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Opposing protests counter over school SOGI policies
By Lethbridge Herald on September 20th, 2023
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – apulido@lethbridgeherald.com Tensions were high in front of Lethbridge City Hall Wednesday morning while two opposing groups rallied against each other, where 2SLGBTQ+ community flags were flying under the same wind as freedom fighters and straight pride flags. Hundreds of people from all ages gathered in front of city hall Wednesday with ... Read More »
1 responseVolunteers needed to support victims of crime
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on September 20th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The Lethbridge Police Service Victim/Witness Services Unit is looking for new volunteers to ensure they can continue to provide their services to victims of crime when they need it the most. VWSU manager Cat Pooley told reporters Tuesday it takes about 65 people to be able to run the program smoothly and it ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bail denied for man facing arson and assault charges
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on September 20th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 38-year-old man charged with numerous criminal offences, including arson and assaulting a peace officer, has been denied bail pending an appeal or resolution of his charges. Justice Jerry LeGrandeur refused to release Joe Swart from remand custody following his bail hearing Tuesday in Lethbridge provincial court, then adjourned the matter to Sept. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alberta NDP warns that Smith plans to ‘gamble’ with Albertans’ retirement
By Theodora MacLeod - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on September 20th, 2023
It is estimated that the average Canadian needs to save nearly $1 million to retire, a number that is only set to grow with time, pushing the target further for younger Canadians. According to an NDP press conference held on Tuesday morning in Edmonton, that target could be even more unattainable for Albertans in just ... Read More »
1 responseBehaviours adjusting to city encampment response
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on September 20th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Fewer entrenched encampments and structures have been seen in the city this summer, says a report made to city council Tuesday by General Manager of Community Social Development Andrew Malcolm. The City’s strategy has been a response to the encampment situation in Lethbridge, a response that includes offering outreach services to those who ... Read More »
2 responsesMan gets jail for uttering threats in park
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on September 20th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com Threatening to kill people at a city park earlier this month has netted a 42-year-old man a stint in jail. Waylon Girard Spear Chief was sentenced to three months in jail after he pleaded guilty Tuesday in Lethbridge court of justice to a single charge of causing a disturbance and two charges of ... Read More »
1 responseTattoo show leaves its mark on ink fans
By Theodora MacLeod - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on September 20th, 2023
More than 200 tattoo artists and countless enthusiasts gathered at the new Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre for three days of entertainment, community, and ink last weekend. The Windy City Lethbridge Tattoo Show has been a part of the convention circuit since 2006, welcoming artists from across Canada and the United States. More than 1,500 ... Read More »
1 responseLocal woman looks to support clinic back home in Uganda
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on September 20th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A local woman is asking members of the community for help to continue supporting those in medical need in her country of origin, by raising funds needed to keep a clinic running that was built with previous support from the Lethbridge community and surrounding area. Lethbridge resident Sophie Osaya had a vision over ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Climbers connect with Indigenous roots by scaling Waterton’s peaks
By Lethbridge Herald on September 19th, 2023
Delon Shurtz – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – dshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com Patrick Tanner admits he was a little scared as he and a few friends struggled to ascend Mount Dungarvan in Waterton Lakes National Park earlier this summer. The ascent was exhausting in more ways than one as he climbed the 8,419-foot mountain and was forced to rock climb, negotiate around ... Read More »
2 responsesSouthern Alberta bikers revved up to help needy children in the city
By Lethbridge Herald on September 19th, 2023
Justin Seward LETHBRIDGE HERALD More than 100 motorcyclists put their kickstands up at Honkers Pub and Eatery for the 42nd annual Southern Alberta Toy Run on Saturday morning. Santa was on site for the kids before the motorcycle parade which attracted 141 riders. “The run is sanctioned by the Southern Alberta Bikers and we welcome ... Read More »
1 responseVocal crowd supports Pawlowski
By Lethbridge Herald on September 19th, 2023
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman LETHBRIDGE HERALD As Calgary pastor Artur Pawlowski waited for his sentencing verdict inside the Lethbridge Courthouse Monday morning, a crowd of approximately 80 people gathered outside in support. Christian music was blasting, dogs were barking, people were praying and waiting to hear the fate of their pastor. After court returned from recess, many ... Read More »
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