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Orientation kicks off start of fall semester at U of L
By Theodora MacLeod - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on September 6th, 2023
For students of the University of Lethbridge’s class of 2027, school is now in session. Welcomed by the university’s seventh-and newest-president and vice-chancellor, Digvir S. Jayas, along with vice-provost of students Kathleen Massey, students’ union president Maleeka Thomas, and keynote speaker Kacie Bosch, a former Pronghorns athlete who has joined the women’s basketball coaching staff, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Puppy swim fundraiser makes a splash for Humane Society
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on September 6th, 2023
Many dogs soaked in the sun with their owners while swimming in the Westminster pool during the annual Paws in the Pool event that was hosted by Lethbridge and District Humane Society on Saturday. Prior to splashing in the pool, dog owners had to pay an admission fee to get in and there was a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Students back in class for first day of school
By Lethbridge Herald on September 5th, 2023
Steffanie Costigan – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Schools have filled up once more as summer comes to an end and a new school year begins. Lethbridge School Division superintendent Mike Nightingale on Tuesday said everyone is welcome back and encouraged people to be involved with their schools. “We want you to know that everybody ... Read More »
1 responseASIRT investigating death of woman in custody at Lethbridge police station
By Lethbridge Herald on September 5th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALD A death in Lethbridge police custody of a 31-year-old woman has prompted an investigation by the Alberta Serious Response Team. On Friday night just after 11:30 p.m. Lethbridge Police Services arrested the woman in connection with an aggravated assault. At the time, police say the woman was “highly impaired” by an unknown substance. ... Read More »
2 responsesCollege, university students back in class
By Lethbridge Herald on September 5th, 2023
ALEJANDRA PULIDO-GUZMAN Lethbridge Herald With a new academic year around the corner, both local post secondary institutions are gearing up to welcome their students back to campus with an array of activities. For the Lethbridge College the new academic year begins today with its annual New Student Orientation to help students get familiar with the ... Read More »
3 responsesSuccess certificate bridges Indigenous education gap
By Lethbridge Herald on September 5th, 2023
THEODORA MACLEOD Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The path to entering post-secondary education can come in many forms. While there is the linear (often seen as traditional) route of going to college or university immediately after graduating from high school, for many students that is not possible. Fortunately, institutions, such as the University of Lethbridge, offer ... Read More »
3 responsesCollege students settle into new homes
By Lethbridge Herald on September 4th, 2023
JUSTIN SEWARD Lethbridge Herald Students arrived and unpacked their cars as they moved into residence to begin a new school year at Lethbridge College on Saturday. “I would say the focus is to be a community (and) to be a family because you know people move away,” said Hannah Blackmer, Lethbridge College resident assistant. “Some ... Read More »
1 responseSchool divisions ready to welcome back students
By Lethbridge Herald on September 4th, 2023
ALEJANDRA PULIDO-GUZMAN Lethbridge Herald As each school prepares to the return of their students, the Lethbridge School Division and the Holy Spirit School Division superintendents prepare to make sure everything is in place for their staff to be able to help students thrive in the new academic year. Lethbridge School Division Superintendent, Mike Nightingale spoke ... Read More »
1 responseProvincial grant to help victims of crime
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on September 2nd, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com The provincial government has launched a new grant to help victims of crime in Alberta access supports when they navigate the criminal justice system. The Specialized Criminal Justice Navigator Grant will provide eligible non-profit organizations with funding for staff to help ensure “victims receive equitable, responsive and efficient support as they navigate the ... Read More »
1 responsePublic engagement session set for Picture Butte clinic closure
By Erika Mathieu SOUTHERN ALBERTA NEWSPAPERS on September 2nd, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDssnews@sunnysouthnews.com Alberta Health Services has announced the date for an upcoming “public engagement session,” regarding the closure of the Piyami Health Centre’s ambulatory care clinic (ACC). AHS made the announcement of the closure on August 10, citing October 15 as the official closure date. A letter signed by South Zone Medical Director, Dr. Aaron ... Read More »
1 responseFlair Airlines route expansion plans grounded again
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on September 2nd, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Flair Airlines plans to fly from Lethbridge to Tucson, Arizona have been grounded yet again. The low-cost carrier announced to much fanfare in March of 2022 that it would start operating direct flights from Lethbridge to Arizona starting last December. The plan was to have passengers board a Boeing 737 Max in Lethbridge ... Read More »
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