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Overdoses remain a threat despite positive trends; 2023 marks record-high number of fatalities
By Lethbridge Herald on May 24th, 2024
Justin Sibbet – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Following a record-high number of overdose fatalities in the province last year, the funeral processions are not stopping. Like the province, Lethbridge also saw a yearly record rate of fatal overdose victims, with 124 total deaths in 2023. This is up dramatically from 78 deaths in 2022 ... Read More »
2 responsesWoman gets jail for stabbing threat
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on May 23rd, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A woman who was charged with robbery after threatening to stab employees at a Lethbridge business, has received a 60-day jail sentence. Lillian Kathleen Scout was sentenced Wednesday in Lethbridge court of justice, where she pleaded not guilty to the robbery charge, but guilty to a lesser and included offence of theft under ... Read More »
1 responseWater levels rising in area reservoirs
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on May 23rd, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Area reservoirs are rising after recent rainfall but they still remain below normal levels. An update by the City of Lethbridge on Wednesday shows that as of Tuesday, the Oldman River reservoir was sitting at 62 per cent of capacity, still down from the normal range between 68 and 89 per cent. The ... Read More »
1 responseAccused waiting for disclosure on mischief case
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on May 23rd, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 20-year-old Lethbridge man accused of falsely telling police his friend was kidnapped, had his matter addressed briefly Monday in Lethbridge court of justice. An agent for the accused’s lawyer was granted an adjournment until June 12, and told the judge defence is waiting for disclosure from the Crown’s office. Jacob Xander Brown ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!University of Lethbridge to honour long-time letter writer
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on May 23rd, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com His letters to the editor on a wide range of subjects showing humanity, empathy sensitivity and understanding have long graced the opinion pages of the Lethbridge Herald. His devotion to enriching the lives of others through his words and actions here and elsewhere in the world is a reason why Tad Mitsui is ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Foodie Fest returning to downtown
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on May 23rd, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com It is almost the food lovers’ favourite time of the year again – Foodie Fest is quickly approaching and with a week-long celebration residents will have various opportunities to delight their tastebuds. The festival kicks off on May 28, by giving those in attendance an opportunity to explore local food truck offerings and ... Read More »
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By Alex Noad for the Lethbridge Herald on May 23rd, 2024
Members of the disabled community on Wednesday marched in the heart of Lethbridge dressed in yellow to celebrate their support workers. Jason Nixon, Minister of Seniors, Community and Social Services, announced this spring that the third week of May would be recognized as Community Disability Service Professional Appreciation week. To celebrate, members from Quest, Ability, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alzheimer’s walk set for Saturday
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on May 23rd, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The Alberta and Northwest Territories Alzheimer Society is hosting its annual Walk for Alzheimer’s on Saturday at Nicholas Sheran Park. The walk will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and those who wish to attend are asked to registered free of charge in advance. Deadline for registration is Friday at noon. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cats a huge threat to bird populations, says study
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on May 23rd, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Between 150 million and 300 million birds are killed annually by domestic cats in Canada alone but only about 38 per cent of communities in this country have bylaws on the popular pet. A study suggests that between two and seven per cent of birds in the southern regions of this country are ... Read More »
2 responsesWoman wants robbery charge withdrawn
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on May 23rd, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A woman charged with robbery in relation to a theft from a charitable business in Raymond hopes her charge will be withdrawn. Edmonton lawyer Brian Hurley appeared in Lethbridge court of justice Wednesday hoping to resolve the charge against his client, Megan Sheridan of Magrath. However, the Crown prosecutor said he was not ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Year-end event celebrates school safety patrollers
By Lethbridge Herald on May 23rd, 2024
Justin Sibbet – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter For over 85 years, children in Alberta have been helping one another safely cross the road in front of their schools. To celebrate the current crop of students who keep their classmates safe, the Alberta Motor Association, University of Lethbridge and Lethbridge Police Service all teamed up ... Read More »
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