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Poly B can be a household headache
By Lethbridge Herald on August 15th, 2025
Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald Polybutylene. To the unfamiliar, this word means nothing. To others who have water pipes made of this substance – more commonly known as Poly  B – it potentially means a need to hire a plumber for a repair that could cost thousands of dollars. Poly B was commonly used by the ... Read More »
2 responsesThe scoop on Whoop-Up brekkies
By Lethbridge Herald on August 15th, 2025
Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Nothing beats a pancake breakfast before a long day in the sun taking in everything Whoop-Up Days has to offer, and this year there will be no shortage of flapjacks to enjoy. Before the fair even kicks off, the Park Meadows Baptist Church will host a pancake ... Read More »
1 responseA bridge too far?
By Lethbridge Herald on August 14th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Members of Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services’ Water Rescue and Rope Rescue teams conducted a training exercise on the High Level Bridge Wednesday, to not only gain some valuable skills, but also to make the area safe for everyone to enjoy. Greg Adair, Fire Chief of Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services, ... Read More »
1 responseFire ban back on in river valley – for now
By Lethbridge Herald on August 14th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Due to the return of dry conditions, Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services has placed a fire ban on the river valley area once again. Troy Hicks, Chief Fire Marshal with LFES, said he doesn’t enjoy putting a river valley fire ban in place, as he wants everyone to be able to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!For the love of lizards
By Lethbridge Herald on August 14th, 2025
Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Lizards are often considered “mini-dinosaurs” which may contribute to their appeal as pets. Reptile enthusiasts are often drawn to their unique and prehistoric look, which can evoke a sense of wonder and connection to a long-lost primeval world. The word “dinosaur” translates from Greek as “terrible lizard” ... Read More »
1 responseTales from the angry, abusive complaints department
By Lethbridge Herald on August 13th, 2025
Scott Sakatch Lethbridge Herald Editor For me, there’s one big question that takes precedence over all others when it comes to modern society. No, I don’t mean “Why did people with functioning brains vote for Donald Trump?” or “What more evidence do people need to finally get that climate change is an existential threat?” or ... Read More »
2 responsesCancer Foundation lottery jackpot is biggest one ever
By Lethbridge Herald on August 13th, 2025
Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter In 2024 nearly 250,000 Canadians were diagnosed with cancer, nearly 24,000 of them in Alberta. Funding for continuous research for a cure, and for continual treatment programs province-wide, is vital, and the Alberta Cancer Foundation Lottery provides just that.. With its largest prize ever, the 2025 Foundation ... Read More »
1 responseWhere are the grandmas? Jean’s book will tell you
By Lethbridge Herald on August 13th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald The new children’s picture book by local author Jean McCarthy, “Where Did All the Grandmas Go?” has hit the shelves of Analog Books. McCarthy says her book is inspired by the strong, active women chasing joy on the slopes of Castle Mountain. The story follows a group of children who can’t ... Read More »
1 responseTop bridge experts helping with Whoop-Up situation
By Lethbridge Herald on August 13th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald After the underside of Whoop-Up Drive bridge was struck by a flatbed carrying heavy equipment causing damage to a few of the girders last week, some of the top bridge experts in the country – who just happened to be in Lethbridge on other business the day of the collision- are ... Read More »
6 responsesFarms and more to open doors this weekend
By Lethbridge Herald on August 13th, 2025
Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Alberta is celebrating local agricultural businesses this week with the Open Farm Days initiative and several farms, flower fields, breweries and wineries in the Lethbridge area are jumping on board to showcase what they have to offer. Local Food Week takes place each year during the week ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Take a bite your of Whoop-Up Days
By Lethbridge Herald on August 12th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald A traditional food staple from Whoop-Up Days is getting a makeover to offer a more convenient way to enjoy it, while still holding on to the old ways of supporting local charities. Whoop-Up Days attendees who have come to love Jumbo Ears, not only as a treat that brings back memories ... Read More »
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