Local News
Job seekers connect with employers at Lethbridge Career Fair
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on November 24th, 2022
The Coast Lethbridge Hotel and Conference Centre opened its doors to the job market with a Career Fair on Tuesday. The Lethbridge Career Fair welcomed specialists in employment, career development, training, and education across Alberta with booths available for those interested in exploring their job options. Welcoming companies like Ability Employment, Southland Trailer Corp, and ... Read More »
3 responsesOpokaa’sin teams with Sage Clan for winter clothing drive
By Cal Braid - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on November 24th, 2022
The Opokaa’sin Early Intervention Society is hosting a clothing drive in partnership with the Sage Clan, a local community group that connects with people at the street level. Opokaa’sin offers services for the Indigenous community that include early learning, licensed childcare, family preservation, and a family resource network. The society has been in operation since ... Read More »
1 responseTry a Trade program immersing students in hands-on experience
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on November 24th, 2022
Lethbridge Fire Department Station 4 welcomed students from across multiple divisions to its facility recently to take part in the Try a Trade program. The program came about with collaboration from Lethbridge School Division, Holy Spirit Catholic School Division, Coaldale Christian School, Horizon School Division, and Palliser School Division, offering students a snapshot look into ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bowman should remain community resource, says Lethbridge Historical Society
By Troy Bannerman - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on November 24th, 2022
Lorien Johansen is the vice president of the Lethbridge Historical Society (LHS), and she is passionate about saving the Bowman Building located downtown across from the library and preserving its heritage as an educational institution and community resource. “The Bowman building was officially opened in, I don’t want to quote you an exact date, but ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local family’s Christmas campaign lights up help for those in need
By Lethbridge Herald on November 23rd, 2022
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – apulido@lethbridgeherald.com Once again a Lethbridge family is lighting up their neighbourhood and is sharing their Christmas spirit in hopes to inspire the community to donate food and toys for those in need. The Caldwell family will be hosting their Christmas with the Caldwells kick off party on Sunday from 5 to ... Read More »
3 responsesLions Club makes illuminating donation for the visually impaired
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on November 23rd, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A donation from the Picture Butte Lions Club will be making a difference for University of Lethbridge students with visual impairments. The Lions Club is hoping the $50,000 donation will provide a new opportunity for students who dream of pursuing an education, but might have more barriers to knock down than others. “The ... Read More »
1 responseLethbridge’s ‘weird weather’ can be tough on trees
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on November 23rd, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com The potential impact of a late fall and sudden freeze on trees here may not be known until next spring. Lindsay Bell, an urban forestry technician with the City of Lethbridge, says with southern Alberta getting so many chinooks, it’s hard to tell if there will be a die-off of some species. “Lethbridge ... Read More »
1 responsePandemic wave of pet abandonments impacting local shelter
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on November 23rd, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com The Lethbridge Animal Shelter is facing an overcrowding situation thanks to pets not being claimed by their owners. Because of the situation, the shelter has immediately suspended pet surrender intakes. It is instead introducing a mandated intake system, which the shelter says has been adopted by animal care facilities across North America. The ... Read More »
1 responseKainai rep takes position on provincial advisory committee
By Troy Bannerman - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on November 23rd, 2022
Tyler Oka of Kainai Community Corrections was recently appointed to the province’s Public Security Indigenous Advisory Committee. This is an honour that he is very qualified and passionate for, with Oka working with policing and corrections organizations since 2009. Troubling statistics involving Indigenous incarceration rates in Canada solidified Oka’s desire to work in corrections. “It ... Read More »
1 responseShop of Wonders opens doors wide for holiday season
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on November 23rd, 2022
The MyCityCare Team has transformed the location of 1602 3rd Avenue South into a magical toy store for families in need this holiday season. With a ribbon cutting by Mayor Blaine Hyggen Monday night, the Shop of Wonders is now open for families in need to shop for free with their loved ones this holiday ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City preparing for major overhaul of land use bylaw
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on November 23rd, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com The City of Lethbridge could soon be spending more than $1 million on a comprehensive review of its land use bylaw. If city council approves the 2023-26 budget at its Nov. 29 council meeting – which it is expected to do – then a three-year initiative will begin in 2023. The initiative calls ... Read More »
2 responses
