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Heritage Day highlights celebration of culture
By Lethbridge Herald on August 7th, 2023
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – apulido@lethbridgeherald.com Hundreds gathered to celebrate Heritage Day at Galt Gardens Monday afternoon, to entertained the senses with multiple performances and food from various cultural groups that call Lethbridge home. Executive director of the Southern Alberta Ethnic Association (SAEA), Anastasia Sereda said this year was the first time they had their Heritage ... Read More »
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By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on August 5th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A father who repeatedly assaulted his baby was sentenced to seven years in prison Friday after the judge reviewed the recommendation of the Crown prosecutor and his lawyer.  The father, who can’t be named to protect the identity of the baby girl, pleaded guilty on June 23 in Lethbridge court of justice to charges of ... Read More »
1 responseHighway 3 corridor targeted for tourism development by Destination Canada
By Heather Cameron SOUTHERN ALBERTA NEWSPAPERS Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 5th, 2023
Highway 3 was recently selected to be part of Destination Canada’s Tourism Corridor Strategy Program. “Highway 3 is a key interprovincial corridor linking the large urban hubs of southern Alberta and British Columbia’s lower mainland, we are delighted to be working with our partners in BC and Alberta to develop the corridor strategy for this ... Read More »
1 responseIndigenous curator aims to expand focus of Galt Museum
By Theodora MacLeod LETHBRIDGE HERALD Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 5th, 2023
The Galt Museum and Archives is Lethbridge’s go-to for learning about southern Alberta’s rich human history. With a constantly growing collection of artifacts and archival records, the museum is dedicated to connecting visitors to the past. Camina Weasel Moccasin is the first to hold the official role of Indigenous curator with the museum. Prior to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City showcasing historic municipal resources
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on August 5th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The City of Lethbridge announced Friday it will be showcasing the city’s Municipal Historic Resources by a series of posts on social media every second Friday. In a release, the City explains that despite Lethbridge’s overall youthfulness as a community, it has an array of historic places, and those protected by the City are called Municipal ... Read More »
1 responseRaymond man calling for changes after AISH benefits cut
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on August 5th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com A Raymond man says his wife’s AISH supports have been cut because he is getting money from a Worker’s Compensation Board claim. Drew Smith told the Herald last month he wasn’t sure what the future will hold for he and his family with the loss of $1,000 in monthly income which they need ... Read More »
1 responseCouncillors get first-hand look at downtown issues
By Lethbridge Herald on August 4th, 2023
Steffanie Costigan – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Two members of Lethbridge city council on Thursday saw first-hand the ongoing issues facing downtown. Deputy Mayor John Middleton-Hope and councillor Jenn Schmidt-Rempel walked through Galt Gardens and down city streets with Lethbridge Police sergeants Ryan Darroch of the downtown policing unit and Gerald Grobmeier who is ... Read More »
13 responsesCanadian country music icon Ron Sakamoto to lead Coaldale candy parade
By Erika Mathieu SOUTHERN ALBERTA NEWSPAPERS on August 4th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDssnews@sunnysouthnews.com Joining in on the electric celebration of Coaldale’s rich history and sweet traditions, the esteemed Canadian Country music trailblazer, Ron Sakamoto, is set to lead as grand marshal of the town’s iconic annual candy parade at the upcoming 2023 Summer Fest celebration on Saturday, August 12. Sakamoto, who is internationally recognized for his ... Read More »
1 responseNew program giving LPS more ability to investigate crypto scams
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on August 4th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Crypto scammers beware. Lethbridge police now have the technology and training to help victims get their money back. The LPS is now utilizing a specialized software program called Chainalysis Reactor which tracks cryptocurrency from point of origin until it’s been deposited in an exchange. Sergeant Kevin Talbot of the Economic Crimes Unit is ... Read More »
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By Theodora MacLeod - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 4th, 2023
In an effort to support Indigenous women, girls and two-spirit plus (2S+) people, the Government of Alberta has announced a new grant for organizations and communities that address violence, issues of economic security, and safety. The fund is another move in the plan to advance reconciliation and uplift the Indigenous community in Alberta. Throughout their ... Read More »
1 responseNew West ready to help audiences get ‘Wonderstruck’
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on August 4th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com New West Theatre is kicking off its new season with a show that promises to transport audiences to a world of wonder. During a media call Thursday, New West Theatre artistic director and director of the show, Kelly Reay said their new show “Wonderstruck” is bringing back the troupe’s famous mixture of music ... Read More »
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