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Reconciliation Lethbridge Advisory Committee struggling with attendance at monthly meetings
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on October 22nd, 2022
The City of Lethbridge held a variety of events leading up to National Truth and Reconciliation Day, including a pop-up medical clinic and powwow on Sept. 23 leading up to the week of events. The Reconciliation Lethbridge Advisory Committee met on Friday during its monthly meeting, discussing matters on the agenda and reflecting on Truth ... Read More »
1 responseVictim of multiple sexual assaults recounts harrowing tale at sentencing
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on October 22nd, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com Taylor (not her real name) was a typical teenager. She faced the same challenges other girls her age faced, but sheĂÂ was also an honours student with a bright future. Then, a little more than a year ago, when she was only 15 years old, her world came crashingĂÂ down. Today the Lethbridge girl is ... Read More »
3 responsesCCH hosts division-wide Arise and Shine concert
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on October 22nd, 2022
Holy Spirit Catholic School Division held a concert Thursday night with a performance from a multitude of schools within the division at Catholic Central High School. The performance saw choirs and concert bands perform their talents before audience members to celebrate the arts and reaffirm student work. “It’s a division wide concert,” said Danielle Christensen, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Marchers âTake Back the Nightâ during YWCAâs Week Without Violence
By Lethbridge Herald on October 21st, 2022
Ry Clarke –Â LETHBRIDGE HERALD –Â Local Journalism Initiative Reporter YWCA Lethbridge and District concluded its Week Without Violence on Friday with a Take Back the Night Violence Prevention Walk. Residents lending their support towards the cause showed up at city hall to join with members of the YWCA and walk with them around downtown and then ... Read More »
1 responseCommunity band set to open season with Fall Concert
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on October 21st, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The Lethbridge Community Band Society is inviting members of the community to join them at their fall concert this weekend for an evening of music with a chance to dance to some of the tunes. Event coordinator for the LCBS, Shay Bernard, said it is like a breath of fresh air that everyone ... Read More »
3 responses‘Spooktacular’ handmade market returns Saturday
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on October 21st, 2022
Lethbridge Handmade Market’s Spooktacular edition will be happening this Saturday from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Exhibition Park South Pavilion. With over 100 artisans, door prizes, costume contests, and fun activities for all, the event will spook your interest in what local artists have to offer. The market offers a great chance for ... Read More »
3 responsesBacklash prompts recommendation for targeted return to alley cart collection
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on October 21st, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com More than 1,700 homes may see a return to lane collection of their garbage and recycling carts. City council, acting as the Economic Standing Policy Committee on Wednesday, voted by a 6-2 motion to recommend a targeted return to lane collection in a way that addresses many concerns expressed by residents. One year ... Read More »
5 responsesStudent retreat hopes to impart lifelong lessons
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on October 21st, 2022
Our Lady of the Assumption Elementary School held its annual Student Retreat on Thursday, focusing this year on Catholic and Indigenous learning and how the two work together in regard to students’ spiritual awareness. Using the medicine wheel as a central image the school took students around to various sessions throughout the day to work ... Read More »
1 responseVolunteer Lethbridge screening model unique in Canada
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on October 21st, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Volunteer Lethbridge is seeking ongoing funding from the City of Lethbridge. The organization presented a budget scenario for city council to consider during its deliberations for the 2023-26 budget cycle. The organization, Kim Laing and Amanda Jensen told city council acting as the Economic Standing Policy Committee Wednesday, is unique in Canada in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City to update Heritage Management Plan
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on October 21st, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com The Cultural and Social Standing Policy Committee of Lethbridge city council is recommending that council proceed with an updated Heritage Management Plan. Senior community planner Ross Kilgour on Thursday made a presentation to the SPC about two options it could consider. The recommended option was to proceed with a draft updated HMP to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Educating yourself key to understanding local food resiliency
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on October 21st, 2022
The Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs (SACPA) has examined the benefits of relationships between sustainability and how our food resiliency can be beneficial to both ourselves, our environment, and the local economy. On Thursday SACPA hosted Mandy Sandbach, president of the Lethbridge Sustainable Living Association, to lead the discussion. “Part of the beginning step, ... Read More »
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