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ATA head says classroom report a good first step
By Lethbridge Herald on November 25th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Alberta Education’s Aggression and Complexity in Schools Action Team report doesn’t bring up anything new, says the president of the Alberta Teachers Association. But the union does agree with some of the reports recommendations, including hiring more teachers to lower student-teacher ratios, hiring more educational assistants, and allowing greater flexibility in scheduling mandated ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Smith says report is a roadmap for classes
By Lethbridge Herald on November 25th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald The Aggression and Complexity in Schools Action Team has concluded its work and submitted the final report to Alberta’s government. Premier Danielle Smith, alongside Minister of Education and Childcare Demetrios Nicolaides, released the report on Friday, saying it identifies key challenge areas and provides seven recommendations to address rising aggression and complexity ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Toys for Tots lets parents keep their dignity
By Lethbridge Herald on November 25th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald The Salvation Army’s Toys for Tots campaign is getting ready to welcome parents to “shop” for Christmas presents for their children beginning on Dec. 10. Lt. Zach Marshall, community ministry’s officer with the Salvation Army Lethbridge said this year they are expecting to help 500 children. “The way the program works ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Angels needed to help shovel snow for neighbours
By Lethbridge Herald on November 22nd, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald With winter just around the corner, community members in need of help shoveling their snow in the towns of Coaldale and Coalhurst can receive assistance from the Snow Angels program. The Family & Community Support Services (FCSS) is bringing back the Snow Angels program in Coaldale and Coalhurst after a successful ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Shop of Wonders helps clients afford Christmas
By Lethbridge Herald on November 22nd, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald MyCityCare’s Shop of Wonders is ready to welcome parents in the community to “shop” for their children’s Christmas presents and they are asking for donations. Tanya Lister, program co-ordinator, said this is their first year in their location and they were really excited to set up their Shop of Wonders. “This ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Polytech to host second annual Winter Fest
By Lethbridge Herald on November 22nd, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald The Lethbridge Polytechnic Winter Fest is coming back for the second year, along with the Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan on its only stop in Lethbridge on Thursday. On Nov. 27, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Trades, Technologies and Innovation Facility entrance on the south side of campus, those in attendance ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Province will end hybrid work for public servants
By Lethbridge Herald on November 22nd, 2025
Southern Alberta Newspapers The province is ending its interim hybrid work policy starting in February. The Alberta government announced last month that employees of the Alberta Public Service will be required to return to a five day per week in-office schedule beginning Feb. 1. A statement from the Deputy Ministers’ Council in October stated that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Caldwells kick off Christmas
By Lethbridge Herald on November 22nd, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald The Caldwell family is ready to welcome members of the community tomorrow to their eight annual Christmas with the Caldwells kick-off party, to begin collecting toys for the Salvation Army Toys for Tots campaign and non-perishable food for the Lethbridge Food Bank. Chandel and Vince Caldwell have been gathering support from ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!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 »
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