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Crime prevention association gives preview of conference
By Lethbridge Herald on April 12th, 2024
Steffanie Costigan Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Alberta Community Crime Prevention Association offered a preview recently of its annual conference, “Pathways to Safe Communities Wellness and Resilience in times of change” that is happening in Calgary from May 6 to 8. ACCPA hosted a virtual conference with speakers sharing varying topics on various issues relevant ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Police urge motorists to slow their roll
By Lethbridge Herald on April 11th, 2024
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman LETHBRIDGE HERALD The Lethbridge Police Services has partnered with #SlowYourRoll to remind motorists about the importance of slowing down and being alert of children playing. #SlowYourRoll was founded by Chris DiPasquale in 2020 to get drivers to slow down, drive safely and be aware of children playing following the tragic death of 10-year-old ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!SMRID allocates eight inches per acre to district farmers
By Lethbridge Herald on April 11th, 2024
Cal Braid LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER The St. Mary Irrigation District held its annual general meeting last week at the Agri-Food Hub in Lethbridge and the water allocation for growers was finalized. The District’s irrigation season is scheduled to begin the second week of May and irrigators in the district have been allocated eight inches ... Read More »
1 responseSuspect in armed robbery hopes to be released on bail
By Lethbridge Herald on April 11th, 2024
Delon Shurtz LETHBRIDGE HERALD One of several masked and armed men who burst into a motel room in a home-invasion-style robbery late last year may ask a judge to release him from custody when he returns to court next week. Marvin Blake Weasel Head of the Blood Reserve made a brief appearance Wednesday in Lethbridge ... Read More »
1 responseExhibition financial report being presented to SPC this afternoon
By Lethbridge Herald on April 11th, 2024
Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald A report will be presented today to the Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee of Lethbridge city council on the financial situation of the Lethbridge & District Exhibition. Submitted by Manager of Corporate and Strategic Initiatives Graeme Woods and presented by LDE acting CEO Kim Gallucci, the report says 25 new ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Artificial intelligence topic of SACPA discussion
By Lethbridge Herald on April 11th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALD The subject of artificial intelligence is on the agenda at today’s Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs session at the Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization. The session runs from noon until 1 p.m. in the LSCO dining room. The topic “artificial intelligence – bane or boon to humanity?” will be discussed by Dr. Sidney ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Standing policy committee to hear water conservation report
By Lethbridge Herald on April 10th, 2024
Al Beeber LETHBRIDGE HERALD The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee of Lethbridge city council today will be asked to recommend to council it accept the City’s 2024 water conservation plan and strategy. Manager of Engineering & Environment Mark Svenson will be making a presentation to the SPC which meets at 12:30 in council chambers. ... Read More »
1 responseProvince establishing corporation to improve mental health, addictions services
By Lethbridge Herald on April 10th, 2024
Al Beeber LETHBRIDGE HERALD The province is introducing legislation to establish the Canadian Centre of Recovery Excellence as a Crown corporation to improve mental health and addiction services through research, evaluation and advice to the Alberta government. Introduction of Bill 17, the Canadian Centre of Recover Excellence Act was done Tuesday afternoon in the Alberta ... Read More »
1 responseMay Economic and Finance SPC rescheduled
By Lethbridge Herald on April 10th, 2024
Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald If you blinked it, you probably missed it. Only one item was on the public agenda Tuesday for Lethbridge city council to discuss, an urgent official business motion calling for the change in date of an upcoming Standing Policy Committee meeting. With three members of council scheduled to be away, the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Seedy Saturday shines light on gardening
By Lethbridge Herald on April 10th, 2024
Justin Seward Lethbridge Herald A focus on gardening was the topic of discussion during Environment Lethbridge’s annual Seedy Saturday event at the Lethbridge Public Library. “It’s really an opportunity to talk about gardening, talk about local food, this year we’re talking a lot about water and gardening and how to deal with that in your ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Outdoor show hits the mark
By Lethbridge Herald on April 10th, 2024
Justin Seward Lethbridge Herald Anyone from outdoor enthusiasts to hunters and anglers and families alike could immerse themselves in outdoor sports and activities during the Southern Alberta Outdoor Show at the Agri-Food Hub and Trade Centre over the weekend. “It’s very family-friendly and there’s something for everybody in the outdoors,” said Wes David, host and ... Read More »
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