Local News

Coalhurst growth spurt has its perks and its challenges

By Lethbridge Herald on June 17th, 2025

Sam Leishman Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter According to the municipality’s website, Coalhurst was first incorporated as a village way back in 1913 before dissolving that designation 23 years later in 1936. It became a village once again in 1979, then a town on June 1, 1995. As of 2024, Coalhurst is home to ... Read More »

Alan, 100, saw Coalhurst mine disaster

By Lethbridge Herald on June 17th, 2025

Sam Leishman Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On the brink of turning 100 years old, one man returned to Coalhurst this week to commemorate his family’s roots. Alan Robinson was born during the final hour of Sep. 21, 1925 at a farm along Range Road 223, southwest of what is now Coalhurst’s main town ... Read More »

Bill 53 in the crosshairs

By Lethbridge Herald on June 17th, 2025

Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Braving summer-like temperatures, a group of around 40 public health care supporters gathered on the steps of City Hall to voice their concerns about Alberta public health care, including higher costs, the spectre of privatization and in particular Bill 53, which they believe is being rushed through ... Read More »

New mural at FLVT underpass showcases student creativity

By Lethbridge Herald on June 14th, 2025

Alejandra Pulido-Guzman LETHBRIDGE HERALD A first of its kind mural within the city, in the pedestrian underpass near Father Leonard Van Tighem School, has been unveiled and is highlighting the creativity of local youth. Through the Youth Engagement Pilot Project, students from FLVT school were paired with experienced muralists Lacey Jane Wilburn and Layla Folkmann, ... Read More »

Tiered water rates being considered for regional customers

By Lethbridge Herald on June 14th, 2025

Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee of Lethbridge city council on Thursday voted unanimously to recommend approval of a bylaw that will establish tiered water rates for regional customers and provide a new definition for that term. The SPC consists of the mayor and all members of council. Mayor Blaine ... Read More »

Fatherhood takes men on an individual journey

By Lethbridge Herald on June 14th, 2025

Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Father’s Day is an annual day set aside to honour all fathers, as well as fatherhood, paternal bonds; and the far-reaching influence of fathers on society. While Mother’s Day (celebrated a month earlier in May) is considered a more widely celebrated occasion, with commercial aspects and cultural ... Read More »

Protection of Privacy Act in effect

By Lethbridge Herald on June 14th, 2025

Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald Alberta’s new Protection of Privacy Act is now in effect. Legislation, which was passed in December, became effective on Wednesday. The provincial government says it has implemented the strongest personal privacy protection in Canada as well as the most strict penalties for violations. “These actions demonstrate Alberta’s promise to ensure clarity, consistency and stronger protections for Albertans personal information,” the government said in a statement Thursday. The government says regulations ... Read More »

By Lethbridge Herald on June 14th, 2025

Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald The Interfaith Food Bank welcomed members of the community to celebrate National Garden Day at their Interfaith Learning Garden while enjoying a barbecue and crafts. As Friday marked National Garden Day, the Interfaith Food Bank opened its doors to the community for a free barbecue, a garden tour and craft opportunities.  ... Read More »

Council to vote on borrowing bylaws

By Lethbridge Herald on June 14th, 2025

Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald City council acting in its capacity as Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee on Thursday voted unanimously to recommend an increase in the budget for two projects at the water treatment plant that are deemed critical for its continued operation. Mayor Blaine Hyggen was absent from the meeting. The projects include one that will mitigate the risk of ... Read More »

Grazing goats get rainy kickoff as summer weed-eating begins

By Lethbridge Herald on June 13th, 2025

Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter It’s the second rainy day of deployment for Goatherd Trent Cahoon, Chance the Border Collie and their unit of 205 goats in Indian Battle Park at the Alberta Picnic Shelter. The grazing goats have returned for a seventh summer, to battle invasive weeds such as leafy spurge, ... Read More »

Chaos at the coal meeting

By Lethbridge Herald on June 13th, 2025

Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Premier’s Coal Town Hall event Wednesday evening was described as “a gong show” by many in attendance, with several being left outside, including the media. Hundreds of people lined the street outside the Fort Macleod and District Community Hall hours before the doors opened, many of ... Read More »