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Streets Alive warming centre helping soften winter’s chill
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on January 3rd, 2023
The recent cold snap in southern Alberta saw temperatures dip below the double digits with the wind chill exasperating the freeze. To help those in need without a warm place to go, the City of Lethbridge asked Streets Alive Mission to expand its hours and provide a 24-hour comfort centre through the winter months. Located ... Read More »
7 responsesNDP calling on government to firm up promised inflation relief payments
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on January 3rd, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The New Democratic Party is calling on the Provincial government to provide Albertans with a date for when they can expect their promised inflation relief payments. NDP Finance Critic and MLA for Lethbridge West, Shannon Phillips told the Herald on Monday that it has been 41 days since Albertans were promised their relief ... Read More »
1 responseCanadian Taxpayer Federation happy to see provincial fuel tax suspended
By Herald on January 3rd, 2023
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – apulido@lethbridgeherald.com The Canadian Taxpayer Federation is applauding Premier Danielle Smith’s government for fully suspending the provincial fuel tax to start the new year. Alberta Director for the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, Kris Sims said the provincial fuel tax suspension kicked in on Jan. 1, and will last for at least the next ... Read More »
1 responseLethbridge prepares to swing into the New Year
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on December 31st, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com “Tonight’s another chance to start again. It’s just another New Year’s Eve, Another night like all the rest. It’s just another New Year’s Eve,” – Barry Manilow, “It’s Just Another New Year’s Eve.” Whether you’re listening to the mellowness of Manilow or U2’s “New Year’s Day,” Saturday night could be something special for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Thomas sees ‘incredible opportunity’ for Canada in 2023
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on December 31st, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Rachael Thomas believes in the resourcefulness of Canadians and as the year ends the Conservative Member of Parliament for Lethbridge sees reason for optimism and hope in the future. The year 2022 had many highlights for the MP with the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions which enabled families and friends to gather to celebrate ... Read More »
2 responsesNewsmaker of the Year: Finding solutions for city’s homeless
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 31st, 2022
Throughout the year of 2022 Lethbridge residents have seen a lot, from new electric scooters racing down the streets, hostage situations, and protests blocking off the downtown area. But during it all one group kept coming to the forefront of our minds when consuming news day-in and day-out: Lethbridge’s homeless. From issues of housing and ... Read More »
2 responsesWaterton’s new Kilmorey Lodge rises from the ashes
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on December 31st, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com Thwarted by COVID-19 and mountains of red tape, there were days Lockey Craig wondered whether the Kilmorey Lodge in Waterton Lakes National Park would ever be built. More than 12 years have passed since the iconic lodge burned to the ground, but like a phoenix rising from the ashes, the beloved lodge has returned, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Story of the Year: Coutts blockade exposed deep divisions in Alberta
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on December 31st, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Because of the impact caused on both sides of the international border and across the province, the protest that had the Coutts border shut down back in February became our Story of the Year for 2022. It all started on Jan. 29, when a truck convoy headed down to Coutts to protest the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nikka Yuko hosting traditional New Year’s Eve celebrations
By Lethbridge Herald on December 31st, 2022
Ry Clarke – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden’s Winter Light Festival is a great experience to check out in Lethbridge for those looking to get the full holiday immersion. With twinkling lights decorating almost every surface the sights are breathtaking, creating the perfect holiday moment for everyone to wander through. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Year-In-Review: Top stories from October – December
By Lethbridge Herald on December 30th, 2022
As we all prepare to turn our calendars to the new year, we take time to reflect back on 2022 and examine all the ups and downs, highs and lows and leading stories that graced the pages of The Lethbridge Herald. Visit the following links to see headlines from January-March – April-June – July-September October Coutts protest ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Trudeau giving Quebec a deal on carbon taxes
By Lethbridge Herald on December 30th, 2022
Franco Terrazzano CANADIAN TAXPAYERS FEDERATION All provinces are equal. But one province is a little more equal in the eyes of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Next year, taxpayers in every province will have to pay his government’s mandatory minimum carbon tax rate. Every province but one: Quebec. Quebec started in early on carbon taxes, establishing ... Read More »
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