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Exhibition asking City for millions to demolish pavilions
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on March 16th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com The Lethbridge and District Exhibition needs more than $4.6 million to proceed with demolition of the three existing old pavilions on site at the Agri-Food Hub and Trade Centre. On Wednesday the Economic Standing Policy Committee of Lethbridge city council unanimously passed a motion calling on administration to work with the Exhibition to ... Read More »
1 responseSt. Patrick’s re-opening doors for celebration; group pushing to have church opened permanently
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 16th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com After being closed for more than a decade, St. Patrick’s church will open its doors for a special celebration on Friday after a long process that resulted in the church having to open at least twice a year so far. “What we are doing is following on the decision of the Vatican Signatura ... Read More »
1 responseHeart of the City grants looking for downtown initiatives
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 16th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com Imagine a downtown filled with people who are not just shopping, but dancing, eating, playing and just having a great time. If you can imagine it, then it can happen, and the City of Lethbridge is looking for people with great imaginations who want to take advantage of a grant program that provides ... Read More »
2 responsesTorry Tanner wins UCP nomination in Lethbridge-West
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 16th, 2023
The votes are in and the ballots have been counted, Torry Tanner has been elected by the UCP Lethbridge West Constituency Association to represent them in the upcoming election. Tanner will be vying for the Lethbridge-West seat, going up against Shannon Phillips, the current MLA for that riding. With the election slated for May 29, ... Read More »
1 responseTerry Whitehead named new U of L chancellor
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 16th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The University of Lethbridge announced its 15th chancellor Wednesday morning during a ceremony where president Mike Mahon welcomed alumnus Terry Whitehead as chancellor. Mahon said during his welcoming speech that the announcement centred around an individual with strong ties to the university and the broader community. “I am confident he will not only ... Read More »
1 responseCurling club bid gets SPC support
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on March 16th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com The Lethbridge Curling Club didn’t have to hurry hard to score a point with city council acting as Economic Standing Policy Committee on Thursday. The committee voted unanimously to pass on a request to city council from the curling club to provide $900,000 from the Major Community Event Grant budget to support its ... Read More »
1 responseLethbridge College signs on to Buffalo Treaty
By Lethbridge Herald on March 16th, 2023
Ry Clarke – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Lethbridge College kicked off its two-day Stone Pipe Days celebrations on campus Wednesday. The annual celebration recognizes the history and knowledge of Indigenous communities on campus and runs through today. Showcasing Indigenous culture with dancing, singing, and traditional foods, the college also made a splash on Wednesday ... Read More »
1 responseHousing authority tasked with helping to end homelessness
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 15th, 2023
When it comes to Lethbridge and the issues that arise here, it is important to stay informed and in the loop. The Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce, the Downtown BRZ, and City of Lethbridge are working together to bring monthly education sessions to the public related to safety, security and community issues. Located in Casa’s Community ... Read More »
5 responsesCoutts dangerous driving charge withdrawn
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 15th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A southern Alberta woman charged in connection with the Coutts border blockade and protest last January and February, is no longer facing a criminal trial. Joanne Person was expected to schedule a trial on a single charge of dangerous driving, but the charge was unexpectedly withdrawn last week in Lethbridge provincial court. The ... Read More »
2 responsesLethbridge College hosts second annual wind summit
By Cal Braid - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 15th, 2023
Lethbridge College opened the doors of its wind turbine technician lab last week for their second annual Wind Summit. The event was a trade show, hiring fair, and open house for students, industry partners, and the public. Kelly Norgard, an instructor and wind turbine technician spoke on behalf of the college, saying, “we invite industry ... Read More »
1 responseNo timelines for tenants affected by watermain break to return
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on March 15th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com The City of Lethbridge is still working with businesses and residents affected by a recent watermain break across the street from the Lethbridge Hotel. The break forced evacuations of 26 residential properties and six businesses and caused flooding in basements that reached several feet high. Initially the City worked with the Canadian Red ... Read More »
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