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Old Dominion tour hits Lethbridge in March
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on October 22nd, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Get ready for some good vibes from the biggest country band in the business! Gold and Gold Sakamoto Productions are bringing Old Dominion and their No Bad Vibes tour to Lethbridge on March 9, 2023. Ron Sakamoto said the band was more than willing to accommodate the promoter by having a show in ... Read More »
1 responseReconciliation Lethbridge Advisory Committee struggling with attendance at monthly meetings
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on October 22nd, 2022
The City of Lethbridge held a variety of events leading up to National Truth and Reconciliation Day, including a pop-up medical clinic and powwow on Sept. 23 leading up to the week of events. The Reconciliation Lethbridge Advisory Committee met on Friday during its monthly meeting, discussing matters on the agenda and reflecting on Truth ... Read More »
1 responseVictim of multiple sexual assaults recounts harrowing tale at sentencing
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on October 22nd, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com Taylor (not her real name) was a typical teenager. She faced the same challenges other girls her age faced, but she was also an honours student with a bright future. Then, a little more than a year ago, when she was only 15 years old, her world came crashing down. Today the Lethbridge girl is ... Read More »
3 responsesCCH hosts division-wide Arise and Shine concert
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on October 22nd, 2022
Holy Spirit Catholic School Division held a concert Thursday night with a performance from a multitude of schools within the division at Catholic Central High School. The performance saw choirs and concert bands perform their talents before audience members to celebrate the arts and reaffirm student work. “It’s a division wide concert,” said Danielle Christensen, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Marchers ‘Take Back the Night’ during YWCA’s Week Without Violence
By Lethbridge Herald on October 21st, 2022
Ry Clarke – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter YWCA Lethbridge and District concluded its Week Without Violence on Friday with a Take Back the Night Violence Prevention Walk. Residents lending their support towards the cause showed up at city hall to join with members of the YWCA and walk with them around downtown and then ... Read More »
1 responseCommunity band set to open season with Fall Concert
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on October 21st, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The Lethbridge Community Band Society is inviting members of the community to join them at their fall concert this weekend for an evening of music with a chance to dance to some of the tunes. Event coordinator for the LCBS, Shay Bernard, said it is like a breath of fresh air that everyone ... Read More »
3 responses‘Spooktacular’ handmade market returns Saturday
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on October 21st, 2022
Lethbridge Handmade Market’s Spooktacular edition will be happening this Saturday from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Exhibition Park South Pavilion. With over 100 artisans, door prizes, costume contests, and fun activities for all, the event will spook your interest in what local artists have to offer. The market offers a great chance for ... Read More »
3 responsesBacklash prompts recommendation for targeted return to alley cart collection
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on October 21st, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com More than 1,700 homes may see a return to lane collection of their garbage and recycling carts. City council, acting as the Economic Standing Policy Committee on Wednesday, voted by a 6-2 motion to recommend a targeted return to lane collection in a way that addresses many concerns expressed by residents. One year ... Read More »
5 responsesStudent retreat hopes to impart lifelong lessons
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on October 21st, 2022
Our Lady of the Assumption Elementary School held its annual Student Retreat on Thursday, focusing this year on Catholic and Indigenous learning and how the two work together in regard to students’ spiritual awareness. Using the medicine wheel as a central image the school took students around to various sessions throughout the day to work ... Read More »
1 responseVolunteer Lethbridge screening model unique in Canada
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on October 21st, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Volunteer Lethbridge is seeking ongoing funding from the City of Lethbridge. The organization presented a budget scenario for city council to consider during its deliberations for the 2023-26 budget cycle. The organization, Kim Laing and Amanda Jensen told city council acting as the Economic Standing Policy Committee Wednesday, is unique in Canada in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nord-Bridge Craft Sale returns after hiatus
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on October 21st, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Nord-Bridge Senior Centre is once again hosting their annual Nord-Bridge Craft Sale this weekend after a two year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “It’s open to anyone in the community, you don’t have to be a senior,” said Ashley Kern, program coordinator at Nord-Bridge. She said they will have over 24 vendors ... Read More »
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