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Housing market stable in city, says Lethbridge and District Association of Realtors
By Lethbridge Herald on September 8th, 2023
Steffanie Costigan – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter With the ongoing housing crisis throughout Canada, more and more young families and individuals are struggling to find – and afford – housing. However here in Lethbridge, the housing market is remaining stable, says the Lethbridge and District Association of Realtors. “I can say about Lethbridge is ... Read More »
4 responsesFunding helps virtual programming take flight for Birds of Prey Centre
By Nikki Jamieson SOUTHERN ALBERTA NEWSPAPERS on September 8th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDssnews@sunnysouthnews.com The Alberta Birds of Prey Foundation has received federal funds to update their internet connection and provide virtual schooling. Through the federal Community Services Recovery Fund, the Alberta Birds of Prey Foundation has received $70,000 for the installation of high-speed internet and to purchase computer equipment to allow them to deliver online educational ... Read More »
1 responseLDS temple to be built along Whoop-Up Drive
By Lethbridge Herald on September 8th, 2023
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints will be building a new temple in Lethbridge on more than nine acres of land on the city’s westside. The church on Tuesday said in a news release that the temple will be constructed at the corner of Whoop-Up Drive West and Mauretania Road West. Plans call ... Read More »
4 responsesOktoberfest celebrations coming to Festival Square
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on September 8th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com It’s time to don the dirndl and lederhosen once again while shouting loudly “oans, zwoa, drei, g’suffa!” Yes, Oktoberfest is back courtesy of the Pogo Bros. The festival of beer, bratwurst, pretzels and oompa music runs downtown in Festival Square today and Saturday from 3 until 11 p.m. Advance tickets are $15 at ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!FASD in the international spotlight
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on September 8th, 2023
South Alberta FASD Network is sharing its red symbol in support of International Awareness Day of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. September 1 marked the start of FASD Awareness Month and Canada FASD Research Network executive director Audrey McFarlane expressed her excitement Thursday in spreading awareness for FASD. “FASD is a Canada-wide concern, so we’re excited ... Read More »
1 responseNaapi’s Garden sows seeds of traditional knowledge
By Theodora MacLeod - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on September 8th, 2023
For the youngest students of Opokaa’sin Early Intervention Society and school, located on the Blood Reserve, there are lessons to be learned beyond the walls of the classroom. William Singer III, founder of Naapi’s Garden and Katoyiss Seedbank, believes that by teaching the youngest members of the community the importance of traditional horticulture it will ... Read More »
1 responseMan pleads not guilty to standoff charges
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on September 8th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The case of a Lethbridge man arrested following a standoff with police in June was in Lethbridge court of justice Thursday and not guilty pleas were entered for all his matters. Calgary lawyer Shaun Leochko was in court to speak on behalf of his client Logan Conrad Drake, 31, who faces numerous charges ... Read More »
1 responseWoman accused of setting Holiday Inn fire going straight to trial
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on September 8th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A 33-year-old woman accused of starting a fire at a city hotel in February has elected to be tried by Court of King’s Bench judge alone without a preliminary inquiry. Â Lethbridge lawyer Miranda Hlady appeared on behalf of her client Kerissa Rikki Plume Thursday in Lethbridge court of justice, to relate to the ... Read More »
1 responseFormer SCS raised concerns for provincial government
By Lethbridge Herald on September 7th, 2023
Steffanie Costigan – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Supervised consumption sites are part of evidence-based services in the province that are aimed at providing treatment, reducing harm and supporting prevention of addictions. The sites provide a place where people can use drugs that were pre-obtained in an environment that is hygienic and monitored to reduce ... Read More »
6 responsesMilitary history focus of cemetery tour
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on September 7th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A first-of-its-kind tour focused on veterans and military history will take place tonight at the Mountain View Cemetery conducted by Galt Museum and Archives volunteer and local military historian Warrant Officer (retired) Glenn Miller. Miller told the Herald Wednesday he is looking forward to sharing examples of veterans that have been identified and ... Read More »
2 responsesU of L, college adopt anonymous reporting tool for sexual and gender based violence
By Theodora MacLeod - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on September 7th, 2023
In response to a report released by the provincial government on sexual and gender-based violence on post-secondary campuses, The University of Lethbridge and Lethbridge College have implemented a new reporting platform. REES (Respect, Education, and Empower Survivors) Campus allows survivors to anonymously document their experiences and access supportive resources. The provincial report, which was released ... Read More »
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