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Assumptions about disabled need to be challenged
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 20th, 2022
Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs heard Thursday from speaker Marie Moyer, assistant coordinator with the L’Arche Lethbridge, on the ongoing quest for belonging amongst people with intellectual disabilities. Outlining the mission of L’Arche, Moyer shared personal stories of people she has worked with, and the struggles those with intellectual disabilities face in today’s world. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Murder suspect undergoing psychological assessment
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on December 20th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A Lethbridge man charged with second-degree murder will remain in custody at the Calgary Remand Centre while he continues to undergo a psychological assessment. Jade Levi Trotter is being assessed at the Southern Alberta Forensic Psychiatry Centre in Calgary to determine whether there are grounds to believe he was, at the time of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Food rescue group desperate for distribution funding
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 20th, 2022
A non-profit food rescue based in Fort Macleod is asking for help from the community as it struggles to keep its doors open into the new year. Alberta Food Rescue and Distribution, formerly known as Calgary Family Peer Connections, rescues and distributes food focused on large quantity supports with communities, agencies, and organizations to provide ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Domesticated Divas partnering with local schools for fundraising events
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on December 20th, 2022
LCI in conjunction with Domesticated Divas Events hosted its Holiday Market to fundraise for the band and drama programs on Saturday. There were 60 vendors on hand, including a couple of student-led tables. “We’ve paired up with the LCI band and also the drama department to help raise funds for the programs that they need ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!LPS respond to Police Act amendments
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on December 20th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com In December an amendment to the Police Act was proposed after 34 years to improve public confidence, reduce barriers for Albertans and see complaints resolved more quickly. The Police Amendment Act 2022 (Bill 6) was passed in the Legislature and received Royal Assent on Dec. 15. Lethbridge Police Service Chief Shahin Mehdizadeh said ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Daughter raising awareness after local seniors victimized in Bitcoin scam
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on December 20th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The daughter of a Lethbridge senior couple who recently became victims of a scam that cost them over $10,000 is sharing their story in hopes to create awareness for others. It all began while Dana Allison’s parents were on a website trying to download a book, when they noticed a pop-up screen prompting ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Performers braving frigid temps for Live Nativity
By Lethbridge Herald on December 19th, 2022
Justin Seward – LETHBRIDGE HERALD Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints will be re-enacting their annual Live Nativity with live animals over three days this week. The 12-and-a-half minute long Live Nativity is a re-enactment of the birth of Jesus Christ as scripted in the Bible. Cory Livingstone, Live Nativity organizer, said, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Christmas Hope calls for last-minute toy donations
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 17th, 2022
Christmas Hope, a local interagency service group that strives to bring hope and joy to every family in need over the holidays is hoping Lethbridge residents can dig a little deeper in the lead up to the big day. According to their website, “The partnership is comprised of the Interfaith Food Bank, Lethbridge Food Bank, ... Read More »
2 responsesExchanging city nights for festive lights down home on the farm
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 17th, 2022
The Lethbridge Corn Maze is opening its doors for a festive Christmas on the Farm this month. Guests can come down to 104051 Range Rd 224, northwest of Diamond City, for hayrides, bonfires, and more. Owner Theo Slingerland has created a holiday experience for those looking to escape the city for a festive prairie getaway. ... Read More »
2 responsesLocal strategies key to reducing impaired driving: IDCC
By Troy Bannerman - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 17th, 2022
The Impaired Driving Coalition of Canada (IDCC) has been organized by the Traffic Injury Research Foundation (TIRF) to share research and information with its partners, fellow researchers, and local communities to raise awareness and create tools and strategies to improve road safety and create safer communities. “The IDCC is really to raise awareness of the ... Read More »
3 responsesLethbridge County passes 2023 interim budget
By Erika Mathieu SOUTHERN ALBERTA NEWSPAPERS ssnews@sunnysouthnews.com on December 17th, 2022
Lethbridge County Council has passed the 2023 interim capital and operating budgets. Rate payers will see a 5.125 per cent tax support increase in 2023 over 2022, which is estimated to be a 4.034 per cent increase after projected growth in the County. Following the Nov. 29 meeting which covered tax supports, administration recommended the five per ... Read More »
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