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Recovery camp project taking shape
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on June 2nd, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Alvin Mills is starting to see his vision to help addicts recover become a reality. Mills, the founder of the Kii Mah Pii Pii Tsin (Kindness to Others) Healing Centre, who works tirelessly to get addicts back on their feet, has secured funding and a site for a traditional recovery camp. Mills expects ... Read More »
1 responseWoman jailed for sexual and child pornography convictions
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on June 2nd, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 30-year-old Lethbridge woman who, along with her common-law spouse, sexually assaulted the man’s four-year-old daughter six years ago, has been sent to a federal penitentiary. The woman, who can’t be named to protect the identity of the young victim, was sentenced Tuesday in Lethbridge provincial court to six years in prison; one ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Fire recruits training to join ranks
By Lethbridge Herald on June 1st, 2022
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman – Lethbridge Herald The newest recruits for Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services had the opportunity to get hands-on training on engine operations techniques, called the Nozzle Forward System, on Wednesday. “We just had a cadre from all over North America come to Lethbridge this weekend and do a class for the region, so ... Read More »
1 responseAccused sex offender hopes to be released
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on June 1st, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 43-year-old Lethbridge man accused of repeatedly sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl in 2021, hopes he’ll be released from remand custody while his matter works its way through the court system. James Robert Martinac is currently in custody at the Lethbridge Correctional Centre, but during a hearing Tuesday in Lethbridge provincial court, an agent ... Read More »
1 responseAccused in city homicide has case adjourned
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on June 1st, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 45-year-old man accused of killing another man during a confrontation earlier in May, could seek his release from custody when he returns to court later this month. The matter for Sheldon Nicholas LePage, who is charged with manslaughter, was in Lethbridge provincial court Tuesday, where his lawyer sought an adjournment for two ... Read More »
1 responseNew parking app promotes convenience
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on June 1st, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com The new Flowbird parking app has taken wing. The City’s previous parking app, called WaytoPark, is being discontinued on June 30 and Flowbird is already settling into its place as a replacement. The two apps will both operate until WaytoPark falls by the wayside at the end of the month, giving customers time ... Read More »
1 responseSentencing postponed in sexual assault case
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on June 1st, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A Lethbridge man who was found guilty last month of drugging and sexually assaulting three women several years ago, is still waiting to be sentenced.A sentencing date for Sohil Bindra was expected to be scheduled Tuesday in Lethbridge provincial court, but after Bindra’s lawyer was unable to attend the hearing, duty counsel adjourned the matter until ... Read More »
1 responseParents pressuring G.S. Lakie to resolve school band issue
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on June 1st, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com After making the decision to move forward without a traditional band program, G.S Lakie Middle School is looking into different scenarios to possibly bring band back in some form. Parents at G.S Lakie Middle School were shocked recently to find out traditional band was no longer an option, especially for those already enrolled ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City’s urban forest landscape constantly evolving
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on June 1st, 2022
Lethbridge and District Horticulture Society hosted the City of Lethbridge’s urban forestry technicians Lindsay Bell and Ethan Champion for a City Walkabout in Henderson Park on Monday to make the public aware about the changing forest and how it’s being diversified. “I think it’s great for the Horticulture Society because these are people that have ... Read More »
4 responsesCrohn’s and Colitis Canada’s Gutsy Walk returns in-person this weekend
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on June 1st, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com After taking place virtually for the last couple of years, Crohn’s and Colitis Canada’s Gutsy Walk will take place in person once again at Henderson Lake Park on June 5. Participants in Lethbridge and southern Alberta along with Canadians across the country, will be walking for the 27th annual Gutsy Walk to stop ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sport Fest connects athletes with their sport of choice
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on May 31st, 2022
Lethbridge Sport Council saw the return of their Sport Fest to Servus Sports Centre on Saturday. Sport Fest had over 30 sports organization vendors present and four come try-it areas. New-to-the-event exhibitors included skating, curling, horseshoes, skateboarding, soccer, roller hockey, boxing and gymnastics to name a few. “Our goal is connect the people who come ... Read More »
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