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Local Foodgrains Growing Project harvests a success
By Heather Cameron SOUTHERN ALBERTA NEWSPAPERS Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on September 9th, 2023
This year, the Canadian Foodgrains Bank celebrated another series of local harvests. “Throughout Canada and in Alberta, there are numerous small groups of community volunteers who access a piece of land, grow a crop, and donate the proceeds of those crops to the Canadian Foodgrains Bank for its work addressing hunger in developing countries,” Ary ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Defence expected to take next step in drug case
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on September 9th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A 25-year-old Calgary man accused of trying to smuggle drugs through the Coutts border late last year was represented in Lethbridge court of justice Thursday.  An agent for Lethbridge lawyer Scott Hadford appeared on behalf of his client Jagroot Singh, 25, of Calgary in Lethbridge court of justice Thursday, to ask for an ... Read More »
1 responsePre-trial conference set on assault, shooting charges
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on September 9th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A 38-year-old Lethbridge woman facing numerous charges relating to the assault and shooting of her ex-boyfriend earlier this year, is getting ready to stand trial. Calgary lawyer John Oman represented his client Kristina Hatcher Thursday in Lethbridge court of justice to confirm a previously arranged pre-trial conference and to scheduled an adjournment for ... Read More »
1 responseParade of Homes kicks off today
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on September 9th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com A long-standing tradition returns for another year today when the BILD Lethbridge Region Parade of Homes kicks off. Running since 1966, the event is hugely popular with residents as they look for the latest trends in design and decor. This year, people planning to take tours can access Parade of Homes information on ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Man gets prison on manslaughter conviction
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on September 9th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A Lethbridge man previously charged with murder, pleaded guilty to manslaughter Friday in Lethbridge court of justice and was sentenced to just under six years in prison.  Jade Levi Trotter,38, attended Lethbridge court of justice in person on Friday, where Calgary lawyer Andrea Urquart in a joint submission with Crown Prosecutor Michael Fox, ... Read More »
1 responseHousing market stable in city, says Lethbridge and District Association of Realtors
By Lethbridge Herald on September 8th, 2023
Steffanie Costigan – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter With the ongoing housing crisis throughout Canada, more and more young families and individuals are struggling to find – and afford – housing. However here in Lethbridge, the housing market is remaining stable, says the Lethbridge and District Association of Realtors. “I can say about Lethbridge is ... Read More »
4 responsesFunding helps virtual programming take flight for Birds of Prey Centre
By Nikki Jamieson SOUTHERN ALBERTA NEWSPAPERS on September 8th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDssnews@sunnysouthnews.com The Alberta Birds of Prey Foundation has received federal funds to update their internet connection and provide virtual schooling. Through the federal Community Services Recovery Fund, the Alberta Birds of Prey Foundation has received $70,000 for the installation of high-speed internet and to purchase computer equipment to allow them to deliver online educational ... Read More »
1 responseLDS temple to be built along Whoop-Up Drive
By Lethbridge Herald on September 8th, 2023
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints will be building a new temple in Lethbridge on more than nine acres of land on the city’s westside. The church on Tuesday said in a news release that the temple will be constructed at the corner of Whoop-Up Drive West and Mauretania Road West. Plans call ... Read More »
4 responsesOktoberfest celebrations coming to Festival Square
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on September 8th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com It’s time to don the dirndl and lederhosen once again while shouting loudly “oans, zwoa, drei, g’suffa!” Yes, Oktoberfest is back courtesy of the Pogo Bros. The festival of beer, bratwurst, pretzels and oompa music runs downtown in Festival Square today and Saturday from 3 until 11 p.m. Advance tickets are $15 at ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!FASD in the international spotlight
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on September 8th, 2023
South Alberta FASD Network is sharing its red symbol in support of International Awareness Day of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. September 1 marked the start of FASD Awareness Month and Canada FASD Research Network executive director Audrey McFarlane expressed her excitement Thursday in spreading awareness for FASD. “FASD is a Canada-wide concern, so we’re excited ... Read More »
1 responseNaapi’s Garden sows seeds of traditional knowledge
By Theodora MacLeod - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on September 8th, 2023
For the youngest students of Opokaa’sin Early Intervention Society and school, located on the Blood Reserve, there are lessons to be learned beyond the walls of the classroom. William Singer III, founder of Naapi’s Garden and Katoyiss Seedbank, believes that by teaching the youngest members of the community the importance of traditional horticulture it will ... Read More »
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