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Seniors centres must evolve to keep up with the times
By Lethbridge Herald on November 21st, 2025
Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Seniors centres such as the Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization (LSCO) are as important now as they’ve ever been in providing a vital community hub for older adults, fostering social connections, promoting health and wellness and offering essential support services. These centres remain crucial in addressing the evolving ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Chin farm wins major award
By Lethbridge Herald on November 21st, 2025
Nathan Reiter Lethbridge Herald Local journalism Initiative Reporter It was a tremendous recognition for the Perry family farm. During the first ever PepsiCo Global Farmer Awards in Purchase, New York, the Perrys were given the company’s Farmer of the Year award. The awards had six different categories, including sustainability, next-gen farming, leadership and advisory, heritage ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Friends of Medicare calls on Albertans to push back against two-tiered system
By Lethbridge Herald on November 21st, 2025
Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A confidential draft legislation obtained by the Globe and Mail outlines plans by the Alberta Government to bring two-tier health care to Alberta by allowing physicians to simultaneously work in the private and public sectors. Chris Gallaway, executive director of Friends of Medicare, says Albertans only have ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!The Lethbridge Herald Marks 120 Years of Local Storytelling
By Lethbridge Herald on November 21st, 2025
The Lethbridge Herald Alberta had been been a province for just over two months when the Lethbridge Herald first appeared in November of 1905. Lethbridge was a mining town of about 3,000 people, already being served by the Lethbridge News, which had just begun daily publication after 20 years as a weekly paper. Two Cranbrook ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!It’s time we talked about the Roasts and Toasts
By Lethbridge Herald on November 20th, 2025
Scott Sakatch Herald Editor Whenever I speak with Herald readers about the paper, at some point the discussion usually turns to the Roasts and Toasts section of our Reader Forum page. Love it or hate it, there’s no arguing with the fact that it’s very well read. But after almost a year as the Herald’s ... Read More »
1 responseWestside gravel road would improve emergency vehicle response time
By Lethbridge Herald on November 20th, 2025
Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A new gravel road which would result in quicker response times from fire crews for those living in Copperwood is one step closer to being approved, after the first Economic and Finance Special Policy Committee (SPC) voted unanimously in favour during its first meeting of the new ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Let there be light at Vox Musica concert
By Lethbridge Herald on November 20th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Vox Musica Choral Society is ready to take the stage to delight those in attendance with “Light Eternal,” at Southminster United Church. The evening will centre on two choral works on light, one contemporary and one over 300 years old. Vox Musica, will once again collaborate with the Tutti Corda String ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Province will offer virtual treatment for addiction
By Lethbridge Herald on November 20th, 2025
Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Recovery Alberta has announced those seeking treatment for substance abuse will be able to access care through the comfort of their own home the moment they’re ready to receive help. A new program called Virtual Rapid Access Addiction Medicine (VRAAM) treats people for substances beyond opioids, allowing ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!ATA head blasts UCP over trans-gender legislation
By Lethbridge Herald on November 20th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald The Alberta Teachers Association is condemning the repeated use of the notwithstanding clause by the Alberta government. After the provincial government made the decision to use the notwithstanding clause with the introduction of Bill 9, the Protecting Alberta’s Children Statutes Amendment Act, during the Legislative Assembly session on Tuesday, ATA president Jason ... Read More »
1 responseWorld-renowned violinist giving free concert in city
By Lethbridge Herald on November 20th, 2025
Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Generation Rising invites the Lethbridge community for a Christmas concert Friday with award-winning violinist and vocalist Rosemary Siemens that promises music to inspire and stories to uplift and bring joy in keeping with the spirit of the season. Siemens is bringing the joy of Christmas to communities ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Polytech magazine wins awards
By Lethbridge Herald on November 19th, 2025
Nathan Reiter Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter It was a tremendous year for Wider Horizons. The campus magazine produced by Lethbridge Polytechnic took home several industry awards for its publications in 2024 and 2025. Wider Horizons was awarded a silver award from the international Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) circle of ... Read More »
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