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Canadian Federation of Independent Business sees disparities in tax rates
By Theodora MacLeod - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on February 17th, 2024
A report from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) has revealed disparities between property tax rates for businesses in some Alberta municipalities as compared to tax rates of residential properties. In their report, the CFIB considers the fairness of these taxation imbalances. Coming in fourth on the list of highest tax rate ratios under ... Read More »
2 responsesPalliser School Division teachers authorize strike vote
By Heather Cameron SOUTHERN ALBERTA NEWSPAPERS Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on February 17th, 2024
Teachers in the Palliser School Division have overwhelmingly passed a motion authorizing the local union to hold a strike vote. More than 75 per cent of teachers in the Alberta Teacher’s Association Local 19 attended a general meeting Monday, and 92 per cent of them voted in favour of the vote. “Strike authorization means the ... Read More »
1 responseBlood Tribe renews commitment to run shelter as province funds additional beds
By Lethbridge Herald on February 16th, 2024
Steffanie Costigan – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Lethbridge Shelter and Resource Centre is set to expand by 125 beds thanks to $4 million in funding from the province. Jason Nixon, minister of seniors, community and social services, made the announcement Friday at the shelter, and signed a memorandum of understanding between the government ... Read More »
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By Lethbridge Herald on February 16th, 2024
Scooters and e-bikes could be back in Lethbridge later this year. Lethbridge city council unanimously voted this week to continue to permit shared micro-mobility services in the city. The decision was based on a presentation at the February 1 Assets and Infrastructure Standing Policy Committee meeting. “We know these e-scooters and e-bikes have been popular, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Calgary man charged with drug offences ordered to stay out of Lethbridge
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on February 16th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A Calgary man accused of committing drug-related offences in Lethbridge has been ordered to stay away from the city unless he’s scheduled to attend court. Charles Edward Sitek was released from custody Wednesday on $5,000 bail and a promise to pay that amount should he breach any conditions of his release. Sitek is ... Read More »
2 responsesCity Council secures $200K grant for Safe Reporting program
By Lethbridge Herald on February 16th, 2024
Community safety continues to be a top priority for City Councillors who unanimously approved provincial grant funding dollars aimed at increasing safety in the city. The City of Lethbridge in partnership with the Lethbridge Police Service successfully applied for the Alberta Government’s Community Support Fund. The Community Support Fund awards money for projects or initiatives ... Read More »
1 responseLPS says CompStat system aids in crime reduction efficiency
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on February 16th, 2024
The Lethbridge Police Service says they are implementing a data analysis system to better manage prolific offenders and more effectively deploy resources to problem areas to reduce crime. Using the CompStat system allows LPS to access analytics data in a model that identifies high-crime areas and prolific offenders which is said to be, ‘the most ... Read More »
2 responsesMan facing sex-related charges remains in custody waiting on treatment facility
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on February 16th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 59-year-old Lethbridge man who is facing violent, sex-related charges, but was recently granted bail, still remains in custody while he continues to wait to get into a treatment facility. Bernard Alonzo Gibson was granted bail more than a week ago, but his release was contingent on the availability of a bed at ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local teen organizes Baby Bundle Drive for struggling mothers and their infants
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on February 16th, 2024
After spending time volunteering at a medical detox unit, Lethbridge teen Akshara Nagaruru realized something needed to be done to help mothers struggling to support themselves and their babies. At the time Nagaruru was only 15-years old when she felt inspired to research ways she could help struggling mothers. It didn’t take long for that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Phillips says government hiding results of pension plan survey
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on February 16th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Shannon Phillips, Lethbridge MLA and NDP finance critic for insurance and pensions, is speaking out about a member of the media being denied access to the government’s pension plan survey results. During a phone interview with the Herald Thursday, Phillips said the government refusal to release the survey results sends a clear message. ... Read More »
1 responseAuthor shares insights into the politics of Jason Kenney
By Theodora MacLeod - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on February 16th, 2024
It has been nearly 18 months since Jason Kenney served as Alberta’s 18th premier, having resigned from the role effective Oct. 6, 2022. But as a contentious and divisive figure in Alberta and Canadian politics, Kenney, his approaches, and his policies remain a topic of analysis for Albertans and journalists alike. Presenting an in-depth exploration ... Read More »
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