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U of L researchers targeting Eastern Slopes snowpack in new project
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on April 20th, 2022
The University of Lethbridge’s Chris Hopkinson is heading a new project at the post-secondary institution that will see a partnership between academics and the public and private sectors to help understand the conditions of Alberta’s Eastern Slopes and vegetation snowpack resources. “Alberta’s Eastern Slopes are changing, and with land use practices under increasing pressure, it’s ... Read More »
1 responseSACPA abuzz with the important role of bees
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on April 20th, 2022
Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs had Shelley Hoover tune into their virtual meeting on Thursday to talk about issued that that are affecting bees, how they can be helped and what role they play in Alberta. Hoover studies apiculture and pollination in the department of Biological Sciences at University of Lethbridge. Her research is ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nature Centre feathers nest with new art display
By Ry Clarke - for the Lethbridge Herald on April 20th, 2022
Helen Schuler Nature Centre is announcing a new exhibit on display in its Community Art Gallery called ‘Birds of a Feather’ featuring artwork from local artist Esther Neufeld. The display will be on until May 17, showcasing southern Alberta birds in a medium of needle-felted art that adds texture and depth to every piece. The ... Read More »
1 responseWarner family search leads to history of early black settler
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on April 20th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com From a road trip through Warner, Alta. in 1996 a seed was planted for an American lawyer to find all he could about a man buried in their local cemetery. Founder of the Milk River Historical Society, Dale Leffingwell, said he was approached by American lawyer F. Ross Boundy, who was looking for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Warrant considered in impaired driving causing bodily harm case
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on April 20th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A Lethbridge woman narrowly avoided having a warrant issued for her arrest after she failed to show up for a scheduled court appearance. Jessica Lee Gearing was scheduled for a hearing Tuesday in Lethbridge provincial court, but she didn’t attend and Lethbridge lawyer Ingrid Hess said she has lost contact with her and ... Read More »
1 responseMedia outlets press court for Coutts warrant details
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on April 20th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com Five national media outlets waiting to ask a judge for information used by RCMP to obtain search warrants in relation to the Coutts border protest and blockade will have to wait a little longer. The media - CBC, CTV News, Global News, Postmedia and The Globe and Mail – were, along with the Crown, scheduled Tuesday ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local woodturner creates pens for Ukraine relief
By Lethbridge Herald on April 19th, 2022
Al Beeber – Lethbridge Herald City woodturner Terry Beaton has embarked on a project to help Ukraine relief efforts with specially crafted pens. Using acrylic blanks in the colours of Ukraine’s flag, Beaton is crafting the pens and selling them at the Allied Arts Council store downtown. The AAC agreed to waive its normal commission ... Read More »
1 responseAvison Young report says industrial trends on the mend as pandemic wanes
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on April 19th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Avison Young has released their Lethbridge Industrial Market Insights report examining post-pandemic recovery and the city’s 2022 trends. The information in the report supports a promising future for the Lethbridge industrial market. With a central location, diversified economy, and strong labour market, Lethbridge is well-suited for industrial and agricultural business centers, logistics, and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local lawyers receive Queen’s Counsel designation
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on April 19th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com Three lawyers from Lethbridge and one from Blairmore have received the Queen’s Counsel designation for their high standard of service to Albertans and the legal community. Valerie Jo Danielson of Ratzlaff Danielson Law Office in Blairmore has been awarded the title of Queen’s counsel, along with Lethbridge recipients Deirdre Margaret McKenna of Davidson & ... Read More »
2 responsesU of L chosen for innovative Parkinson’s research
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on April 19th, 2022
Gb Science has chosen the University of Lethbridge as the site to complete a dose range study for the biopharmaceutical research and development company’s patent-protected formulations in a rodent model of Parkinson’s Disease. “Gb Sciences is an innovator in drug discovery and development, and they have promising drug candidates for the treatment of Parkinsonian movement ... Read More »
1 responseSPC hears update on economic development and tourism initiative
By Lethbridge Herald on April 19th, 2022
Opportunity Lethbridge provided a project update on Regional Economic Development and Tourism Vision at the City of Lethbridge Economic Standing Policy Committee meeting on Wednesday afternoon. Abby Slovack, general ganager of Opportunity Lethbridge said they’ll be delivering this work over two phases, the first portion being the creation of the vision and the second portion the implementation. ... Read More »
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