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Flaman Foundation and Southland Trailers donate $10,000 to LFS
By Lethbridge Herald on March 13th, 2026
By Justin Seward Lethbridge Herald The Frank Flaman Foundation and Southland Trailers showed their generosity towards Lethbridge Family Services (LFS) this week. Between the Foundation and the local trailer company, they were able to donate $10,000 to LFS, which will be put back into their Immigrant Services department. The Frank Flaman Foundation’s focus is to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canada must rethink U.S. Ties as global order fractures
By Lethbridge Herald on March 13th, 2026
By Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald The global political order that helped shape Canada’s prosperity after the Second World War is breaking down — and the result increasingly resembles a world run by “thugs,” according to retired University of Lethbridge sociologist Dr. Trevor Harrison. Speaking at this week’s Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs (SACPA) meeting, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!PTC Pending in Atoa Case
By Lethbridge Herald on March 13th, 2026
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Lethbridge man Skye Atoa, accused with multiple sex related offences remains in custody waiting for a pre-trial conference for some of his charges. Atoa appeared in Lethbridge Court Thursday via CCTV along with his lawyer Richard Muenz regarding the charges that are still pending a trial date. As Atoa ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Dream big and bright – CCHS brings Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat to life
By Lethbridge Herald on March 13th, 2026
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Catholic Central High School’s Fine Arts department students alongside a guest Children’s Chorus made up of students from St. Patrick Fine Arts Elementary and St. Paul School are showcasing their latest production “Joseph and the Amazing Multicolour Dreamcoat” until March 21. Producer and co-vocal director Jessica Ens says it ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Polytech wellness experts encourage “fitness snacks” to help with a healthier workday
By Lethbridge Herald on March 13th, 2026
By Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Experts at Lethbridge Polytechnic say the solution doesn’t require a gym membership or major lifestyle change. Often, small and consistent movement breaks are enough to reduce stiffness, improve circulation and boost energy. “Lots of people in different work environments are sitting a lot during the day, especially on the computer,” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Home, Garden & Leisure Show has lots to offer this year
By Lethbridge Herald on March 13th, 2026
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald The Home, Garden & Leisure Show is now at full swing at the Lethbridge Trade and Convention Centre until Saturday, offering attendees an opportunity to interact with hundreds of exhibitors, chances to win prizes and enjoy demonstrations, competitions and other attractions. Executive Officer with BILD Lethbridge Region, Bridget Mearns ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Indigenous play to be awarded at Play Right and Spirit Prize Gala
By Lethbridge Herald on March 12th, 2026
By Alexandra Noad Local Journalism Initiative Reporter-Lethbridge Herald A play which explores themes of intergenerational trauma, addiction and the effects of residential schools and was inspired by a conversation the writer had with her grandfather is one of this year’s Play Right Prize Winners, hosted by the University of Lethbridge and supported by Chancellor Terry ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Black encourages women to let go of superwoman myth
By Lethbridge Herald on March 12th, 2026
By Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald The first thing Jully Black asked the room to do was clap, sing and laugh. Within minutes of stepping onto the stage at the University of Lethbridge International Women’s Day Leadership Conference, the Canadian singer and speaker had hundreds of attendees high-fiving strangers and repeating affirmations out loud. It wasn’t ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Council to have tough budget decisions forthcoming
By Lethbridge Herald on March 12th, 2026
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Mayor Blaine Hyggen said Wednesday he understands the frustration from residents about the increases to provincial educational property taxes in a time of affordability crisis. “There are certain things that we can control, and as council we control the municipal portion of tax, but there are also things that we ... Read More »
4 responsesCharges upgraded to impaired driving causing death
By Lethbridge Herald on March 11th, 2026
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Lethbridge Police have upgraded the charges against 56-year-old Joseph Cameron Brewster, from impaired driving causing bodily harm, to impaired driving causing death, after a 78-year-old male succumbed to his injuries. On March 2 just before 4 p.m., police responded to a report of a pedestrian collision at the intersection of ... Read More »
1 responseCity CFO presents budget impacts during council meeting
By Lethbridge Herald on March 11th, 2026
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer Darrell Mathews provided a presentation on Provincial Budget Impacts during Tuesday’s City Council meeting, for information only. During the meeting, before Mathews gave his presentation, Mayor Blaine Hyggen explained that the budget is not passed until March 31 and things can change. “For clarity, ... Read More »
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