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MS Awareness Month leads up to annual MS Walk
By Lethbridge Herald on May 7th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald May marks Multiple Sclerosis Awareness month and MS Canada is inviting everyone to take part in this year’s MS Walk and other activities across the country, to raise awareness and funds in support of people affected by the disease. MS is a neurological disease of the central nervous system and according ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Everything old is new again at the Reuse Rendezvous
By Lethbridge Herald on May 7th, 2025
Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Spring is here and following in the wake of spring cleaning, comes the 15th Reuse Rendezvous on Saturday, to help Lethbridge residents clear the clutter from their garages and closets. First launched by the City of Lethbridge in 2011, Reuse Rendezvous is now helmed by Environment Lethbridge ... Read More »
1 responseProvince seeks feedback on water
By Lethbridge Herald on May 7th, 2025
Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald The Alberta government is seeking feedback from residents on potential improvements to the provincial water act. The government says that while most of the act works well, it’s heard from many Albertans that potential improvements could make it stronger. As a result, the government is looking for feedback on targeted changes ... Read More »
4 responsesCCH grads are seeing double
By Lethbridge Herald on May 7th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Catholic Central High School students will be crossing the stage this weekend to receive their diplomas after listening to not one, but two valedictorians. This year’s graduation class of 300 students is represented by Madeline Russell and Sophia Henke. Its only the second time in CCH’s history that a pair of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sovereignty referendum a non-starter for local Indigenous leaders
By Lethbridge Herald on May 7th, 2025
Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Chiefs from all three treaties in Alberta have united their voices in opposition to Alberta Bill 54. After an emergency meeting held on Tuesday to discuss the bill, which would make it easier for a referendum on Alberta sovereignty to take place, chiefs from several different nations ... Read More »
3 responsesRed Dress more than just a day each year
By Lethbridge Herald on May 6th, 2025
Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On Monday, people across the nation commemorated Indigenous women and girls who have been missing and murdered. Organizations took part in the day with various events including an information session and a sunset walk hosted by the Southern Alberta Metis Association as well as many others shared ... Read More »
1 responseNet-zero pet hospital dials back energy usage
By Lethbridge Herald on May 6th, 2025
Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A new pet hospital on the North Side has made history as the first net-zero veterinary hospital in Alberta, perhaps in all of Canada. The state-of-the-art hospital represents a major step forward in sustainable veterinary care, combining innovative energy solutions with a strong commitment to environmental stewardship ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Immunization campaign begins as case numbers top 210
By Lethbridge Herald on May 6th, 2025
Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter “Don’t get measles, get immunized” is the slogan for the new campaign from Alberta Health Services launching mid-May. As of noon last Friday, there were 210 confirmed cases of measles in the province, with 26 of those still being communicable and three are in intensive care institutions. ... Read More »
1 responseCity urges residents to be prepared for potential emergencies at all times
By Lethbridge Herald on May 6th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald This week marks National Emergency Preparedness Week, with the theme “Be Prepared. Know Your Risks,” and the City of Lethbridge is urging residents to take action and be prepared. Jamie Anderson, emergency planning administrator with the city of Lethbridge, says everyone has a role to play in emergency preparedness. “The theme ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Impact of sexual violence highlighted in new CSAC display
By Lethbridge Herald on May 6th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald May is Sexual Violence Awareness Month, and the Chinook Sexual Assault Centre has launched a unique art show at the Yates Theatre Gallery to raise awareness of issues related to sexual violence and to celebrate the strength and resilience of those impacted by it. The art show “Impact Unveiled: Beyond the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Former mayor sees problems with municipal parties
By Lethbridge Herald on May 3rd, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald David Carpenter says changes to the provincial legislation that governs municipal elections have the potential for some serious consequences in upcoming municipal elections. The longtime Lethbridge mayor, who has been an outspoken critic of the Danielle Smith government, took issue with the Municipal Affairs Statutes Amendment Act passed late last year. ... Read More »
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