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Seniors learning kayak skills through Nord-Bridge initiative
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on July 20th, 2022
Seniors from the Nord-Bridge Seniors Centre began their first of four kayaking lessons recently at Park Lake. The lessons are being provided by High Level Canoes and Kayaks and it’s the first program of its kind being offered from both organizations. “We had one of our co-workers suggest it because she loves to go kayaking ... Read More »
1 responseWaterton officially opens new visitor centre
By Lethbridge Herald on July 19th, 2022
Ry Clarke – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Waterton Lakes National Park celebrated the official opening of its new visitor centre Tuesday with a ceremonial planting of white bark pine trees, joined by the Kainai and Piikani Nations. Although the Centre opened back in February, the event served as a ceremonial thank you to those ... Read More »
3 responsesGoldfish derbies targeting invasive species in the city
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on July 19th, 2022
The City of Lethbridge hosted a Goldfish Fishing Derby at Firelight Pond for the public on Saturday. The derby allowed the public to learn about the invasive species of goldfish in the city’s storm water ponds and attendees could cast a line in hopes of catching one to help lessen the population of the goldfish ... Read More »
1 responseInterfaith Food Bank launches back-to-school campaign
By Lethbridge Herald on July 19th, 2022
The Interfaith Food Bank is helping families prepare for back to school this summer with the annual Ready Set Go! Fair in partnership with My City Care’s Stuff the Bus, aiming to help prepare families with the necessary supplies children need for returning to school. Working with community agencies and local school district the Fair ... Read More »
1 responseReport shows tenant confidence on the rise in Lethbridge
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on July 19th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Longer lease terms are showing an increase in office tenants’ confidence across the city, according to a recent Avison Young Lethbridge Office Market Insights report. The report states that due to the COVID-19 pandemic the need for flexible work, co-working spaces, worker’s health and wellbeing, and a better office life for the future ... Read More »
1 responseWalk to Breathe organizer calling for support
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on July 19th, 2022
After two years, 840 kilometres and raising nearly $100,000, the 2022 version of the Walk to Breathe has been forced to change and the organizer is calling for Albertans to keep the event alive. Edmonton’s Chris Sadleir, who is the heart and soul of the event, received a doctor’s recommendation of sitting out the 2022 ... Read More »
2 responsesBail denied for man accused in Coutts conspiracy
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on July 19th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Bail for the remaining individual accused of conspiring to kill RCMP officers during the protest at the Coutts border in January and February, has been denied. Court of Queen’s Bench Justice Johnna Kubik ruled in Lethbridge court Monday that Jerry Morin must remain in custody until his trial. The trial is set to ... Read More »
2 responsesLocal fruit farm featured in Amazing Race episode
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on July 19th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com They don’t know for sure who recommended them but the owners of CR Fruit Farm are thrilled the producers of “The Amazing Race” Canada asked them to be part of the reality TV series. Jim Luco and wife Toni Frieburg run the U-pick fruit and vegetable farm on Highway 508 just minutes southeast ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Galt has a hot summer line-up
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on July 19th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com With summer well underway, there are still plenty of activities to be enjoyed around the city. Fort Whoop-Up and the Galt Museum have multiple options for those looking for something to do. “During the summer time we like to do a lot of tours and experiences, just to take advantage of the weather,” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Marksmen hone skills at weekend black powder shoot
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on July 19th, 2022
The Fort Whoop-Up Black Powder Club hosted a Black Powder Cartridge Rifle silhouette shoot over the weekend. Shooters were using an old 1800s Buffalo Rifle with black powder cartridges that were loaded with cast bullets to shoot 500 metres at cut-out animal silhouettes. “So they’re able to knock down our steel targets at that range,” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Kainai powwow celebration returns
By Lethbridge Herald on July 18th, 2022
Justin Seward – LETHBRIDGE HERALD Red Crow Park in Standoff was the site for the Kainai Powwow and Celebration all weekend long. The event returned for the first time since 2019 and the committee welcomed back friends, relatives and neighbours to partake in the community’s biggest celebration that included rodeo, stick games, Indian relay races, a ... Read More »
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