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March is Myeloma Awareness Month
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 16th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com March 2022 has been declared Myeloma Awareness Month in Alberta by Minister of Health Jason Copping, in hopes that increased awareness will improve the likelihood of Albertans having the best outcomes. This declaration was made possible thanks to the request from the Lethbridge Myeloma Support Network, Myeloma Alberta Support Society and the Southern ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mediation underway in university strike
By Lethbridge Herald on March 15th, 2022
Al Beeber – Lethbridge Herald The University of Lethbridge and its striking faculty association will enter their second session of mediation today in hopes of reaching a contract settlement. The two sides began the mediation process Tuesday with Edmonton lawyer David Jones. Three mediation meetings are scheduled but only two were definitely being staged, said ... Read More »
1 responseLawyers 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!Accused 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 responseSocial 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 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 »
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