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Accused takes the stand in careless driving trial
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on September 2nd, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A 55-year-old Lethbridge man accused of careless driving in regard to an incident that took place over two years ago, took the stand in his own defence on day four of his trial Thursday in Lethbridge provincial court. Neil Martin Skjodt, 55, who was charged after 10-year-old boy, Charles McIntyre, was struck and ... Read More »
1 responseInterfaith Food bank volunteer reaches new milestone
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on September 2nd, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A volunteer at the Interfaith Food Bank has reached a big milestone and was recognized recently for his efforts. Gerard Bloemert once again broke volunteer hour records. He said he has been volunteering at the food bank for just over 13 years, and has now achieved over 5000 hours. “I like it here ... Read More »
3 responsesLethbridge Family Services launches new disability services program
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on September 2nd, 2022
Lethbridge Family Services and its DaCapo Disability Services Department is launching a new program aimed at getting adults with developmental disabilities into the workforce. Reaching Independence through Skills and Employment, or RISE, will be a 10-month employment skills-centered certificate program for adults with disabilities training them in two separate methods of in-class learning and work ... Read More »
3 responsesSPC recommends roadway name change
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on September 2nd, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com A portion of Parkside Drive may soon have a new name in honour of the Lethbridge Exhibition. The Civic Works Standing Policy Committee of city council will be recommending that Exhibition Way be used as the name of a north/south portion of Parkside Drive that passes in front of the new Agri-Food Hub ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Charges adjourned for July hostage-taking incident
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on September 2nd, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The charges against a 40-year-old Lethbridge woman accused of entering Lethbridge Legal Guidance on July 14 and taking hostages were adjourned once again in Lethbridge provincial court Thursday. Lethbridge lawyer Claudia Connolly appeared in Lethbridge provincial court on Thursday representing Courtney Louise Shaw, to seek an adjournment to Sept. 15 to discuss her ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Early Start Experience familiarizes students with university campus
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on September 2nd, 2022
The University of Lethbridge concluded its Early Start Experience program Thursday, giving first-year students a chance to explore the campus, learning the ins and outs before the first week of school starts. Students partaking in the program also earned three credits towards their degree, setting them up with success right out of the gate. This ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Foodgrains growing project makes impact around the world
By Lethbridge Herald on September 2nd, 2022
Erika Mathieu – SOUTHERN ALBERTA NEWSPAPERS – ssnews@sunnysouthnews.com The Coaldale-Lethbridge Foodgrains Growing Project has added another successful year to the books. Combines set out to harvest the 166 acres of land yesterday for the annual Coaldale-Lethbridge Foodgrains Growing Project harvest barbecue. The plot of farm land (donated by Herb and Christine Wall), is just south of the ... Read More »
1 responseGalt’s Hands-on History program explores Blackfoot animal names
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on September 1st, 2022
The Galt Museum and Archives hosted a Blackfoot Animals Language program this week taught by the Galt’s Elder Blanche Bruisedhead, teaching children and adults about the Blackfoot animals and their names while colouring along with her teaching. The program gave attendants learning opportunities about pieces of history regarding the Blackfoot culture. “It’s about language and ... Read More »
3 responsesPlans already underway for next year’s Whoop-Up Days
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on September 1st, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com The dust, or rain, has barely settled and Mike Warkentin is already looking forward to the next Whoop-Up Days. The chief executive officer of the Lethbridge Exhibition told media on Wednesday that planning is starting on the 2023 version of Lethbridge’s summer fair. And the Exhibition is looking for public input into possible ... Read More »
4 responsesMatter adjourned for gymnastics coach facing sexual assault allegations
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on September 1st, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A local gymnastics coach accused of sexually assaulting four young girls earlier this year, had his matters adjourned to October in Lethbridge provincial court Wednesday. Jamie Ellacott was charged in July with sexual assault and sexual interference after police responded to a report that a seven-year-old girl had been sexually assaulted while attending the ... Read More »
3 responsesMedical examiner testifies in careless driving trial
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on September 1st, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A medical professional and multiple Lethbridge Police officers took the stand on day three of a trial for a case involving an incident that took place over two years ago where a 10-year-old boy was killed. The Crown questioned Dr. Eric Bol, five LPS officers and one former LPS officer during day three ... Read More »
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