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Students convocate in-person at U of L post-COVID grad
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on October 18th, 2022
The University of Lethbridge 2022 graduands celebrated convocation day on Saturday in front of friends, family, faculty and peers. Mitchell Van Dyk is already a principal and was at his convocation to celebrate his Master’s in Education. “Mostly relief, I would say,” said Van Dyk. “It was a great experience but it’s a lot of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City seeking feedback on Warehouse District
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on October 18th, 2022
The City of Lethbridge hosted an open house Thursday at the Southern Alberta Ethnic Association Multicultural Centre hoping to hear back from the community on the Area Redevelopment plan for the Warehouse District. The district, which is largely a commercial and light industrial neighbourhood, is located around the borders of Stafford Drive on the west, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Firearms offence results in two month sentence
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on October 18th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com Clayton Wayne Jordan was in the wrong place at the wrong time, and when police came knocking with a searchĂ‚Â warrant, he was arrested and charged with numerous criminalĂ‚Â offences. On Feb. 26 of this year Jordan, 39, was staying at another man’s residence, who had only taken possession of the residence a short time ... Read More »
1 responsePsychiatric assessment ordered for accused in stabbing case
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on October 18th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 59-year-old Lethbridge man facing several criminal charges, including attempted murder, has been ordered to undergo a 30-day psychiatric assessment. Lethbridge lawyer Marcus Mueller requested the assessment Monday in Lethbridge provincial court, for his client, Kien Thanh Lam, who is also charged withĂ‚Â aggravated assault, assault by choking, uttering threats to cause death or ... Read More »
1 responseAccused human trafficker attempting to retain lawyer
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on October 18th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A man charged with several sex-related offences stemming from a human trafficking case is still trying to hire a new lawyer nearly four months after he and another lawyer parted ways. The accused, Meriton Krasniqi, was in Lethbridge provincial court Monday, where duty counsel lawyer Brett Carlson explained Krasniqi has found a new ... Read More »
3 responsesThomas named to critic portfolio for Canadian Heritage
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on October 18th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Lethbridge Member of Parliament Rachael Thomas has been named Shadow Minister for Canadian Heritage and says she is excited to accept the role. Thomas is part of what Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre announced as the inflation-busting Conservative Shadow Cabinet earlier this month. “I accepted that opportunity with excitement, this is a file ... Read More »
2 responsesVaccination key for seasonal flu prevention
By Lethbridge Herald on October 17th, 2022
Ry Clarke – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter With the falling of leaves it comes time to remember to rake our yards, but Alberta Health Services is also hoping it reminds folks to also get their flu shot. Fall, often called the flu season, brings colder weather which can cause our immunity to dip with ... Read More »
2 responsesOfficials voice concerns over proposed changes to Victim Services
By Erika Mathieu - SOUTHERN ALBERTA NEWSPAPERS - ssnews@sunnysouthnews.com on October 15th, 2022
Lethbridge Corridor Victim Services may soon be forced to reduce the scope of services offered to clients. As part of a delegation from before Coaldale council, representatives from Lethbridge Corridor Victim Services (LCVS) shared some of the organization’s concerns with the proposed changes being made to the current model of Victim Services in Alberta by ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Blues trio brings rhythm to city
By Cal Braid - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on October 15th, 2022
Ottawa’s HOROJO Trio is a well-travelled blues band that will roll into Lethbridge for a show at Sister’s Pub & Grill this Sunday. The group consists of Jamie Holmes, Jeff Rogers, and JW-Jones, all of whom make music their main business. Drummer Holmes is a performance instructor at Carleton University who specializes in reading, counting, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Arguments heard in LPS ‘meme-gate’ disciplinary hearing
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on October 15th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Sanction arguments for a Lethbridge Police Service sergeant who created a chat and invited others to join where profane, abusive and insulting memes were circulated, were heard Friday. After several adjournments, sanction arguments were heard during the disciplinary hearing at the Galt Museum, in regards to the role of LPS Sgt. Jason Moulton ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Further adjournment in Bindra sentencing
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on October 15th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A Lethbridge man who has been waiting several months to be sentenced for sexually assaulting three women, will have to continue waiting after his latest court hearing had to be adjourned.Sohil Bindra, 36, was scheduled for a sentencing hearing Friday in Lethbridge provincial court, but it was unable to proceed after the sentencing ... Read More »
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