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Taber RCMP assist in escaped ostrich roundup
By Trevor Busch - Lethbridge Herald on November 25th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDtbusch@lethbridgeherald.com The Mounties always get their man – or bird, as the case may be. The Corn Capital of Canada suffered an avian invasion on Thursday morning after 20 ostriches escaped from an enclosure prompting law enforcement to lend a hand in corralling the flightless birds. According to a release from the Taber-Vauxhall RCMP ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Castle Mountain offering ‘sneak peek’ this weekend
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on November 25th, 2022
Castle Mountain Resort along the southern slopes of the Rocky Mountains is announcing the earliest opening they have had in modern history, with a sneak-peek this weekend Nov. 26 – 27 followed by an official opening day on Friday, Dec. 2. “We will be open this weekend for what we are calling our ‘sneak peek’. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MLA Phillips responds to fiscal update
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on November 25th, 2022
Alberta workers have the second slowest wage growth in Canada, according to information highlighted in a press conference on Thursday with Lethbridge West MLA Shannon Phillips. According to new data from Statistics Canada, Alberta’s average weekly earnings have grown by 2.6 per cent, just ahead of Prince Edward Island at 2.4 per cent. During the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City man fined nearly $2,000 for possessing firearm without license
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on November 25th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A Lethbridge man was fined nearly $2,000 after he was caught with a stolen handgun early last year. On March 22, 2021 a city resident told police one of his firearms had disappeared and police began an investigation, during which they learned from a third party that Gage Eresman had been showing his ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Christmas at Casa another success
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on November 25th, 2022
The ninth annual Christmas at Casa had market goers in the festive spirit. The market’s focus was to expose the many local artisans that packed both floors of the downtown building and to showcase the facility. On top of vendors, live musicians were hired and all types of artistic practices were supported. “I just think ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Supporters march against domestic violence
By Lethbridge Herald on November 24th, 2022
Ry Clarke – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Kainai Womenâs Wellness Lodge hosted its annual âWalk In Her Shoesâ event, bringing awareness to domestic violence on Thursday at the multi-purpose building in Standoff. The group marched with the Blood Tribe Police Service and Fire/EMS crews, who wore heels in a sign of solidarity for ... Read More »
1 responseMayor’s hockey challenge putting hunger on ice
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on November 24th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com The second annual Mayor’s Community Hockey Challenge on Sunday is targeting not only the back of the net but most importantly, hunger in the city. The charity hockey game is a fundraiser for local food banks to help them meet the growing need for their services. Mayor Blaine Hyggen’s first challenge last year ... Read More »
1 responseNot guilty plea tendered for Taser incident
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on November 24th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 39-year-old Lethbridge man accused of shooting another man with a taser and BB gun has pleaded not guilty to several charges. Clayton Wayne Jordan, who was represented Monday in Lethbridge provincial court by Calgary lawyer Shaun Leochko, elected to be tried by a provincial court judge and pleaded not guilty to charges ... Read More »
1 responseChristmas Market showcases work of Indigenous artisans
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on November 24th, 2022
Lethbridge Public Library hosted its second Indigenous Artisans Christmas Market this past weekend. Local Indigenous artisans, businesses and creators sold creations that have traditional significance and it was an opportunity for them to share their knowledge and culture with the public. “And in hopes of letting people come in and support local entrepreneurs and hopefully ... Read More »
2 responsesJob 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 »
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