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Recall effort deserves more than just the invisible man
By Lethbridge Herald on December 9th, 2025
Scott Sakatch Herald Editor Regular readers might remember my column in the Nov. 28 Herald, where I talked, in part, about how I believed the recall efforts across the province were “A Mickey Mouse attempt to overturn the results of a free and fair election…Most of them have very little depth and don’t offer anything ... Read More »
4 responsesPolytech cracks Top 10 of research colleges
By Lethbridge Herald on December 9th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald The Lethbridge Polytechnic continues to climb the ranks among Canada’s top research colleges, rising one spot from 2024 and ranking ninth this year. According to a report by Research Infosource inc. the polytechnic reached ninth among the top 50 institutions in the country. Andrew Dunlop, associate vice-president, research said it is ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Locals still on the hunt for recall organizer
By Lethbridge Herald on December 9th, 2025
Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Nearly two weeks after a recall petition for Lethbridge East MLA Nathan Neudorf was approved by Elections Alberta, speculation is swirling about the campaign and a total lack of action by its organizer. Many residents in the riding, along with other Albertans, are concerned about the legitimacy ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Foundation grant reflects community’s generosity
By Lethbridge Herald on December 9th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald The Southern Alberta Ethnic Association has received a $15,000 grant Community Foundation of Lethbridge and Southwestern Alberta’s Community Priorities Fund Grant to purchase new glassless mirrors for dance groups using the Multicultural Centre. This is one of 36 projects and initiatives the Community Foundation is supporting with grants totalling $528,795 through ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Protestors push back at Northback presentation
By Lethbridge Herald on December 9th, 2025
Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Outside the Coast Lethbridge Hotel around 100 demonstrators waved signs, beat drums and shouted slogans protesting the proposed Grassy Mountain Coal Project while inside the CEO of Northback Holdings, Mike Young, spoke about the economic benefits of the project during a Chamber of Commerce event there Monday. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Radio alive and well in digital age
By Lethbridge Herald on December 6th, 2025
Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Rumours of radio’s demise have been greatly exaggerated again and again. Television was supposed to kill radio. Music television (MTV) and videos were supposed to kill radio. Portable listening devices like the Apple iPod were going to kill radio. Satellite radio was going to kill “terrestrial radio.” ... Read More »
5 responsesStalled recall?
By Lethbridge Herald on December 6th, 2025
Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A lot of local residents are expressing frustration over not being able to get involved in the recall campaign for Lethbridge East MLA Nathan Neudorf. A recall petition for Neudorf, submitted by someone identifying themself as Ryan Tanner, has been approved by Elections Alberta, but there is ... Read More »
15 responsesViolence against women focus of memorial workshop
By Lethbridge Herald on December 6th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Today marks the 36th anniversary of the Polytechnique Montreal’s tragedy where 14 female students were shot and killed by a deranged gunman, and the University of Lethbridge marked the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women with a workshop Friday. Leah Webster, sexual and gender-based violence prevention coordinator, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Wrappers and gifts both needed this holiday season
By Lethbridge Herald on December 5th, 2025
Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ‘Tis the season for giving and in a time of economic challenges for many people, there are many ways to give back that don’t include money. One way to give back is by volunteering your time at events such as Volunteer Lethbridge’s wrapping station. For almost two ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Renos moving forward at Henderson Ice Arena
By Lethbridge Herald on December 5th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Phase one of the upgrades set to take place at the Henderson Ice Centre is now complete and includes four brand-new dressing rooms, each with a private bathroom and shower facilities. Jace Adams, Facilities Project Manager said Thursday they finished on time, within budget and without disruption to operations. “Some of ... Read More »
1 responseInterfaith makes it easier to donate
By Lethbridge Herald on December 5th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald With the Christmas Holidays just around the corner, the Interfaith Food Bank is in dire need of donations, and to make it easier for people to donate, they have extended their hours of operation. Danielle McIntyre, executive director said because some members of the community work during their operational hours, they ... Read More »
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