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City launches web map to assist residents
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on January 10th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The City of Lethbridge has launched an interactive map for residents to gain access to information regarding road closures, facilities, city projects and initiatives at their fingertips. City of Lethbridge’s 311 business integration manager Mike Wilk spoke to reporters Tuesday afternoon about the City’s Project Webmap and said this is something that has ... Read More »
1 responseWalking club springs into gear for winter
By Lethbridge Herald on January 9th, 2024
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – apulido@lethbridgeherald.com Now that winter has decided to grace us with her presence, many find it difficult to walk outdoors due to the cold temperatures and slippery surfaces, but the Runner’s Soul Walking Club is here once again to offer a warm place and safe surface to continue exercising. While for some ... Read More »
1 responseHistorical society launches back alley sign project
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on January 9th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Visitors to downtown may have recently noticed new signs posted at the entrance to alleyways in recent weeks. The Back Alley Naming Project is an initiative of the Lethbridge Historical Society which is aimed at telling the stories behind people who helped build the city. The society on its website says that when ... Read More »
1 responseSentencing delayed for man who killed teen
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on January 9th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A Brocket man who was found guilty late last year of stabbing a 16-year-old boy to death, will have to wait several more months before he’s sentenced. A sentencing date was expected to be set Monday in Lethbridge Court of King’s Bench for Dustin Big Bull, who, on Oct. 26, was convicted of ... Read More »
1 responseE-scooter season comes to an end
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on January 9th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com With the arrival of snow and low temperatures, Neuron Mobility E-scooters and E-bikes season has come to an end here, after what the company is calling a successful riding season that had a positive impact in Lethbridge. Head of Corporate Affairs for Neuron Mobility Canada, Isaac Ransom spoke to the Herald on Monday ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Accused human trafficker still waiting to face trial
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on January 9th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A southern Alberta man who was ordered last September to stand trial on several sex-related offences, is still waiting to schedule a trial. The matter was in Lethbridge Court of King’s Bench Monday where Lethbridge lawyer Marcus Mueller acknowledged that the case has been “dragging” on since the preliminary hearing in September. He ... Read More »
2 responsesOpportunities growing for female hockey players
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on January 9th, 2024
Female hockey in the past has struggled with participation to the point where girls would have to play on male teams in order to have the opportunity to hit the ice. But now the number of female hockey teams has expanded, giving more opportunities to girls. Lethbridge Cyclones U-18 coach Cody Sincennes shared the difference ... Read More »
1 responseCity activates snow routes
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on January 9th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com With the first snowfall of the year has come the first snow route activation of the season, and the City of Lethbridge is reminding residents to remove vehicles from these routes when they’ve been activated. City of Lethbridge Transportation Operations manager Juliane Ruck talked to reporters Monday morning about the importance of keeping ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cold weather puts bodies at risk
By Theodora MacLeod - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on January 9th, 2024
Oh, the weather outside is frightful, and anyone with firsthand experience will confirm, there is nothing delightful about frostbite and other cold induced conditions. Windburn, frostbite, and hypothermia all pose serious risks to the health of those exposed to extreme cold. The lower the temperature dips and the longer the exposure, the higher the risk ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Appeal board overturns Streets Alive stop order issued by City
By Lethbridge Herald on January 8th, 2024
Steffanie Costigan – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A stop order issued against Streets Alive by the City of Lethbridge has been overturned. The Subdivision and Appeal Board issued the decision on Friday. The board hears appeals about decisions made on planning and development applications in the city. In November 2023 Streets Alive was issued a ... Read More »
2 responsesStriking woman earns Lethbridge man jail term
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on January 6th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A Lethbridge man who struck a woman in the stomach as he attempted to flee onto a busy street, has been handed a short jail sentence. Tyler Ray McNabb was sentenced to 90 days in jail after he pleaded guilty in Lethbridge court of justice to charges of assault and uttering threats to ... Read More »
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