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Caregivers to get bump in new budget
By Sam Leishman - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 18th, 2025
The Alberta government says it plans to ease the cost-of-living challenges that foster parents and kinship caregivers are facing. Searle Turton, Minister of Children and Family Services, announced a two-percent increase for caregiver compensation on Monday, as part of Budget 2025. The draft budget was tabled on Feb. 27, but it has yet to receive ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!China to impose tariffs on Canadian canola, agricultural products
By SOUTHERN ALBERTA NEWSPAPERS on March 18th, 2025
On Thursday, China’s State Council Tariff Commission is set to impose a 100 per cent tariff on Canadian canola oil and canola meal, along with several other Canadian agricultural commodities following an announcement from China’s Ministry of Commerce earlier this month. According to the ministry the tariffs are an outcome of results from its anti-discrimination ... Read More »
4 responsesBlues hall-of-famer Michael Charles returns to Lethbridge and friends at The Slice
By Sam Leishman - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 18th, 2025
An evening of soulful blues with Michael Charles is coming to Lethbridge late next month. The Chicago Blues Hall of Famer has a selection of his more than 40 releases, plus some hits from other familiar artists, ready for the March show. Charles is no stranger to Lethbridge either, performing at The Slice three times ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!U of L kicks off Indigenous Awareness Week
By Lethbridge Herald on March 17th, 2025
Alexandra Noad –Â LETHBRIDGE HERALD –Â Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The University of Lethbridge is hosting its 50th Indigenous Awareness week, with activities happening around campus all week. Leroy Little Bear (Iikaisskini-Low Horn), vice-provost, says the U of L has been a trailblazer for truth and reconciliation with offering a degree formally named Native American Studies – ... Read More »
1 responseSoup Kitchen has overcome challenges over past year
By Alexandra Noad - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 15th, 2025
While the Soup Kitchen faced challenges in the last year, it continues to focus how they have been blessed to be able to continue to serve the vulnerable population in Lethbridge. For the last 40 years, the Soup Kitchen has served three hot meals Monday through Saturday and two meals each Sunday. At their annual ... Read More »
5 responsesKaitlyn’s ready to tackle new role with LSCO
By Sam Leishman - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 15th, 2025
The new Executive Director of the Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization (LSCO) is eager to hit the ground running. Kaitlynn Weaver took over the position from Rob Miyashiro on Mar. 10. Miyashiro stepped down from the LSCO at the end of last year after nearly 17 years of service. He’s now focusing on his full-time role ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!United Church uses PIE to make a point
By Lethbridge Herald on March 14th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – apulido@lethbridgeherald.com Members of the McKillop United Church celebrated their second annual PIE march by sharing a slice of pie and an important message at three different locations on Friday, also known as Pi Day (3/14). Meg Fester, affirming community liaison with McKillop United Church, explained that they referred to March 14 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!SPC recommends LDE finance reporting quarterly
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on March 14th, 2025
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Monthly reporting on the Lethbridge and District Exhibition finances will be changed to quarterly if city council accepts a recommendation from its Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee. The SPC voted on Thursday to recommend council have City administration provide quarterly reports starting with its June 12 meeting. TheĂ‚Â SPCĂ‚Â consistsĂ‚Â ofĂ‚Â theĂ‚Â mayorĂ‚Â andĂ‚Â allĂ‚Â membersĂ‚Â ofĂ‚Â council. During the meeting in ... Read More »
1 responseSakamoto gets coronation medal from Premier herself
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on March 14th, 2025
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Ron Sakamoto has earned numerous accolades during his decades in the music business, and one that the 82-year-old promoter and entrepreneur received in February may be among his most treasured. Sakamoto, who defied doubters by proving he could run a world-class music promotion business based in Lethbridge, was bestowed with a King Charles ... Read More »
2 responsesCCH production of ‘Mamma Mia!’ supporting youth advocacy centre
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 14th, 2025
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Catholic Central High School Drama students are ready to entertain audiences with their latest production, Mamma Mia!, from tonight until March 22 at the Knights of Columbus Eggplant Theatre. The musical, which features the unforgettable hits of ABBA, will transport audiences to a sun-soaked Greek island with a unique set design. The “in-the-round” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Wildlife Act changes welcomed by Federation
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 14th, 2025
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Proposed changes to the Wildlife Act support updated, fair and responsible stewardship of Alberta’s wildlife and landscapes, says the Alberta Wildlife Federation. Alberta’s government is proposing amendments to the Wildlife Act to update regulations and modernize wildlife management practices. The proposed changes aim to improve the effectiveness of wildlife management, enhance hunting and ... Read More »
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