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Albertans urged to contact police if they suspect hate crimes
By Justin Sibbet - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 24th, 2023
Whether it be an offence like vandalism or a verbal assault like uttering of threats, police say hate crimes are becoming more common in Alberta. Provincial RCMP say the increase in hate incidents include everything from defacing murals to protests getting out of hand. Alberta RCMP media relations manager, Fraser Logan, says people should come ... Read More »
1 responsePharmacist recognized nationally for his efforts to help patients
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on June 24th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A local pharmacist has been recognized nationally for his innovative and creative ways of helping his patients with specialized custom dosage forms called compounding. Igor Shaskin, pharmacist and co-owner of Stafford Pharmacy Home Healthcare, says the award is an annual award given to a Canadian pharmacist involved in compounding. “The award was given ... Read More »
1 responseLobsterfest goes ahead with silent auction despite cancellation of event
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on June 24th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Cancelling the Lethbridge Rotary Lobsterfest last month was a hard decision to make for committee members, but they are not giving up on their silent auction. Auction committee member Kimberlee Davis, said the annual fundraising event has been taking place for 18 years, but it had to be cancelled this year because of ... Read More »
1 responseCharges stayed against men charged with drug smuggling
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on June 24th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A Calgary resident who was accused of importing 300 kilograms of methamphetamine into Alberta from the U.S., is no longer facing charges. Paramjit Laroyia, 49, was charged with importing narcotics and drug possession for the purpose of trafficking under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, and smuggling under the Customs Act, but the ... Read More »
1 responseFather pleads guilty to assault of baby girl
By Lethbridge Herald on June 24th, 2023
Delon Shurtz – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – dshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A father who repeatedly assaulted his young baby, could be sent to prison for seven years if a judge accepts the recommendation of his lawyer and the Crown prosecutor. The father, who can’t be named to protect the identity of the baby girl, pleaded guilty Friday in Lethbridge court of justice ... Read More »
1 responseResidents encouraged to stuff the bus today at YMCA
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 23rd, 2023
School may be just about over for the summer for most students, but the Cor Van Raay YMCA still wants to stuff a bus, just not with students. The YMCA is inviting the public to to support the Stuff the Bus campaign, which collects backpacks, school supplies, clothing and food for families that may be ... Read More »
1 response‘Oops Taggers’ ensure green cart program runs smoothly
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on June 23rd, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com After only one month of operation, the city is already touting the success of the curbside organics collection program. James Nicholls, collections manager of the waste and environment department, said Thursday about 85 per cent of residents are participating so far. “We’ve already diverted over 1,300 tons of curbside organics waste from the ... Read More »
1 responseNDP seeking all-party committee to address homelessness
By Justin Sibbet - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 23rd, 2023
Homelessness is on the rise in Lethbridge and the provincial government is being urged to put an end to the crisis. According to a 2022 report by HomelessHub, over 450 people in Lethbridge are experiencing some degree of homelessness. NDP MLA for Lethbridge-West, Shannon Phillips, has called on the UCP government to make several changes ... Read More »
8 responsesLPS balance public awareness and safety with integrity of investigation
By Justin Sibbet - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 23rd, 2023
Information has been scarce regarding a suspected kidnapper at large in Lethbridge following a two-month investigation. However, the public’s desire to become aware of potential criminals on the loose can sometimes conflict with the police necessity to investigate with a low profile. On April 23, a 72-year-old woman was kidnapped by a man claiming to ... Read More »
1 responseDragon boats set to race at Henderson Lake this weekend
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 23rd, 2023
The Dragonboat Association of Southern Alberta (DASA) is swiftly paddling in preparation for the annual ATB Financial Lethbridge Rotary Dragon Boat Festival this weekend at Henderson Lake Park. Sixty seven teams are set to compete in this year’s dragon boat festival, including eight beginner teams. Karen Johnson, DASA race chairperson and head coach, said there’s ... Read More »
1 responseCity reminding residents about hazardous waste disposal after fire in garbage truck
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on June 23rd, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The City of Lethbridge is reminding residents not to put hazardous materials in any of the collection carts, following a recent fire in one of the garbage trucks. “Our waste collection, our garbage collection truck, was out on route and as they were collecting a black cart, (the driver) heard a large thump,” ... Read More »
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