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Council postpones vote to disband SPCs
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on December 11th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com On a day they were to discuss a possible tax increase to cover the operating budget of the Lethbridge and District Exhibition, city council on Tuesday had to deal with an unexpected motion from Jeff Carlson to eliminate standing policy committees. As Tuesday’s session opened with discussions on the council agenda, Carlson abruptly ... Read More »
1 responseProvincial government rewiring electrical market
By Lethbridge Herald on December 11th, 2024
Alexandra Noad – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Alberta government will be making changes to the electricity market rules in the province to help restore balance between affordability, reliability and sustainability. In a press release on Tuesday, Lethbridge East MLA Nathan Neudorf, who also serves as Minister of Affordability and Utilities, says Albertans deserve ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lethbridge fire department finds way to extend ambulance life
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on December 10th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services has found a way to extend the lifespans of their ambulances by remounting their boxes onto new chassis, saving money and reducing waste. They have remounted two ambulances so far and plans to remount five more by the end of 2026, demonstrating the City of Lethbridge’s commitment to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New recycling program on council agenda
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on December 10th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Lethbridge city council on Tuesday will be asked to opt in to the new Extended Producer Responsibility regulation established by the Alberta government. The regulation makes the producer of printed paper and packaging responsible for the lifecycle of the material. The program starts on April 1 and means city residents will no longer ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Chinook High showcasing ‘Vivid’ dance program
By Toyin Obatusin - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 10th, 2024
The Lethbridge School Division is presenting to city residents Chinook High Schools annual dance show themed “Vivid,” which is being choreographed by . Alisha Hornberger, dance teacher of 11 years. “We try our best to be inclusive, I really believe that everyone can dance and everyone should have the opportunity to dance,” said Hornberger at ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Winter Lights festival brightens up Nikka Yuko
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on December 10th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The ninth annual Winter Lights Festival is now on its way at Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden where attendees can experience a celebration of the seasons within a light display that showcases over 170,00 lights. Eric Granson, marketing and events manager with the Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden, said they are continuing the theme from ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Spirit of Christmas hits the road on city bus
By Alexandra Noad - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 10th, 2024
A transit bus lit up with Christmas lights and decorated on the inside with Christmas trees and ornaments will be arriving in style at local events throughout the month of December to bring some hope to those who need it during the Christmas season. The City of Lethbridge has partnered with the Christmas Hope campaign ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canes deliver teddies to CRH pediatric ward
By Toyin Obatusin - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 10th, 2024
The Lethbridge Hurricanes made a special delivery of stuffed animals to the pediatric ward on Monday morning at Chinook Regional Hospital. Teddy bear goal scorer Leo Braillard was joined by teammates Noah Chadwick, Brayden Edwards, Hayden Pakkala, and Logan Mccutcheon. “It’s really nice to score this goal. Give some teddy bears to the kids, it’s ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Council to hear options on Lethbridge & District Exhibition financing
By Lethbridge Herald on December 9th, 2024
Al Beeber – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – abeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Lethbridge city council will meet today to discuss options for funding the operating costs of the Lethbridge & District Exhibition in 2025. The meeting starts at 9:30 a.m. in council chambers. Council, acting as Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee, recently heard a recommendation from the City’s Chief Financial Officer ... Read More »
1 responseCouncil to deal with bylaw amendment requests
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on December 7th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com City council will be dealing with several public hearings on Tuesday afternoon regarding proposed redevelopment projects in south Lethbridge. One project involves a request to rezone properties at 404 and 408 12 St. S. to Direct Control to allow for their consolidation and the development of 12 dwelling units to appear as four ... Read More »
4 responsesSik-Ooh-Kotoki Friendship Society hosts annual Christmas Market
By Alexandra Noad - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 7th, 2024
The Sik-Ooh-Kotoki Friendship Society held their annual Christmas Market on Friday. Ralee Reyes Argueta, administrative assistant office manager for the Friendship Society, says this market was not only a way for people to check things off their Christmas lists, but also support local Indigenous artists. “They’re all very talented entrepreneurs from beadwork, to painting, sewing ... Read More »
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