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Investigation 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 »
Be the first to comment!Employees 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 responseGreen Shirt Day to continue highlighting importance of organ donation
By Lethbridge Herald on March 3rd, 2023
Cal Braid – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Sometimes tragedy can be a catalyst for change. Sometimes it generates awareness and momentum, creating good out of the worst situation. On April 6, 2018, the Humboldt Broncos team bus was struck by a semi-truck that failed to yield at a Saskatchewan highway intersection. Of the 29 ... Read More »
1 responseAg-Expo a one stop shop for both farmers and vendors
By Cal Braid - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 3rd, 2023
The 2023 Ag-Expo at Exhibition Park wrapped up on Thursday and there was a lot to take in. The event was spread throughout the pavilions and looked like a high-end shopping mall for farmers. Agricultural businesses and manufacturers went all out with a variety of eye-catching displays and high-tech dazzle. The exhibits advertised farm equipment, ... Read More »
1 responsePhoto Fusion images capture inspiration
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 3rd, 2023
The Lethbridge Photography Club is calling all shutterbugs to come out to its free Photo Fusion event this Monday and Tuesday at Casa from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. for two evenings of digital shows presented by members, showcasing their pictures to the public. “We have done this for a long time, we used to ... Read More »
1 responseHistorical buildings an integral part of community, says LHS
By Troy Bannerman - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 3rd, 2023
The loss of two historical buildings in Lethbridge within a month of each other will have a significant impact on the community and many of its residents, says the vice-president of the Lethbridge Historical Society. Lorien Johansen says many people have emotional ties to the Bow On Tong building and the Lethbridge Hotel, both of ... Read More »
1 responseAccused in Holiday Inn fire set to be in court next week
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 3rd, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 33-year-old woman charged in relation to a hotel fire last Friday is scheduled to make an appearance in court next week, as long as she’s no longer in the hospital. Kerissa Rikki Plume was scheduled to be in Lethbridge provincial court Thursday, but duty counsel lawyer Brett Carlson explained Plume was unable ... Read More »
1 responseHomeless shelter to provide road to recovery, SACPA hears
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 3rd, 2023
The Chancellor of the University of Lethbridge and member of the Blood Tribe’s department of health, believes the Lethbridge shelter, the Alpha House, may soon be able to offer more than just beds for the city’s homeless population. During a session of the Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs, Charles Weaselhead said he hopes to ... Read More »
3 responsesNo bail for man charged in record drug bust
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 3rd, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 34-year-old man charged in relation to one of the city’s largest drug busts, hoped to be released from remand custody Thursday, but a judge rejected his bid for freedom. Patrick Rodney, who remains at the Lethbridge Correctional Centre, had a bail hearing Thursday in Lethbridge provincial court, where his lawyer tried, but ... Read More »
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