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Court proceedings delayed while man seeks funds for legal defence
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on December 13th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A man charged with several sex-related offences stemming from a human trafficking case has been unable to hire a lawyer because it’s too expensive, the accused told a judge Monday. Meriton Krasniqi said Monday in Lethbridge provincial court he is trying to retain a lawyer, but he hasn’t had enough time since finding ... Read More »
2 responsesBylaw amendments would allow LHA to expand services at two facilities
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on December 13th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Two public hearings this afternoon at City Hall will address proposed land use bylaw amendments regarding the Castle Apartments and Halmrast Manor. The hearings will start at 3 p.m. in council chambers. The amendment for 215 and 221 2 Ave. S. is to allow Lethbridge Housing Authority to expand on services offered at ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Community organizations awarded over $300,000 in grant funding
By Cal Braid - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 13th, 2022
The Community Foundation of Lethbridge and Southwestern Alberta recently announced the recipients of grants awarded from the Community Priorities Fund and the Henry S. Varley Fund for Rural Life. The grants will support thirty-three projects from organizations throughout southwestern Alberta with $307,790 in funding. The Community Priorities Granting Program (CPGP), an extension of the Community ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Accused in Coalhurst impaired driving death fires lawyer
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on December 13th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A three-week judge and jury trial set to begin early in 2023 for a southern Alberta man charged in relation to a drunk driving death three years ago, may have to be cancelled. Wesley Brian Phillips is set to stand trial Jan. 30-Feb. 17 on charges of impaired driving causing death, dangerous driving causing ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New centenarian celebrates milestone with family
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on December 13th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A Lethbridge resident is having a hard time finding the words to express what it feels like to live to be a 100 years old, after reaching the big milestone Monday surrounded by friends and family. Heritage Lodge resident and newly-minted centenarian, Trudy Kazokas, seemed surprised by her own longevity. “You just carry ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Pair honoured for work preserving history
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on December 13th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Two southern Albertans on Saturday were recognized by the Historical Society of Alberta for their contributions to provincial history. Carlton Stewart of Lethbridge and Frank McTighe of Fort Macleod were given Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medals at the Southern Alberta Ethnic Association. The medals were presented by Lethbridge Historical Society president Belinda ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Teddy Toss spreading community cheer
By Lethbridge Herald on December 12th, 2022
Justin Seward – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – sports@lethbridgeherald.com Lethbridge Hurricanes players Jett Jones, Cole Shepard and Bryan Thomson dropped by the Audiology and Children’s Allied Health Services unit at the Melcor Centre on Monday to drop teddy bears off to children and spread a little holiday cheer. “Specifically a youth while they’re going through a difficult time, hospitalization ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New YMCA programs target well-being in youth and young adults
By Cal Braid - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 10th, 2022
The local YMCA has expanded their services to include two new programs intended to help struggling youth and young adults. The programs are YMind, a class for ages 13-30 that deals with stress and anxiety, and the Alternative Suspension Program (ASP), aimed at youth who are having trouble in school. Both programs are underway now, ... Read More »
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By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 10th, 2022
Student teachers finishing up their final semester at the University of Lethbridge came together Friday for the PS III Large-Group Seminar and Symposium. Wrapping up their Professional Semester III, Education students got the chance to network and prepare as they get ready to graduate and enter into their careers as teachers. The seminar is the ... Read More »
1 responseWinter recreation awaits in Waterton
By Cal Braid - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 10th, 2022
When winter settles upon Waterton Lakes National Park, the landscape is transformed from colourful beauty into a place of subtler contrasts. Shining white at times, a muted grey-white at others, it’s still a place where nature’s immensity can be enjoyed. The park makes opportunities for hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, alpine touring, and wildlife viewing accessible ... Read More »
2 responsesLocally-raised author pens book about risk and rescue
By Cal Braid - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 10th, 2022
Author Cathalynn Labonte-Smith has a new book, Rescue Me: Behind the Scenes of Search and Rescue (2022), which details stories from search and rescue specialists throughout North America. She spent her childhood in Lethbridge and southern Alberta and now lives on B.C.’s Sunshine Coast, where her husband Stephen volunteers with search and rescue. Seeing firsthand ... Read More »
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