridge Herald on August 9th, 2024

LEAVE IT TO BEEBER Al Beeber – Managing editor They started out with an opening ceremony unlike any other and have gone strong for two weeks with athletic achievements worthy of gold medals. And silver and bronze. The Paris Olympics have been a spectacle for fans of sport and have given countries around the world ... Read More »

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In celebration of Albertans

By Lethbridge Herald on August 3rd, 2024

FROM THE HILL Rachael Thomas – Conservative MP for Lethbridge On Monday our province will celebrate Alberta Heritage Day. This special day gives us the opportunity to reflect on our history and culture with gratefulness and pride. From being a leader in energy production to functioning as an agricultural powerhouse, Alberta has much to be ... Read More »

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Councillor Schmidt-Rempel may have made a good case for a work expectation review

By Lethbridge Herald on August 2nd, 2024

LEAVE IT TO BEEBER Al Beeber – managing editor She may not have won her colleagues’ support at their final meeting until Sept. 17 but councillor Jenn Schmidt-Rempel may in the long run have the support of future council hopefuls in her efforts to have a discussion about workload and expectations. The work of council ... Read More »

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The Whitelaw clan has finally met for the first time in person

By Lethbridge Herald on July 26th, 2024

LEAVE IT TO BEEBER Al Beeber – managing editor When cousin Lorraine Whitelaw Speers and husband Roy wake up at their campground in Taber this morning, ready to rock it up for the second night of Cornstock, they might want to get their hands on a copy of today’s Herald. And this column is why. ... Read More »

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Council has been busy with a number of items

By Lethbridge Herald on July 20th, 2024

FROM THE HALL Blaine Hyggen – Mayor of Lethbridge July is already off to a hot start – in temperature form and with all the activities taking place in our community.  I want to start this month’s column by reminding our residents of the City resources available to help residents stay cool and safe. City ... Read More »

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Summer’s heat is long overdue

By Lethbridge Herald on July 19th, 2024

LEAVE IT TO BEEBER Al Beeber – Managing Editor Don’t complain about the heat to me. Just don’t. After a spring that never seemed to end, southern Alberta is finally getting a taste of summer. With daytime temperatures in the 30s – we’re supposed to get a high of 38 in coming days – we’re ... Read More »

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When is a grizzly hunt not actually a hunt in Alberta?

By Lethbridge Herald on July 17th, 2024

LORNE FITCH “Curiouser and curiouser!” said Alice, and many of us pondering the Ministry of Forestry and Silly Stuff’s contention that the latest plan to shoot grizzly bears isn’t a hunt. No, in the double-speak we have become accustomed to it is “protection of life and property from problem wildlife.” According to Todd Loewen, the ... Read More »

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Addressing Canada’s economic challenges and Alberta’s path forward

By Lethbridge Herald on July 13th, 2024

AT THE LEGISLATURE Nathan Neudorf – UCP MLA for Lethbridge East Thanks to the federal Liberal-NDP government’s poor policies, Canadians from coast to coast to coast are feeling the strain on their budget. While Alberta’s government is doing its part, it is clear that Ottawa needs to acknowledge how their policies are only exacerbating the ... Read More »

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