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CCH raises the curtain on ‘The Addams Family’
By Troy Bannerman - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 10th, 2023
Braden Dalton is excited about the work his students at Catholic Central High School have put into their production of “The Addams Family.” The production opens today and runs through March 18. Art students designed and created the incredible background and backdrops, and the performers have been working on their roles since October 2022. Dalton ... Read More »
1 responseHot sauce expo set for celebration of spicy
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 10th, 2023
A local Lethbridge business is looking to bring a little extra heat to the city this weekend, helping melt the ice and tastebuds with its event. Heating up the Prairies will be taking place Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the Lethbridge Exhibition. Hosted by Beyond Hot, vendors will be coming from all ... Read More »
1 responseYWCA recognizes women of distinction
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 10th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The 47th Annual YWCA Women of Distinction Awards on Wednesday recognized six women for their contributions to the community in different ways and this year a couple of changes were announced. The YWCA Women of Distinction awards recognize those women who through their own initiative, ability, and effort, have made exemplary achievements in ... Read More »
1 responseAlberta Party leader discusses platform at SACPA
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 10th, 2023
The Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs hosted the leader of the Alberta Party Barry Morishita on Friday. Morishita spoke aboutthe party’s platform and if Albertans are ready to move on from governance by the NDP and UCP. He also discussed issues with the two dominating parties and how conflict has led to more issues ... Read More »
1 responseCommission says Mehdizadeh right leader for future of LPS
By Lethbridge Herald on March 9th, 2023
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – apulido@lethbridgeherald.com The Lethbridge Police Commission has extended the contract of Lethbridge Police Service chief Shahin Mehdizadeh for an additional three years. Police commission chair Dawna Coslovi said Thursday the commission wanted to have continuity after many positive changes had taken place within the LPS. “We have a new four-year budget and ... Read More »
1 responseMore signatures to be needed in next election
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on March 9th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Candidates hoping to earn a seat on city council in future elections will have to do a little more leg work. City council on Tuesday by a 5-4 vote passed a motion proposed by Deputy Mayor Ryan Parker that will require hopefuls to acquire more signatures before submitting nomination papers. Prospective council candidates ... Read More »
1 responseAssessment could be challenged when hostage case returns to court
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 9th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com The results of a psychological assessment, ordered last year for a Lethbridge woman charged with attempted murder, may be disputed when the matter returns to court later this month. The case against Courtney Louise Shaw was in Lethbridge provincial court this week, where an agent for the accused’s lawyer requested another adjournment to ... Read More »
1 responseChamber breakfast celebrates women in the community
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 9th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce celebrated women in the community on Wednesday during an International Women’s Day breakfast at the Enmax Centre with more than 180 people in attendance. While introducing the guest speaker, Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce CEO Cyndi Bester said the theme for the event was stories that play a vital ... Read More »
1 responseHistoric building have multiple benefits, says LHS
By Troy Bannerman - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 9th, 2023
Historic buildings have economic and environmental benefits say two members of the Lethbridge Historical Society. Belinda Crowson, president of the Lethbridge Historical Society, and Lorien Johansen, vice-president of the LHS, addressed the topic in a recent interview. “One of the reasons for preserving historic buildings is it actually impacts the entire economy of your community. ... Read More »
2 responsesSAAG director talks about building relationships in Art NOW session
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 9th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Southern Alberta Art Gallery executive director, Su Ying Strang spoke to students, faculty and members of the public about her past experience during the Art NOW speakers series at the University of Lethbridge this week. During an interview with the Herald after her talk, Strang said she was invited to speak about anything ... Read More »
1 responseAsbestos dangers addressed in safety regulations
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on March 9th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Crews working to demolish the old Lethbridge Hotel face an unseen but present danger. That danger, asbestos, is long known to be a cause of cancer and as work progresses, the City is working closely with Occupational Health and Safety as well as Alberta Environment to ensure that substance is being handled properly. ... Read More »
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