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June sentencing set on drug charges
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 7th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A Lethbridge man caught with drugs and thousands of dollars in cash won’t learn how much time he’ll spend in jail until he returns to court in three months. Levi Duncan Reiter is scheduled to be sentenced on June 1, on two charges and drug possession for the purpose of trafficking and one ... Read More »
1 responseMLA’s life influenced by Kainai warrior Mike Mountain Horse
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 7th, 2023
A former Alberta politician is looking to tell the story of Kainai warrior Mike Mountain Horse and his influence on tolerance and respect. Tom Sindlinger, who was MLA for Calgary-Buffalo in 1979 to 1982, has compiled a document he hopes to turn into a play, showcasing the life and work of a man who influenced ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Province adding $330M for front-line social workers
By Lethbridge Herald on March 6th, 2023
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – apulido@lethbridgeherald.com The province has announced a $330 million increase over three years to support front-line social sector workers. Minister of Seniors, Community and Social Services, Jeremy Nixon made the announcement Monday at Christopher’s Place, a residential facility in Lethbridge for adults with developmental disabilities who experience mobility issues. Nixon said Monday’s ... Read More »
1 responseBlood Tribe police charge four with unlawful confinement
By Lethbridge Herald on March 4th, 2023
Four people have been charged with various criminal offenses following a police bust at a Blood Tribe residence Thursday. The Blood Tribe Police Service responded to a 911 call reporting that an individual was being held against his will. Police were also told there were firearms in the home, one of which had been fired ... Read More »
2 responsesPhillips, Miyashiro slam budget for disregarding city
By Cal Braid - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 4th, 2023
Shannon Phillips, NDP MLA for Lethbridge-West, and Rob Miyashiro, NDP candidate for Lethbridge-East, tag-teamed as they took shots at Premier Danielle Smith and the provincial budget during a news conference at the Galt Museum Friday. “You know, like so many of us here in Lethbridge, I am truly disappointed by the provincial budget,” Miyashiro said. ... Read More »
14 responsesEmployees say Good Sams refuses to bargain in good faith
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 4th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Employees of the Good Samaritan Society rallied Friday outside a law office in Lethbridge to protest what they say is poor bargaining of their collective agreement by the society. Darren Graham, vice-president of the south region for Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE), said the rally was held outside of the North and ... Read More »
1 responseMother of assaulted baby to seek bail
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 4th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com The mother accused of failing to provide the necessaries of life for her baby is expected to seek her release from custody later this month. The mother, who can’t be named to protect the identity of the baby girl, is scheduled to have a bail hearing March 14 in Lethbridge provincial court. The ... Read More »
1 responseScholarships celebrate next generation of agricultural leaders
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 4th, 2023
Three students pursuing their careers through post-secondary education will have less financial stress thanks to the Rotary Lethbridge East and its $10,000 Agriculture Scholarship to help support the next generation of agricultural leaders as they pursue their education. Emma Knodel, Nyomi Brobbel, and Makayla Gross were honoured Thursday at the Coast Lethbridge Hotel and Conference ... Read More »
1 responseInvestigation continues into cause of Lethbridge Hotel fire
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 4th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com While authorities still don’t know what caused the fire that destroyed the Lethbridge Hotel last week, demolition of the building and testing of the debris is expected proceed in the coming days. “The cause of the fire is still under investigation,” fire prevention officer Chad Mellafont confirmed Friday during a news conference at ... Read More »
4 responsesCity flag-raising celebrates Alberta Francophonie Month
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 4th, 2023
The Association Canadienne-Française de l’Albert (ACFA) held its annual raising of the Franco-Albertan flag at City Hall this year, a first for the location, kicking off March’s celebration of Alberta Francophonie Month. The event also celebrated the 41st anniversary of the Francophonie flag, and the sixth anniversary of its recognition as the first symbol of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local author hopes to connect with former Broncos
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 4th, 2023
A local author who penned a book about the Lethbridge Broncos is looking to connect with the community about the team and their time in the city. Mark Weninger is the author of The Lethbridge Broncos, an unauthorized history of the team during its decade in the WHL franchise. Published back in September, Weninger has ... Read More »
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