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U of L neuroscientist talks CTE awareness
By Lethbridge Herald on February 26th, 2026
By Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald February marks International Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (or CTE Awareness Month); a time to talk about the degenerative brain disease linked to repeated head injuries and concussions. While it has made headlines in professional sports, researchers say it’s not just a big-league issue. Here in Lethbridge and across southern Alberta, hockey ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!North American Seed Fair still growing after more than a century
By Lethbridge Herald on February 26th, 2026
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald The North American Seed Fair held annually in conjunction with Ag Expo is celebrating its 129th anniversary this year and is showcasing various samples of pulse crops, cereals, and oilseeds. Chair of the North American Seed Fair Committee Ryan Mercer said for him the fair is more than a showcase, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hyggen responds to WestJet announcing the discontinuance of Lethbridge flights
By Lethbridge Herald on February 26th, 2026
By Alexandra Noad Local Journalism Initiative Reporter- Lethbridge Herald WestJet announced on Monday they will be discontinuing their commercial flights out of Lethbridge as of June 24. Mayor Blaine Hyggen says this announcement came as a complete bombshell to him, but was a prime example of “if you don’t use it, you lose it.” “I ... Read More »
1 responseAg Expo showcases technology from around the world
By Lethbridge Herald on February 26th, 2026
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Ag Expo has become an international affair this year showcasing agriculture technologies from across Canada, the United States, Europe and Australia. Ag Expo opened its doors Wednesday morning and will run until Friday at the Lethbridge Trade & Convention Centre. Just before opening the doors, director of event development with ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Motion passed to request paused implementation of ADAP program
By Lethbridge Herald on February 25th, 2026
By Alexandra Noad Local Journalism Initiative Reporter- Lethbridge Herald It was standing room only in the City of Lethbridge council chambers yesterday afternoon as a motion was passed unanimously to send a letter to the Alberta government requesting them to pause implementing the Alberta Disability Assistance Program (ADAP) until proper consultation with people with disabilities ... Read More »
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By Lethbridge Herald on February 25th, 2026
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Vice-president of research Dena McMartin presented the Research and Creative Activities Plan to the University of Lethbridge community, recognized the new Canada Research Chairs Alexandra Tetarenko, Amy Mack and Tiffany Hind Bull-Prete and also celebrated undergraduate student and Rhodes Scholar Sydney Whiting on Tuesday. “Anytime we have a chance to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lethbridge Police to host fraud prevention presentations
By Lethbridge Herald on February 25th, 2026
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald The Lethbridge Police Service’s Economic Crimes Unit will host three community events to help residents recognize, prevent and report fraud in March. Sergeant Kevin Talbot of the Economic Crimes Unit said Tuesday they are excited to kick off Fraud Awareness Month in March with their three community events thanks to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Water , wonder and warning at Trianon Gallery
By Lethbridge Herald on February 25th, 2026
By Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Beneath that pristine surface, there was a story of risk, contamination, and human impact — a story that the group exhibition “Water: Beauty and the Beast” at the Trianon Gallery confronted head-on. The exhibition opened Saturday, bringing together a dozen artists to explore Alberta’s headwaters and the environmental pressures threatening ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Inclusion Lethbridge hosted a spirited Rock, Paper, Scissors tournament
By Lethbridge Herald on February 25th, 2026
By Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald In most competitions, somebody has an edge. They’re faster. Stronger. Better trained. But on Saturday afternoon at the Lethbridge YMCA, that advantage disappeared the moment the countdown began. One. Two. Three. Shoot. More than 40 competitors gathered on the second floor at the north end of the YMCA for Rock, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Water not Coal officially launches
By Lethbridge Herald on February 24th, 2026
By Alexandra Noad Local Journalism Initiative Reporter- Lethbridge Herald It was a packed house at the Nikka Yuko Japanese Gardens on Friday evening as people gathered to sign the Water not Coal petition, which was recently re-approved. Singer, songwriter Corb Lund submitted the initial application for the petition late last year, which was approved, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lethbridge Police Service meet all 159 standards after recent audit
By Lethbridge Herald on February 24th, 2026
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald The Lethbridge Police Service recently released its Provincial Policing Standards Audit report, where they were fully compliant with all 159 standards. Inspector Robin Klassen said all police services across Alberta must go through these audits every 4 years. The audit was completed in 2025. Klassen explained that the 159 standards ... Read More »
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