By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on June 20th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 37-year-old man accused of firing a gun in the Town of Coaldale and then again at a motorist, insists he’s crazy and should have a psychiatric assessment. “I do drywall by myself and talk crazy to the walls,” Danial Mark Ferguson told a judge Friday in Lethbridge court of justice. “Everyone thinks ... Read More »
1 responseBy Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on June 20th, 2023
There was no shortage of vendors or shoppers at the second Lethbridge Farmers’ Market of the year Saturday at Exhibition Park’s North Pavilion. And it’s the first year for one of those vendors, Linda Wright, who promoted her Mini G Micros. “We grow fresh local micro greens,” said Wright. We’re trying to basically make everyone ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By Lethbridge Herald on June 19th, 2023
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – apulido@lethbridgeherald.com The University of Lethbridge raised its Progress Pride Flag Monday during a ceremony that also revealed even additional support for 2SLGBTQ+ students. U of L Alumni Kurt Schlachter announced during the ceremony that him and his partner Jason VandenHoek have established the VandenHoek Schlachter Pride Fund, a $200,000 endowment to ... Read More »
1 responseBy Lethbridge Herald on June 17th, 2023
Justin Sibbet LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER They are humbly seen every day on the roads as they keep the world moving, but sometimes a little bit of showmanship is required to declare the best truckers of them all. The Alberta Motor Transport Association held its annual truck rodeo just south of Edmonton on June 10. ... Read More »
1 responseBy Lethbridge Herald on June 17th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALD The Lethbridge Community Band Society is staging its final concert for the 2022-2023 season entitled âA Fatherâs Day Finale in the Key of Fâ today. There will be a community reception beginning at 5:30 p.m. with the musical program following at 7 p.m. at the College Drive Community Church, 2710 College Drive S. ... Read More »
1 responseBy Lethbridge Herald on June 17th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALD Alberta Health Services has rescinded its continuous masking requirements effective Monday. AHS made the announcement Thursday. The health department said in a release that masking will no longer be required at all AHS facilities including continuous care and contracted sites. âThis applies to all patients, families, and visitors at AHS facilities, as well ... Read More »
4 responsesBy Lethbridge Herald on June 17th, 2023
JUSTIN SIBBET LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER Southern Alberta has rapidly shifted its weather in recent days and this constant uncertainty requires farmers to be on top of their game at all times. Farming Smarter, an agricultural research organization, held an educational âfield schoolâ event on Thursday with presentations from several individuals knowledgeable about their field. ... Read More »
1 responseBy Lethbridge Herald on June 17th, 2023
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman LETHBRIDGE HERALD The grand re-opening of a local gas station provided an opportunity for the Jack Ady Cancer Society to receive donations while taking part of the celebrations. President of Gas King Oil Co Ltd, Brent Morris said it was time to do some renovations in their flagship location located at 213 N ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By Lethbridge Herald on June 17th, 2023
Delon Shurtz Lethbridge Herald A Lethbridge man who pleaded guilty to several criminal offences, including three charges of drug possession for the purpose of trafficking, has been sent to a federal penitentiary. Kody Abraham Martens received a 31-month prison sentence Thursday in Lethbridge court of justice, where he also pleaded guilty to charges of resisting ... Read More »
1 responseBy Lethbridge Herald on June 16th, 2023
Delon Shurtz Lethbridge Herald A woman who feared authorities would take her baby if she told them her husband was assaulting the child, could be sentenced when she returns to court in a couple of months. The mother, who canât be named to protect the identity of the baby girl, pleaded guilty Friday in Lethbridge ... Read More »
2 responsesBy Lethbridge Herald on June 16th, 2023
Justin Sibbet LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER June is widely recognized as Pride month, so the Galt Museum and Archives has lined up several events throughout the month. One such event was a history lesson and bracelet making activity, hosted on Thursday by Galt community program coordinator, Kristin Krein. This was the third time she ran ... Read More »
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