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Money raised by Pronghorns’ Giving Day will open doors
By Lethbridge Herald on October 16th, 2025
Nathan Reiter Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The University of Lethbridge Pronghorns are hoping for big things in their third annual Giving Day. Giving Day allows friends, family, alumni and community members to support the Pronghorn varsity program of their choosing. Teagan Viney, president of the Pronghorn student-athlete council, says the funds are important ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!World Food Day highlights the need to feed all people
By Lethbridge Herald on October 16th, 2025
Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Food insecurity is a continual issue on all levels from global to local, driven by factors including poverty, economic shocks, conflict, and climate change. In Canada, this national and provincial issue has seen rising rates, and it is also a daily reality at the local level for ... Read More »
1 responseThe fix is in at City’s new repair cafés
By Lethbridge Herald on October 16th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Environment Lethbridge and the Lethbridge Public Library have partnered for the inaugural Repair Cafe, and they are inviting Lethbridge residents to repair broken or damaged items that might otherwise end up in the landfill. Kathleen Sheppard, executive director of Environment Lethbridge, says repair cafes are a way for community members to ... Read More »
1 responseProvince to change licence plate theme
By Lethbridge Herald on October 16th, 2025
Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald The provincial government wants to put a new look on licence plates. The government on Wednesday announced that until Nov. 15 Albertans can have a voice in a refreshed look for the plates which haven’t been changed since 1984. Starting in 2026, licence plates will be based on a theme of ... Read More »
4 responsesNew Galt exhibit based on personal choices
By Lethbridge Herald on October 16th, 2025
Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Galt Museum has over 17,000 artifacts in its archives, and invited 100 people of all ages into the vault to pick their favourites for the museum’s latest exhibit, Treasures and Curiosities. Nearly 200 artifacts are on display, all of which are accompanied by an explanation from ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Talks stall between province and teachers
By Lethbridge Herald on October 16th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald The Alberta Teachers’ Association (ATA) said Wednesday they presented a serious, balanced, and realistic proposal to the Teachers’ Employer Bargaining Association (TEBA) on Tuesday, but Minister of Finance Nate Horner says there’s still a major divide between what the ATA is asking for and what the government is willing to spend. ... Read More »
1 responseUnion files complaint against Town of Coaldale
By Lethbridge Herald on October 15th, 2025
Nathan Reiter Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Employees of the Town of Coaldale have submitted an unfair labour practice complaint against the town. The employees, who are represented by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) have been locked out by the town since Sept. 6. In an interview with the Herald, AUPE Legal ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!U of L students dive into field of biochemistry
By Lethbridge Herald on October 15th, 2025
Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Biochemistry is considered a very challenging subject due to its complex, interdisciplinary subject matter that combines advanced biology and chemistry, a heavy workload, and rigorous lab components. Success requires strong analytical skills, excellent time management, and a solid foundation in mathematics. The competitive environment and the sheer ... Read More »
1 responseU of L, Co-op reach 25-year naming agreement for Sport & Wellness centre
By Lethbridge Herald on October 15th, 2025
Lethbridge Herald A major building on the University of Lethbridge campus will have a new name. The University’s Centre for Sports & Wellness will now be known as the Co-op Centre for Sport & Wellness thanks to a new 25-year, $4.25 million partnership between the University, South Country and Federated Co-op. “This is one of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Student lunch program continues despite strike
By Lethbridge Herald on October 15th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald The Lethbridge Food Bank continues to help families of school-age children during the teacher’s strike through its Mindful Munchies Program, by providing a nutritious lunch and snack that kids would otherwise have eaten at school. Valerie Lazicki, executive director of the Lethbridge Food Bank Society, says instead of delivering the lunches ... Read More »
2 responsesParking lot mayhem nets attempted murder charge
By Lethbridge Herald on October 15th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Lethbridge Police have charged a Calgary man with attempted murder after multiple pedestrians were struck and injured by a vehicle on Friday in the Visitlethbridge.com arena parking lot. Staff Sgt. Ashlin Snowdon, in charge of the Criminal Investigation Section, told media Tuesday that on Oct. 10 at approximately 6:30 p.m., police ... Read More »
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