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Man changes pleas after charges read
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on September 13th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A southern Alberta man who pleaded guilty to several criminal offences, changed his mind after he heard the allegations read in court. Jonathan Russell Dyck pleaded guilty Monday in Lethbridge court of justice to charges of assault with a weapon, mischief causing damage and breach of release conditions. However, after details of the ... Read More »
1 responseLethbridge College ready to celebrate Coulee Fest
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on September 13th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Lethbridge College is ready to open its doors to members of the community to enjoy their fifth annual Coulee Fest Saturday with a bigger and better event for the whole family. Manager of alumni and engagement, Stephanie Savage spoke to the Herald Tuesday and said the college could not be more excited about ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City expanding public mural program
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on September 13th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The City of Lethbridge Public Art Program is seeking Expressions of Interest from building owners and artists throughout Lethbridge that are interested in installing a mural on a high-visibility exterior wall across the city. Executive Director of the Allied Arts Council of Lethbridge, Jana MacKenzie spoke to the Herald Tuesday and said the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New effort being made for bail before assault, shooting trial
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on September 13th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 41-year-old Lethbridge man who was denied bail last April in relation to an assault and shooting earlier this year, will make another attempt to gain his freedom while he waits to stand trial. Robert Duane Vincent was denied bail on April 21, despite assurances by his lawyer he could safely be released ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Crown waiting for clarification before sharing disclosure in gym coach case
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on September 13th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com The lawyer for a former Lethbridge gymnastics coach accused of sexually assaulting several young girls, is still waiting to receive disclosure from the Crown’s office. Calgary lawyer Kirsten Lancee will have to wait in line, however. During a hearing Monday in Lethbridge Court of King’s Bench, Lancee said she has yet to receive ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Coaldale begins work on outdoor gathering space
By Erika Mathieu SOUTHERN ALBERTA NEWSPAPERS ssnews@sunnysouthnews.com on September 13th, 2023
The Town of Coaldale has broken ground on Phase 3 of the Civic Square project. Monday’s groundbreaking ceremony marks the start of construction of the highly anticipated year-round outdoor gathering space which will be located on the vacant land behind the Town’s recently completed Civic Square Building. Upon completion, the outdoor gathering place will function ... Read More »
1 responseEmergency responders face high stress on the job
By Lethbridge Herald on September 13th, 2023
Steffanie Costigan – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Nobody knows when an emergency is going to happen, but when one does, we rely on emergency responders to assist. It’s hard to imagine the sights first responders see on a daily basis here and elsewhere. Lethbridge Fire & Emergency Services Deputy Chief of Safety, Health and ... Read More »
2 responsesWeekend Oktoberfest quenches thirst for fun
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on September 12th, 2023
Plenty of beer, bratwursts and schnitzel were consumed during the annual Oktoberfest YQL on Saturday at Festival Square. Jeff Saylor was enjoying the fest with friends and his girlfriend. “Beers, the brats, the bros,” said Saylor, on why he attended. “We love Oktoberfest. It’s a festival of family, of fun, German culture. Yeah it’s refreshing ... Read More »
1 responseClassic car show supports food bank
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on September 12th, 2023
Sixty cars of different models rolled into the Logic Lumber Classic Car Museum yard for the 15th annual Rob Dixon Memorial Car Show on Saturday. The car show’s proceeds from the silent auction, car registration, 50/50 and raffle went to the Lethbridge Interfaith Food Bank. “Tom Dixon was a huge car fanatic, loved his old ... Read More »
1 responseDeath makes for lively theme Casa exhibit opening
By Theodora MacLeod - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on September 12th, 2023
As foliage begins its visible descent into decay and animals prepare for hibernation, the once lively excitement of growth in Spring and Summer has shifted into anticipation of nature’s death in the chilling months of Autumn. But as Saturday’s Waking Death gallery opening at Casa has shown, death mustn’t always be a morose, fear-filled affair. ... Read More »
1 responseDance show tells stories of residential school survivors
By Theodora MacLeod - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on September 12th, 2023
Theodora Macleod Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The music of Peter Gabriel and Writing-On-Stone provincial park may not seem to have much in common, but for Deanne Bertsch they were sources of inspiration that led to a student dance production that has performed over 300 times across western Canada. Named in honour of the Peter Gabriel ... Read More »
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