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Historical 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 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!Sentencing 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 responseOpportunities 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 responseCold 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 responsesLocal author’s book nominated for award
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on January 6th, 2024
A local author and illustrator’s new children’s book has been named a finalist for an Eric Hoffer Award. The award, named in honour of the late American philosopher, is “one of the largest international book awards for small, academic and independent presses.” Constance Douglas continues her stories with “Choose Your Road to Happiness with Shnoogy ... Read More »
2 responsesHoly Spirit school division seeing higher enrolment and some challenges
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on January 6th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Holy Spirit Catholic School Division board chair Carmen Mombourquette, says 2023 was marked with many highlights and accomplishments designed to better meet the evolving needs of students. “When surveyed in the spring parents, students and teachers indicated that our schools are safe, caring and welcoming,” said Mombourquette in a recent interview. He said ... Read More »
1 responseLethbridge College welcomes new students for new semester
By Theodora MacLeod - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on January 6th, 2024
As the first week of the new year wraps up, a new semester emerges on the horizon for post-secondary students. Though classes aren’t in session until Monday, students new to Lethbridge College were welcomed on Friday and introduced to the institution and campus. While some of the freshmen are southern Alberta locals, when asked by ... Read More »
2 responsesWinter weather on its way!
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on January 6th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Winter is coming! Finally. A year after southern Alberta was dealing with subzero temperatures and snow, the area is experiencing much milder and drier conditions. But that will soon change, according to The Weather Network. Clouds will arrive today along with a 70 per cent chance of less than five millimetres of much-needed ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Striking 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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