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Electric vehicle charging stations ‘spark’ funding in southern Alberta
By Nicholas Allen - for the Lethbridge Herald on May 28th, 2022
An economic development alliance of thirty south-central Alberta communities has launched a program for funding electric vehicle charging stations. SouthGrow Regional Initiative has launched its zero-emissions vehicle infrastructure program. It involves a series of electric vehicle charging stations throughout southern Alberta and the project is in place to advance accessibility to stations throughout the region. ... Read More »
1 responseBail denied for two accused of conspiring to kill RCMP officers
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on May 28th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com Two of four men accused of conspiring to kill RCMP officers have been denied bail, while a third still hopes he’ll be released after sitting through a lengthy bail hearing Friday in Lethbridge Court of Queen’s Bench. Anthony Olienick, who appeared in court by CCTV from the Lethbridge Correctional Centre, will have to ... Read More »
1 responseLong and trying road out of Afghanistan
By Dale Woodard - for the Lethbridge Herald on May 28th, 2022
It’s been a long and trying road to reach Canadian soil for Mahdi Taheri. Speaking at the weekly Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs Thursday afternoon, in the first part of a two-part presentation, Taheri shared his difficult journey out of Afghanistan after the Taliban takeover last summer. Joining Taheri in the SACPA session was ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Retired McKillop United Church minister receives top honour
By Nicholas Allen - for the Lethbridge Herald on May 28th, 2022
A retired local church minister has received an honourary degree for his contributions to the community. Previously minister at McKillop United Church, Terry Shillington was bestowed an honourary doctoral degree in divinity from St. Andrew’s College in Saskatoon on May 6. St. Andrew’s College is a part of the Saskatoon Theological Union, a group of three ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Convocation ‘bittersweet’ for outgoing college president
By Lethbridge Herald on May 27th, 2022
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – apulido@lethbridgeherald.com Lethbridge College graduates had the opportunity to receive their diplomas in the presence of family and friends once again, as this year’s ceremonies were open to the public. Graduates were split into two convocation ceremonies Friday celebrated at the Val Matteotti Gymnasium, where they had the opportunity to cross the ... Read More »
1 responseNew report explores governance options for Alberta municipalities
By Lethbridge Herald on May 27th, 2022
Local government in Alberta cannot be run with a one-size-fits-all approach according to a new report from the University of Calgary’s School of Public Policy.  Communities must decide on the governance model that best suits their needs, according to the report. It claims several factors need to be considered when determining which municipal governance arrangement ... Read More »
1 responseNeighbourhood dispute leads to hefty fine for assault
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on May 27th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A woman who was assaulted after she complained about a neighbour’s behaviour has netted her assailant a hefty fine and a criminal record. Thomas David McIntyre, 45, was fined $1,150 after he pleaded guilty this week in Lethbridge provincial court to two charges of assault and one charge of failing to comply with ... Read More »
2 responsesMan sentenced for attempting to disarm an officer
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on May 27th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 24-year-old former Edmonton man tried to disarm a police officer of his pepper spray during a fight in Lethbridge a year ago. Police had responded to a call involving a firearm, and when they arrived at the scene Braudy Solano took off running. An officer chased the suspect and caught him, but ... Read More »
2 responsesGovernance SPC split on ward system
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on May 27th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com City council in its entirety will be examining the concept of an electoral ward commission after its Governance Standing Policy Committee on Thursday failed to reach consensus on approving a motion to recommend a commission be approved. A split 2-2 vote on the motion recommending council proceed with the analysis, engagement, recommendation and ... Read More »
1 responseHeritage festival set to celebrate Asian culture in Lethbridge
By Nicholas Allen - for the Lethbridge Herald on May 27th, 2022
The Southern Alberta Ethnic Association (SAEA) is hosting the Asian Heritage Festival in Lethbridge on Saturday. For the past two years SAEA has not been able to host this event in-person and has celebrated online according to Executive Director at SAEA Jackie French. “I’ve been here just over two years and we haven’t been able ... Read More »
1 responseLethbridge city council eliminating Municipal Planning Commission
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on May 27th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Lethbridge city council is eliminating the Municipal Planning Commission. Council voted 7-2 in favour of a motion with Mayor Blaine Hyggen and councillor Ryan Parker voting against it. Acting mayor Belinda Crowson told council eliminating the MPC is a streamlining process for applicants and the community. She said virtually every decision made by ... Read More »
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