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Applications open for Alberta’s Teacher Advisory Council
By Lethbridge Herald on February 4th, 2026
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Minister of Education and Childcare Demetrious Nicolaides has opened an application process seeking individuals interested in serving in the Teacher Advisory Council. According to the Alberta Government website, the Teacher Advisory Council is an advisory agency comprised of up to 15 teachers and teacher leaders in Alberta. And members of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New scales now open at Waste and Recycling Centre
By Lethbridge Herald on February 4th, 2026
By Alejandra Pulido- Guzman Lethbridge Herald To manage increased traffic and reduce congestion at the Waste and Recycling Centre, the City of Lethbridge has introduced new scale infrastructure designed to improve efficiency. The scale house now features two inbound and two outbound lanes and scales, doubling the previous capacity. Waste and Recycling Engineer Mark Molesky ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cancer’s impact felt across Lethbridge – World Cancer Day explains why
By Lethbridge Herald on February 4th, 2026
By Joe Manio- Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter From early detection and prevention to the cancers most affecting Albertans, Feb. 4 highlights a disease that touches residents of every age and background. WHY WORLD CANCER DAY MATTERS IN SOUTHERN ALBERTA Cancer remains a leading cause of death in Alberta, but early detection, prevention, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lethbridge Polytechnic kicks off 10th annual Black History Month
By Lethbridge Herald on February 4th, 2026
BY Alexandra Noad Local Journalism Initiative Reporter- Lethbridge Herald The Centre Core of Lethbridge Polytechnic was a bright array of traditional African clothing as the Polytechnic opened up Black History Month by having speeches and a chance to try a traditional Nigerian treat on Tuesday. This year marks 30 years of February being recognized as ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Planning ahead to age with dignity
By Lethbridge Herald on February 4th, 2026
By Joe Manio- Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Most people avoid thinking too far ahead about aging, especially when it comes to declining health or end-of-life decisions. But skipping those conversations can make life transitions far more stressful when they arrive unexpectedly. That was a key message at Navigating Services to Age with Dignity, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Burn brings thrills , laughs and big roles to Lethbridge stage
By Lethbridge Herald on February 3rd, 2026
By Joe Manio Local Journalism Initiative Reporter- Lethbridge Herald The Playgoers of Lethbridge are coming in hot with Burn, a darkly funny psychological thriller by Canadian playwright John Muggleton, opening today at the Sterndale Bennett Theatre. Directed by Henry Ross Jacobs, the production marks the Playgoers’ first show of the year and promises an intimate ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Stretch, repeat: Teddy Bear Yoga at Lethbridge Public Library
By Lethbridge Herald on February 3rd, 2026
By Joe Manio Local Journalism Initiative Reporter-Lethbridge Herald On a recent Saturday at the Lethbridge Public Library’s Crossings Branch, the usual hush of the Friends Place Meeting Room was replaced with laughter, stretching and a roomful of teddy bears attempting downward dog. Parents and children rolled out yoga mats side by side for Teddy Bear ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Atoa remains in custody, one trial date set
By Lethbridge Herald on February 3rd, 2026
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald After pleading not guilty to all charges last week, Skye Atoa’s case was back in court Monday morning, where his appearance was waved by his lawyer Richard Muenz. A trial date for the matters related to an incident that took place in October 2025, which were laid in December 2025 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!February is Heart Health Month
By Lethbridge Herald on February 3rd, 2026
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald With February being recognized as Heart Health Month, this provides an opportunity to highlight the importance of improving access to care closer to home, and to do just that, the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation is taking part of the Bringing Hearts Home Campaign. CEO Crystal Elliott shared they have received ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!South Campus vision discussion takes centre stage at SACPA
By Lethbridge Herald on February 1st, 2026
By Joe Manio Local Journalism Initiative Reporter- Lethbridge Herald With a near-capacity audience filling the room for its regular Thursday meeting, the Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs heard how open land west of the Oldman River could help shape Lethbridge’s future for decades to come. The packed crowd gathered to hear Trevor Lewington ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Arson case related to cemetery fire adjourned once again
By Lethbridge Herald on January 31st, 2026
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald A representative of Robin McIntyre, lawyer of Audrey Small Legs, who is charged with arson in connection with a grass fire that razed a southside coulee and an area of the Mountain View Cemetery, appeared in court Friday to ask for an adjournment. The adjournment was set to provide Small ... Read More »
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