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Historical buildings an integral part of community, says LHS
By Troy Bannerman - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 3rd, 2023
The loss of two historical buildings in Lethbridge within a month of each other will have a significant impact on the community and many of its residents, says the vice-president of the Lethbridge Historical Society. Lorien Johansen says many people have emotional ties to the Bow On Tong building and the Lethbridge Hotel, both of ... Read More »
1 responseChamber welcomes Finance Minister for budget speech
By Lethbridge Herald on March 2nd, 2023
Cal Braid – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Finance Minister Travis Toews spoke to a Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce luncheon on Thursday after releasing the province’s 2023 budget this week. His brief visit to Lethbridge gave the Chamber’s CEO, Cyndi Bester, an opportunity to publicly address the favourable developments in the budget. “I always enjoy ... Read More »
3 responsesAg-Expo marking 70 years of farming innovation
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 2nd, 2023
Today is the last day to check out the 2023 Ag-Expo and North American Seed Fair currently on at the Lethbridge and District Exhibition. This year the Ag-Expo was presented by Farm Credit Canada, showcasing nearly 300 exhibitors. The show brings exhibitors from across the globe to gather in Lethbridge to check out the top ... Read More »
1 responseASBG receive funding for marketing strategies
By Trevor Busch - SOUTHERN ALBERTA NEWSPAPERS on March 2nd, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDeditor@tabertimes.com As part of a major federal investment announced recently for southern Alberta through Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), the Alberta Sugar Beet Growers (ASBG) have received nearly a quarter of a million dollars to evaluate new market opportunities for sugar production. Through the federal government’s Regional Innovations Ecosystems (RIE) program, the ASBG received ... Read More »
1 responseRiver Ridge residents oppose nearby supportive housing units
By Cal Braid - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 2nd, 2023
Some residents and board members of the River Ridge condominium complex are pushing back against further rezoning and development at the Castle Apartments. The apartments, located at 221-2 Ave S, are one block east of the River Ridge community and run by the Lethbridge Housing Authority (LHA). The LHA offers supportive housing units in the ... Read More »
14 responsesFormer Lethbridge psychiatrist charged with sexual assault
By Lethbridge Herald on March 2nd, 2023
Lethbridge Police have charged a former Lethbridge psychiatrist with the sexual assault of a patient. A Canada-wide warrant has been issued for the arrest of Duane Bevans, 77, of Provo, Utah. In 2020 the Lethbridge Police Service took carriage of an historic sexual assault investigation after a female reported that she had been sexually assaulted ... Read More »
1 responsePlay in the workplace reduces stress
By Troy Bannerman - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 2nd, 2023
Matt Leung believes a person is never too old to play. Leung, who was the keynote speaker during a Play Summit at the Lethbridge Public Library on Tuesday, encourages play, and stresses the importance of adopting play in the workplace. “I specialize in talking about the importance of play,” Leung said during the Summit. “Not ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!School divisions celebrate funds for new school projects
By Lethbridge Herald on March 1st, 2023
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – apulido@lethbridgeherald.com With the provincial budget 2023 announcement, both Lethbridge school divisions had something to celebrate. A new westside elementary school for the Holy Spirit Catholic School Division and the modernization of Galbraith Elementary School in the Lethbridge School Division. The Holy Spirit Catholic School Division board of trustees chair Carmen Mombourquette ... Read More »
1 responseCity lab services under new management
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 1st, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Community lab services in Lethbridge, Brooks and Medicine Hat have transitioned from Alberta Precision Laboratories (APL) to DynaLIFE Medical Labs.Ă‚Â Ă‚Â Alberta Health Services, APL and DynaLIFE said in a joint news release that the change, implemented in large urban centres across the province that have alternate community lab locations to serve clients, is ... Read More »
1 responsePhillips says budget comes up short for Lethbridge, aimed at buying votes
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 1st, 2023
Alberta’s budget promises to strengthen the economy and improve fiscal responsibility, but the NDP’s finance critic is skeptical and says the government is only trying to buy votes. “This is a fraudulent budget designed to buy votes ahead of the election and then spraying those costs onto Albertans after the polls close,” said Shannon Phillips, ... Read More »
9 responsesBarons’ Agriculture Day celebrates producers
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on March 1st, 2023
Barons and District Agricultural Society celebrated everything agriculture during its annual Celebrate Canada’s Agriculture Day on Saturday. The Agricultural Society has been celebrating this day since 2017 when it was established nationally, although the society had to forgo the event in 2021 because of the pandemic. The celebration recognizes the agriculture industry and helps consumers ... Read More »
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