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Police hosting Trunk or Treat this Halloween

By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on October 28th, 2023

LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The Lethbridge Police Service will take part in the Halloween celebrations this year and engage with the community by holding their first-of-its-kind Trunk or Treat. Sgt. Dave Warner, a member of the patrol team who came up with the idea, told reporters Friday that one of the constables in his team shared his ... Read More »

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Galt historians offering guided tour Monday

By Theodora MacLeod - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on October 28th, 2023

In a city with as much history as Lethbridge, there are bound to be a few good ghost stories. Fittingly, the building that is now home to most of the city’s local history and artifacts began as the Galt Hospital, and what better a place to experience the supernatural than a 110-year-old structure that saw ... Read More »

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Blind girl raising money to train guide dogs

By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on October 28th, 2023

A blind 16-year-old girl is raising awareness for the need to train more service dogs in Canada. Laura Rushforth was only seven years old when she lost sight due to a brain tumour. Laura’s mother Jennifer Rushforth said recently that right after Laura had brain surgery, she started asking for a service dog. “When she ... Read More »

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AHS, police urge safety in celebrating Halloween

By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on October 28th, 2023

LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com With Halloween just around the corner, Alberta Health Services and Lethbridge Police Services are advising the public to celebrate with safety in mind. Dr. Mila Luchak, one of the medical officers of health for the south zone, said this week assured residents they can enjoy a candy filled holiday safely. “Some of the ... Read More »

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Man pleads guilty to sexual assaulting teen, receives custodial sentence

By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on October 28th, 2023

LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 63-year-old grandfather who sexually assaulted a young teenage girl more than two years ago has been handed a custodial sentence of two years less a day. Kim Bruce Small Face will be able to serve the sentence in the community, however, under 24-hour house arrest for the first year, followed by curfew ... Read More »

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Superheroes, monsters, Barbie and Pokémon prove costume favourites

By Lethbridge Herald on October 28th, 2023

Alejandra Pulido-Guzman – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – apulido@lethbridgeherald.com Even though Halloween is fast approaching, there is still plenty of time to put a costume together and enjoy the festivities, whether it’s based on classical horror or the latest movie.  Spirit Halloween sales associate Sarah Burton says it’s has been great seeing members of the community stop by and ... Read More »

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Lethbridge College open house showcases programs

By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on October 27th, 2023

LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Lethbridge College opened its doors to prospective students Wednesday to showcase the different programs offered at the school. Unlike previous years where the open house was held inside the Val Matteotti Gymnasium, this year programs where showcased across campus in their respective instruction areas. Team lead of recruitment Sara Riehl said they spread ... Read More »

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Farmers market opens door to new business owner

By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on October 27th, 2023

LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A Lethbridge woman who recently opened her business in Festival Square went from being a long-time Lethbridge Farmers’ Market vendor to business owner.  Colombian Canadian Lethbridge resident Yeny Mora recently opened Antojitos Latin Food Cravings in Downtown Lethbridge after taking part in the Lethbridge Farmers’ Market with her family for just over a ... Read More »

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LFS launches suitcase initiative to help foster children

By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on October 27th, 2023

LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Lethbridge Family Services has announced a new initiative the organization recently created to help foster children transition from home to home and are asking for community support. Director of Advancement and Communication for LFS, Michelle Gallucci told media this week they learned about a specific need through Children’s Services during its LFS Angel ... Read More »

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CRH receives bequest for cardiac care from Cor Van Raay estate

By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on October 27th, 2023

LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Cor Van Raay cared about people and community. And The Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation recently was given what it calls a transformative bequest from the late philanthropist’s estate. The bequest, which Van Raay left in his will to the foundation, will directly support cardiac care services at the hospital. The amount of the ... Read More »

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Fort Whoop-Up turning into a haunted house

By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on October 27th, 2023

Fort Whoop-Up is opening its doors for a spooky haunted house visit today and Saturday. The Fort-Whoop-Up haunted house runs from 1 to 3 p.m. with family-friendly guided tours around the fort. From 6 to 9 p.m. the fort will have actors putting a fright into visitors. Galt Museum community programming coordinator Kristin Krein said ... Read More »

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