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Outdoor rink open to public at Festival Square
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on December 15th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The moment many have been waiting for is finally here, the Festival Square ice rink is officially open for residents to enjoy for as long as the weather allows it. On Wednesday, Lethbridge Downtown Business Revitalization Zone (BRZ) executive director Sarah Amies said they conceived the idea of setting up a temporary ice ... Read More »
1 responseThreats, assault net man three months in jail
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on December 15th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 29-year-old man who threatened to stab members of his family in 2019 and violently attacked a woman who was camping southeast of Pincher Creek in 2020, has been sent to jail for three months. Brandon Edward Knife was sentenced Tuesday in Lethbridge provincial court where he pleaded guilty to charges of assault ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Extension ordered for psychiatric assessment in attempted murder case
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on December 15th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 59-year-old Lethbridge man accused of trying to kill a woman during a domestic dispute in September will remain in custody for at least two more months while he completes an assessment at the Southern Alberta Psychiatric Centre in Calgary. The matter for Kien Thanh Lam was in Lethbridge provincial court Wednesday, where ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Trio of new exhibits grace the SAAG
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 15th, 2022
The Southern Alberta Art Gallery is welcoming guests to check out its three new exhibits currently on display until Feb. 11. The Faceless Familiar presents a collection of artists tapping into the broader feelings of unrest in the hidden portions of the psyche, using mediums of collage, animation, ceramics, painting, drawing, and sculpture. Tangled, by ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Public hearings postponed following marathon council meeting
By Lethbridge Herald on December 14th, 2022
Al Beeber – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – abeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Two public hearings into land use amendments requested by the Lethbridge Housing Authority will continue on Jan. 24 in council chambers at City Hall. The bylaw amendments regarding the Castle Apartments and Halmrast Manor seek to change classification of the properties from Downtown Commercial to Direct Control. The purpose is ... Read More »
2 responsesFamily pulls together in wake of terminal cancer diagnosis
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on December 14th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A Lethbridge resident who has raised money for various causes is organizing a fundraiser for five children dealing with their mother’s terminal cancer diagnosis, to provide them with a special Christmas this year. Lethbridge resident Maggie Hall is collecting donations of all kinds for 36-year-old Nobleford resident Amanda Strange’s family. Strange was diagnosed ... Read More »
2 responsesAccused in attempted murder scheduled for appearance
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on December 14th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 59-year-old Lethbridge man accused of trying to kill a woman during a domestic dispute in September is scheduled to return to court today to address the pending completion of a recently ordered psychiatric assessment. The matter for Kien Thanh Lam was in Lethbridge provincial court Tuesday, where defence said the accused was ... Read More »
2 responsesTubaChristmas ready for a brassy take on the holiday season
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 14th, 2022
The Lethbridge Community Band Society is gearing up for its 10th annual TubaChristmas this Saturday at Southminster United Church. Tuba, baritone, sousaphone, and euphonium enthusiasts of all levels will come together to bring holiday cheer to those looking for a break during holiday shopping from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. “TubaChristmas is an international organization ... Read More »
1 responseGrocery chain chips in for food banks with holiday drive
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 14th, 2022
This holiday season food banks across Canada have been experiencing higher volumes of use, and with the cost of living and inflation the aid provided has been in high demand. To help with the influx, Real Canadian Superstore has launched its annual Holiday Food Drive, running until Dec. 24, where local shoppers can help give ... Read More »
1 responseReturn to sender? Warrant issued for accused puppy mailer
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on December 14th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A warrant has been issued for a former southern Alberta woman accused of trying to mail a puppy and kitten through Canada Post more than three years ago. The warrant was issued last week in Lethbridge provincial court, only three days after the accused, Jill Heather Marshall, was released from Alouette Correctional Centre ... Read More »
1 responseAngel Tree Campaign pleads for final big push
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on December 14th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Lethbridge Family Services’ Angel Tree Campaign is in need of community support to be able to bring Christmas magic to their last group of children registered to receive bundles this year. Angel Tree campaign director Michelle Gallucci said they have 502 children left to go and their depot is probably a third full ... Read More »
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