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Phillips gets five years in fatal Coalhurst collision case
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 11th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A southern Alberta man who slammed into a vehicle more than three years ago, killing the elderly driver, has been sentenced to five years in a federal penitentiary. Wesley Brian Phillips was sentenced this week in Lethbridge Court of King’s Bench, where he pleaded guilty to one count of failing to provide a ... Read More »
1 responseJuno Awards honouring Ron Sakamoto
By Lethbridge Herald on March 10th, 2023
Al Beeber – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – abeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Nobody believed Ron Sakamoto could establish a successful career as a music promoter based in Lethbridge. It’s too small, the doubters said. It’s too far away from major centers. But Sakamoto had faith in himself and he has proved the naysayers wrong in a lengthy career in which he’s worked ... Read More »
1 responseYWCA recognizes women of distinction
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 10th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The 47th Annual YWCA Women of Distinction Awards on Wednesday recognized six women for their contributions to the community in different ways and this year a couple of changes were announced. The YWCA Women of Distinction awards recognize those women who through their own initiative, ability, and effort, have made exemplary achievements in ... Read More »
1 responseAlberta Party leader discusses platform at SACPA
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 10th, 2023
The Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs hosted the leader of the Alberta Party Barry Morishita on Friday. Morishita spoke aboutthe party’s platform and if Albertans are ready to move on from governance by the NDP and UCP. He also discussed issues with the two dominating parties and how conflict has led to more issues ... Read More »
1 responseConference aims to empower Blackfoot women
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 10th, 2023
Lethbridge was host this week to numerous events highlighting Indigenous culture and women’s empowerment. The University of Lethbridge held its annual Indigenous Awareness Week on campus from Monday to Friday, highlighting the heritage and impact of Indigenous peoples. On Wednesday , the city celebrated International Women’s Day with a Women’s Day breakfast held by the ... Read More »
1 responseCCH raises the curtain on ‘The Addams Family’
By Troy Bannerman - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 10th, 2023
Braden Dalton is excited about the work his students at Catholic Central High School have put into their production of “The Addams Family.” The production opens today and runs through March 18. Art students designed and created the incredible background and backdrops, and the performers have been working on their roles since October 2022. Dalton ... Read More »
1 responseHot sauce expo set for celebration of spicy
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 10th, 2023
A local Lethbridge business is looking to bring a little extra heat to the city this weekend, helping melt the ice and tastebuds with its event. Heating up the Prairies will be taking place Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the Lethbridge Exhibition. Hosted by Beyond Hot, vendors will be coming from all ... Read More »
1 responseCommission says Mehdizadeh right leader for future of LPS
By Lethbridge Herald on March 9th, 2023
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – apulido@lethbridgeherald.com The Lethbridge Police Commission has extended the contract of Lethbridge Police Service chief Shahin Mehdizadeh for an additional three years. Police commission chair Dawna Coslovi said Thursday the commission wanted to have continuity after many positive changes had taken place within the LPS. “We have a new four-year budget and ... Read More »
1 responseAssessment could be challenged when hostage case returns to court
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 9th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com The results of a psychological assessment, ordered last year for a Lethbridge woman charged with attempted murder, may be disputed when the matter returns to court later this month. The case against Courtney Louise Shaw was in Lethbridge provincial court this week, where an agent for the accused’s lawyer requested another adjournment to ... Read More »
1 responseResolution discussions being held on 2022 murder charges
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 9th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A Lethbridge man charged with second-degree murder remains in custody while his lawyer and the Crown continue to discuss the case, in hopes of avoiding a trial. “We’re in the middle of resolution discussions, which I believe will be quite fruitful,” Calgary lawyer Andrea Urquhart explained Wednesday in Lethbridge provincial court. She also ... Read More »
1 responseMore signatures to be needed in next election
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on March 9th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Candidates hoping to earn a seat on city council in future elections will have to do a little more leg work. City council on Tuesday by a 5-4 vote passed a motion proposed by Deputy Mayor Ryan Parker that will require hopefuls to acquire more signatures before submitting nomination papers. Prospective council candidates ... Read More »
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