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Mother of assaulted baby to seek bail
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 4th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com The mother accused of failing to provide the necessaries of life for her baby is expected to seek her release from custody later this month. The mother, who can’t be named to protect the identity of the baby girl, is scheduled to have a bail hearing March 14 in Lethbridge provincial court. The ... Read More »
1 responseScholarships celebrate next generation of agricultural leaders
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 4th, 2023
Three students pursuing their careers through post-secondary education will have less financial stress thanks to the Rotary Lethbridge East and its $10,000 Agriculture Scholarship to help support the next generation of agricultural leaders as they pursue their education. Emma Knodel, Nyomi Brobbel, and Makayla Gross were honoured Thursday at the Coast Lethbridge Hotel and Conference ... Read More »
1 responseInvestigation continues into cause of Lethbridge Hotel fire
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 4th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com While authorities still don’t know what caused the fire that destroyed the Lethbridge Hotel last week, demolition of the building and testing of the debris is expected proceed in the coming days. “The cause of the fire is still under investigation,” fire prevention officer Chad Mellafont confirmed Friday during a news conference at ... Read More »
4 responsesCity flag-raising celebrates Alberta Francophonie Month
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 4th, 2023
The Association Canadienne-Française de l’Albert (ACFA) held its annual raising of the Franco-Albertan flag at City Hall this year, a first for the location, kicking off March’s celebration of Alberta Francophonie Month. The event also celebrated the 41st anniversary of the Francophonie flag, and the sixth anniversary of its recognition as the first symbol of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local author hopes to connect with former Broncos
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 4th, 2023
A local author who penned a book about the Lethbridge Broncos is looking to connect with the community about the team and their time in the city. Mark Weninger is the author of The Lethbridge Broncos, an unauthorized history of the team during its decade in the WHL franchise. Published back in September, Weninger has ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Green Shirt Day to continue highlighting importance of organ donation
By Lethbridge Herald on March 3rd, 2023
Cal Braid – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Sometimes tragedy can be a catalyst for change. Sometimes it generates awareness and momentum, creating good out of the worst situation. On April 6, 2018, the Humboldt Broncos team bus was struck by a semi-truck that failed to yield at a Saskatchewan highway intersection. Of the 29 ... Read More »
1 responseNo bail for man charged in record drug bust
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 3rd, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 34-year-old man charged in relation to one of the city’s largest drug busts, hoped to be released from remand custody Thursday, but a judge rejected his bid for freedom. Patrick Rodney, who remains at the Lethbridge Correctional Centre, had a bail hearing Thursday in Lethbridge provincial court, where his lawyer tried, but ... Read More »
1 responseWelcome to the Age of Electric
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on March 3rd, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Welcome to the Age of Electric. With global automakers increasing their introduction of all-electric vehicles, a new era of transportation is quickly emerging. As the impacts of climate change loom large, the polluting internal combustion engine is gradually going the way of the dinosaur whose remains provide their fuel. Since the first electrics ... Read More »
1 responseAg-Expo a one stop shop for both farmers and vendors
By Cal Braid - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 3rd, 2023
The 2023 Ag-Expo at Exhibition Park wrapped up on Thursday and there was a lot to take in. The event was spread throughout the pavilions and looked like a high-end shopping mall for farmers. Agricultural businesses and manufacturers went all out with a variety of eye-catching displays and high-tech dazzle. The exhibits advertised farm equipment, ... Read More »
1 responsePhoto Fusion images capture inspiration
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 3rd, 2023
The Lethbridge Photography Club is calling all shutterbugs to come out to its free Photo Fusion event this Monday and Tuesday at Casa from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. for two evenings of digital shows presented by members, showcasing their pictures to the public. “We have done this for a long time, we used to ... Read More »
1 responseHistorical 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 »
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