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Lawyers in human trafficking case request more review time
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 15th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com The lawyers for two brothers charged in relation to a human trafficking case in Lethbridge continue to adjourn their matters while they wade through reams of disclosure. The lawyers were in Lethbridge provincial court Friday where they pointed out they need more time to review the disclosure, of which they are currently in possession, and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Social justice key to critical race theory
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on March 15th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Is storytelling a way to reveal racism in the experiences of people of colour? That was the focus of Thursday’s Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs meeting. Guest speaker Ibrahim Turay, full-time faculty member in the School of Justice Studies at Lethbridge College and a PhD candidate in cultural, social, and political thought ... Read More »
1 responseAccused in university theft case awaits trial date
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 15th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com The lawyer for a 58-year-old woman accused of stealing more than half a million dollars from the University of Lethbridge says efforts to prepare for trial are “chugging along,” but trial dates have yet to be set. Calgary lawyer Rabie Ahmed said Monday in Lethbridge Court of Queen’s Bench that the matter has made some ... Read More »
1 responseTaxi robber sentenced to time served
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 15th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 33-year-old woman who attacked and robbed a Lethbridge taxi driver more than two years ago has served her sentence and won’t have to spend any more time in custody. Kimberlie Rose Eagle Speaker received a nine-month jail sentence Monday in Lethbridge provincial court. However, Judge Jerry LeGrandeur released her after giving her credit ... Read More »
1 responseWar veteran sentenced for pedestrian fatality
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 15th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A war veteran who struck and killed her former spouse with a vehicle nearly two years ago, has received a federal prison sentence. Melissa Dumaine Whitegrass, who was facing charges of first-degree murder, assault with a weapon and dangerous driving causing death, pleaded guilty last week in Lethbridge provincial court to the single count ... Read More »
1 responseToy show brings out the kid in everyone
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on March 15th, 2022
Over 1,500 people flocked to the Rocky Mountain Turf Club on Saturday for the Lethbridge Toy Show and Sale. First-year organizer Judy Sakalmeier took over the show in December from the previous co-ordinators. “It’s always had a really good name to it- it’s always had a good run – and people have always been interested ... Read More »
1 responseYMCA and Lethbridge Public Library forge drop-in pass partnership
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 15th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Lethbridge Public Library members now have the opportunity to access Cor Van Raay YMCA drop in passes thanks to a new partnership between the two organizations. “We are really happy to be joined with YMCA and able to join forces to provide additional service to the community and create accessibility for everyone,” said ... Read More »
1 responseOffer withdrawn if steps not taken in Coaldale property case
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 15th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A Lethbridge man who was expected to resolve several criminal charges this week in Lethbridge provincial court, has instead parted ways with his lawyer. Lethbridge lawyer Scott Hadford was permitted to withdraw as counsel for Gerald David Thurber, after court was told Friday that a conflict between the two had developed, effectively sending the matter ... Read More »
1 responseRelaxation and fun the goal of university ArtLabs
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on March 15th, 2022
University of Lethbridge Art Gallery hosted an ArtLab arts and crafts day on Saturday at the UHall Atrium. The event gives the opportunity for university students and community members to come out and enjoy in-person arts, crafts and snacks. “It’s important right now to let people just relax and have fun-especially with all the stressful ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lethbridge Sport Council announces award winners
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on March 15th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com For Payden Vair, being announced as a 2021 Lethbridge Sport Council Award winner is an honour. Vair, a Cardston resident and former Lethbridge College Kodiaks soccer player, was one of 17 people, teams and organizations the sport council recognized on Monday. Vair was named the Athlete with a Disability winner. Vair, who lost ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Southern Albertan filmmaker premiers Cold Wind Blowing
By Ry Clarke For the LETHBRIDGE HERALD on March 15th, 2022
Up-and-coming southern Alberta filmmaker Dionne Copland’s feature film ‘Cold Wind Blowing’ premiered Monday at Calgary’s Globe Cinema, with a global release on DVD set for March 15. Copland is an aspiring young filmmaker who just recently graduated from the University of British Columbia’s film productions program in 2017. This is her first feature film and ... Read More »
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