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Task force receives report on downtown police resources
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on March 30th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com The Downtown Lawlessness Task Force on Thursday received a report from deputy chief of police Gerald Grobmeier on police services resources. The task force, a sub-committee of the Safety and Social Standing Policy Committee of city council, consists of members mayor Blaine Hyggen, acting mayor John Middleton-Hope, Sarah Amies, Kendal Hachkowski, chair Hunter ... Read More »
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By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 30th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A man facing several drug-related offences with three other suspects could set a date for trial when his matter returns to court next month. Marty Lee Fransen pleaded not guilty Thursday in Lethbridge court of justice to three counts of drug possession for the purpose of trafficking and one count of possession of ... Read More »
1 responseCity accepting applications for clean energy program
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 30th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The City of Lethbridge announced Thursday the Clean Energy Improvement Program (CEIP) is accepting applications and this time with an increased rebate amount. As a response to the federal government’s Canada Green Homes Grant being eliminated, the City of Lethbridge is increasing the rebate amount for CEIP applicants to $1,350 from $800. Launched ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Graffiti abatement strategy discussed at task force meeting
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on March 30th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Visitors and business downtown regularly see the work of “artists” who deface buildings with their graffiti. Cleaning up that graffiti is a task that the Downtown Lethbridge Business Revitalization Zone has undertaken and its staff have already taken care of dozens this year. Sarah Amies, executive director of the BRZ and a member ... Read More »
2 responsesHumboldt crash survivor shares story with students
By Lethbridge Herald on March 29th, 2024
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – apulido@lethbridgeherald.com Students and staff at Winston Churchill High School had the opportunity to listen to mental health advocate and Humboldt Broncos crash survivor Tyler Smith share his story and talk about Green Shirt Day Thursday during an assembly at the school’s gymnasium. During his presentation Smith told those in attendance a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!‘Hero’ dog helps save man stuck in mud for two days
By Lethbridge Herald on March 29th, 2024
A canine altercation has unwittingly helped emergency responders rescue a Taber dog walker trapped in mud for two days earlier this week. A post by the Taber Police Service says they received a complaint early on Thursday morning about a potentially injured dog at large on the north side of the Taber Sugar Factory property. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Charges are bogus, accused tells judge
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 28th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 42-year-old Lethbridge man who refuses to have a bail hearing, will remain in custody on criminal charges he doesn’t believe exist. During a hearing Wednesday in Lethbridge court of justice, Tyson William Closs refused help from his lawyer and insisted the charges against him are bogus. “There is no criminal charges against ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Community cabaret set for Saturday
By Lethbridge Herald on March 28th, 2024
Adults who like to dance and enjoy excellent local music are invited to the Community Cabaret, slated for Saturday at the German Canadian Club. Lost Horse Singers, Jigging with Roy Pogorzelski and Hippodrome are featured this year, complemented by finger foods, cash bar, and transportation if needed for accessibility (or a safe ride home). The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!University hosts inaugural Iniskim Future Students Day
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 28th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The University of Lethbridge hosted its inaugural Iniskim Future Students Day on Wednesday at the 1st Choice Savings Centre with over 100 prospective students in attendance. The event was named after the University of Lethbridge’s Blackfoot name Iniskim, meaning Sacred Buffalo Stone, gifted by Elder Bruce Wolf Child in 2002. “Essentially our Iniskim ... Read More »
1 responseCity and AHS reach contract deal for EMS service
By Lethbridge Herald on March 28th, 2024
City council has approved a new agreement with Alberta Health Services to deliver emergency medical services here through Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services. The agreement is for 2.5 years and replaces the contract that was set to expire on Sunday. It provides an option for a 2.5-year extension, bringing the total contract to five years. ... Read More »
1 responseSPC report addresses lawlessness task force issues
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on March 28th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com The terms of reference and other matters regarding the Downtown Lawlessness Reduction Task Force will be addressed by the Governance Standing Policy committee of Lethbridge city council this afternoon. The SPC meets at 1:30 p.m. in council chambers and consists of councillors Belinda Crowson, Jenn Schmidt-Rempel, Rajko Dodic and acting mayor John Middleton-Hope. ... Read More »
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