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Accused receives jail time for breaches
By Lethbridge Herald on September 27th, 2022
Delon Shurtz Lethbridge Herald dshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 30-year-old Lethbridge man who a judge said showed “gross disregard” for the well-being of his girlfriend’s young daughter, has been sentenced to four months in jail for assault. Christopher Anthony DeGeorgio was sentenced this week after pleading guilty in Lethbridge provincial court to two counts of assault. One of the ... Read More »
2 responsesBrain drain having negative economic impact: NDP
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman on September 27th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com NDP MLA for Lethbridge West, Shannon Phillips, and NDP critic for Advanced Education, David Eggen, spoke to media about the importance of supporting and retaining young people in Alberta on Monday. Phillips and Eggen were joined by VP external for the University of Lethbridge Students’ Union and president of the Council of Alberta ... Read More »
1 responseIndigenous trade show makes connections for entrepreneurs
By Ry Clarke on September 27th, 2022
Saamis Employment and Training Association (SETA) held an Indigenous entrepreneurial trade show and pow wow on Saturday at the Lethbridge and District Exhibition Centre, looking to showcase the work they do with those they train and provide an opportunity for their clients to sell their wares. “This trade show event is a result of one ... Read More »
1 responseKids Market expanding on success for growth
By /Ry Clarke on September 27th, 2022
The second annual Kids Entrepreneur Fall Market was held this weekend at the Lethbridge Fish and Game Hut with young entrepreneurs showcasing their creations and business savvy minds. “It has grown so much since we started. We had 23 kids last year, and now we are up to 43 kids with 38 tables selling copious ... Read More »
1 responseCity hosts open house on potential sober shelter at old curling run
By Ry Clarke on September 27th, 2022
Residents in Lethbridge were given the opportunity Saturday to voice their concerns regarding a potential sober shelter being developed at the former Civic Curling Centre. The City of Lethbridge held an open house in the City Hall foyer from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. inviting the public to join in on the conversation and putting ... Read More »
2 responsesIndigenous events initiate Reconciliation Week
By Lethbridge Herald on September 26th, 2022
Ry Clarke Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Monday saw many organizations and community members gather together for the kick off of Reconciliation Week in Lethbridge. The City raised the Reconciliation and Metis flags alongside the Siksikaitsitapi (Blackfoot Confederacy) flag at City Hall. Lethbridge School Division (LSD) hoisted the Every Child Matters flag at the ... Read More »
2 responsesNeuron Mobility seeking feedback on e-mobility pilot
By Ry Clarke on September 24th, 2022
Neuron Mobility and the Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce are looking for feedback from residents regarding the e-mobility program and user experience. The Voices of Business survey, found at lethbridgechamber.com/form/view/27415, looks for member’s feedback on using the e-scooters and e-bikes around the city. Neuron is seeking input on how the program is impacting local businesses, organizations, ... Read More »
2 responsesLocal students walk for cancer research at Terry Fox event
By Ry Clarke on September 24th, 2022
Elementary schools in the Lethbridge School Division put the right foot forward Friday morning heading to Nicholas Sheran Park to walk for Terry Fox and his legacy. Teachers and Students from Mike Mountain Horse, Dr. Gerald B. Probe, Coalbanks, and Nicholas Sheran Elementary high-fived and cheered one-another as they passed by sharing a connection through ... Read More »
2 responsesUniversity fair helps students navigate career paths
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman on September 24th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The University of Lethbridge Career Fair was once again offered as an in-person event Thursday after being offered virtually for the last couple of years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The fair gives students and alumni the opportunity to explore career options, build their network and find employment. “We know that students come ... Read More »
4 responsesTraining collaboration helps emergency services hone skills
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman on September 24th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Earlier this week, the Lethbridge Police Service and Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services teamed up for a training scenario that taught them a few lessons. The training scenario which took place on Wednesday involved a mock shooting incident with mass casualties over the span of about five hours. “The exercise allowed us to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rescued hostage reunites with people who saved her life
By Lethbridge Herald on September 23rd, 2022
Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald abeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Months following her rescue after being stabbed and seriously injured during a hostage-taking downtown, Kathryn Linder on Friday reunited with the emergency responders, police and hospital staff who saved her life. Linder was stabbed multiple times in the neck by a woman who held her hostage in an office at ... Read More »
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