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Murder charge returns for bail hearing Wednesday
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on July 12th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com One of several people charged in relation to a one-year-old murder case, who has not yet had a bail hearing, returns to court Wednesday. Edward Goodrich, 51, is charged with accessory after the fact to murder and interfering with a dead body in relation to the death of Lane Tailfeathers of Fort Macleod, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Service organizations already planning for big Christmas needs
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on July 12th, 2022
The Norland Historic Estate was the site of the inaugural Lethbridge version of the Teddy Bear Picnic fundraiser on Sunday. The Picnic acted as fundraiser for Christmas Hope toy agencies including the Lethbridge Family Services’ Angel Tree, Salvation Army and Shop of Wonders. “And what we’re asking is families come and they buy a ticket ... Read More »
1 responseFestival injects Latin flavour into city
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on July 12th, 2022
The Southern Alberta Ethnic Association presented a festive Latin Fest at the Multicultural Centre on Saturday. Attendees could enjoy bands, live music, dancing, Latin food and drinks and children’s entertainment all afternoon and into the evening. “Latin Fest is an opportunity for Latin people in our community to celebrate Latin culture with music, dance, food ... Read More »
1 responseCity provides tips to tackle sweltering temps
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on July 12th, 2022
The City of Lethbridge is sharing tips to help residents stay safe with temperatures forecast to reach the mid 30s for the week. July in Lethbridge often sees the highest temperatures, helping residents work on their tan while getting out and enjoying the city. But the importance of safety during heat waves is being stressed ... Read More »
1 responseRubber hits the road over Street Machine Weekend
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on July 12th, 2022
Whether it was engines revving or tires smoking, several cars put on a show at the 100 Foot Dash during the Street Machine Weekend at the Exhibition Grandstand. Street Wheelers focuses on hosting safe events for car enthusiasts throughout the year and this weekend kicked off with a drive-in movie on Thursday, a cruise on ... Read More »
1 responseFurther adjournment in Pincher Creek homicide
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on July 12th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A 27-year-old woman who was recently denied bail while her matters made their way through court, will be back in court next month. Calgary lawyer John Oman appeared Monday in Lethbridge Court of Queen’s Bench for Melissa Martens-Lagasse, who is charged with first-degree murder and causing an indignity to a human body, after ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Homeless encampment shooting suspect arrested
By Lethbridge Herald on July 11th, 2022
Ry Clarke – Lethbridge Herald – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Police have arrested a suspect in connection with a shooting Sunday night near the 500 block of Stafford Drive South resulting in a non-life-threatening injury to a 33-year-old man. At around 8 p.m. police responded to a report of gunfire near the encampment, finding a man with ... Read More »
6 responsesTwo accused in Coutts case may soon have charges resolved
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on July 9th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com At least two of several people arrested in relation to the protest at the Coutts border in January and February are close to resolving their matters. During a brief hearing Friday in Lethbridge provincial court, Crown Prosecutor Stephen Johnston said charges of mischief and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose against ... Read More »
1 responseCity dancer earns scholarship to Royal Winnipeg Ballet
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on July 9th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A local ballet dancer has received a scholarship to participate in a summer session at the prestigious Royal Winnipeg Ballet for the month of July. “It’s a serious scholarship that really recognizes Canadians across the country, and for us it’s a way to recruit the best of each province,” said Stephane Leonard, school ... Read More »
1 responseCouncil approves free bus passes for refugees
By City of Lethbridge on July 9th, 2022
Refugees coming to Lethbridge this year will be welcomed with a ticket to ride as they settle into the community. On Tuesday, Lethbridge City Council voted unanimously to direct Administration to extend the Recreation and Culture Fee Assistance Program to include the provision of free bus passes for a six-month period for any new refugees ... Read More »
1 responseBrothers hoping to serve sentences together in same federal prison
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on July 9th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com Two brothers sentenced to prison terms for unrelated offences hope they can serve their sentences together in the same federal penitentiary. Tresor Nkuba, 28, was sentenced Wednesday in Lethbridge provincial court to two years in a federal prison after he pleaded guilty to robbery, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, and ... Read More »
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