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Taxi 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 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 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 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!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 responseSouthern 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 »
Be the first to comment!Relaxation 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!Lethbridge hosts a successful Brier
By Lethbridge Herald on March 15th, 2022
Justin Seward – Lethbridge Herald Lethbridge hosted the 2022 Tim Horton Brier for 10 days in what was a successful event for the city. “It’s going to prove to be maybe one of the best events that Lethbridge has ever held,” said Kirk Mearns, vice chair of the Brier host committee. “With the crowds— the ... Read More »
1 responseWoodard’s dedication to sports will be sorely missed
By Trevor Busch - Lethbridge Herald on March 12th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDtbusch@lethbridgeherald.com Not every reporter who comes through a newsroom makes a lasting impression on the community they cover. But others do. And after nearly 14 years serving the local sports community in Lethbridge as a sports reporter and editor with the Lethbridge Herald, Dale Woodard has proven himself to be one of those remarkable ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Homeless campaign to remain virtual for 2022
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 12th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The “5 Days for the Homeless” Campaign is back online once again due to a combination of factors, including the ongoing pandemic and University of Lethbridge strike. The University of Lethbridge Dhillon Business Students’ Association is organizing the event once again this year and Elizabeth Waddle, director of the 2022 campaign said there ... Read More »
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