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Cemetery tours offer insights into early days of Lethbridge
By Lethbridge Herald on October 24th, 2023
Theodora Macleod LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER While some might consider walking through a cemetery, illuminated only by the moon and a handful of flashlights, a macabre activity, for a group of local history enthusiasts, it was well worth navigating the uneven terrain of St. Patrick’s Cemetery on Thursday night. Hosted by the Galt Museum and ... Read More »
1 responseDrug charges dropped against city woman
By Lethbridge Herald on October 24th, 2023
Delon Shurtz LETHBRIDGE HERALD A Lethbridge woman arrested early last year following a significant drug bust in the city is no longer facing criminal charges. Susan Lynn Graf, was arrested March 4, 2022 after police, Alberta sheriffs, the tactical response unit and K9 unit converged on a home in the 100 block of 16 Street ... Read More »
1 responseCity residents ‘Take Back the Night’
By Lethbridge Herald on October 24th, 2023
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman LETHBRIDGE HERALD Members of the community gathered outside City Hall Friday night to join the YWCA’s annual event Take Back the Night Walk during their Week Without Violence. YWCA Lethbridge and district CEO Jill Young spoke during the event prior to the walk and said Take Back the Night is an international event ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Trial dates possible in sex crime case
By Lethbridge Herald on October 24th, 2023
Delon Shurtz LETHBRIDGE HERALD A former gymnastics coach accused of sexually assaulting several young girls last year could be ready to set trial dates when he returns to court next month. The matter for Jamie Ellacott was in Lethbridge Court of King’s Bench Monday where his lawyer, Kirsten Lancee of Calgary, said a case management ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Collectibles show helps the unfortunate
By Lethbridge Herald on October 24th, 2023
Justin Seward LETHBRIDGE HERALD The new organizer of the annual Rangeland Collectors Club’s Antique & Collectibles Show and sale wanted to bring more of a community focus to this year’s event at the Rocky Mountain Turf Club on the weekend. Wood’s Homes and the Lethbridge Family Services Angel Tree Christmas campaign were being supported at ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Webinar brings attention to addictions issues
By Lethbridge Herald on October 24th, 2023
Justin Seward LETHBRIDGE HERALD The Association of Nigerians in Lethbridge, the Southern Alberta Ethnic Association and the Soboyejo Turning Point Foundation for Nigeria’s 63rd National Day Anniversary hosted a web seminar to bring awareness to struggles of addiction and homelessness on Saturday at the Multicultural Centre. The theme was Addictions & Homelessness Are Not Fun ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sex offence matters back in court Nov. 27
By Lethbridge Herald on October 24th, 2023
Delon Shurtz LETHBRIDGE HERALD A southern Alberta man who has been ordered to stand trial on several sex-related offences, is expected to set trial dates next month in Lethbridge Court of King’s Bench. Mohammad Neirabani’s matters are back in court Nov. 27 when he is scheduled set to take a step on charges of sexual ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!University opens its doors to prospective students
By Lethbridge Herald on October 24th, 2023
Steffanie Costigan LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER The University of Lethbridge annual open house on Saturday gave an opportunity for prospective students to discover all the programs it has to offer on campus. Manager of national recruitment at University of Lethbridge Ashley Cowie, said the open house gives interested individuals a view of what courses ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Public gives LPS strong support
By Lethbridge Herald on October 23rd, 2023
Alejandra Pulido-GUZMAN Lethbridge Herald The results are in from a community survey of Lethbridge residents over the summer regarding the Lethbridge Police Service – and the feedback is very positive. The Lethbridge Police Service 2023 Community Survey was conducted by IPSOS which balanced the respondent pool to ensure an even mix of gender, age, income ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Preliminary hearing set on sex offences
By Lethbridge Herald on October 21st, 2023
Delon Shurtz LETHBRIDGE HERALD One of several men charged more than two years ago in relation to human trafficking and other sex-related offences is scheduled to have a preliminary hearing early next year. The date for the one-day hearing, March 4, 2024, was set this week in Lethbridge court of justice, where Calgary lawyer Leanndria ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City elementary teacher releases new novel
By Lethbridge Herald on October 21st, 2023
Theodora Macleod LETHBRIDGE HERALD For many, an up-close encounter with wildlife is just an interesting anecdote to share at the dinner table, but for one local author the chance to help a young owl in her own backyard has inspired a book. Elementary school teacher Jenna Greene was no stranger to writing when a peek ... Read More »
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