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Province proposes election changes
By Lethbridge Herald on May 2nd, 2025
Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald The Alberta government has introduced legislation which it believes will strengthen democracy in the province. The Elections Statutes Amendment Act 2025, which was tabled in the legislature on Tuesday afternoon, contains numerous changes including a provision that will require unofficial vote counts to be completed within 12 hours of polls closing ... Read More »
1 responsePiano highlights final concert of Vox Musica season
By Lethbridge Herald on May 1st, 2025
Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter People who love the sound of pianos and those who love waltzes are in for a treat at Vox Musica’s final concert of the season, which will take place Saturday evening. Danse!, which is named for the evening’s music, as they all were inspired for dance. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sod turned on new westside elementary
By Lethbridge Herald on May 1st, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald The Holy Spirit Catholic School Division is now officially ready to begin construction of the new West Lethbridge elementary school, after the land was blessed and the sod was turned Wednesday morning. Members of the Board of trustees, division’s staff members, local dignitaries, and construction company representatives gathered to witness the ... Read More »
1 responseOnline story of egg farmer missing key details: EFA
By Lethbridge Herald on May 1st, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald The Egg Farmers of Alberta is setting the record straight about a claim regarding a southern Alberta farmer being “arrested for selling eggs outside of quota system.” What started as a social media post done by Lindsay Van Essen, daughter of Hank Van Essen, about her father being arrested “because of ... Read More »
1 responseCrime Stoppers gets $10,000 boost
By Lethbridge Herald on May 1st, 2025
Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald City council on Tuesday voted unanimously in support of an official business motion presented by councillors Ryan Parker and Jenn Schmidt-Rempel calling for one-time funding of $10,000 to be given to Southern Alberta Crime Stoppers. The motion requested that the money come from council contingencies. The motion states that the Lethbridge Police Commission on Feb. 26 declined council’s request from ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local gov’t reps say they look forward to working with Thomas
By Lethbridge Herald on May 1st, 2025
Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Incumbent Member of Parliament Rachael Thomas is preparing to head back to the House of Commons after handily winning reelection Monday for a fourth term. receiving the green light to continue representing the Lethbridge Riding in Parliament for a fourth term. During her election night victory speech, ... Read More »
4 responsesLocal bikers seek divine help at second annual Blessing of the Bikes
By Lethbridge Herald on April 30th, 2025
Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Enjoying the freedom of the open road on motorcycles has its risks, and motorcycle enthusiasts need all the protection they can get, both physically and spiritually. For their safety and well-being, over 100 riders gathered at the Evangelical Free (E-Free) Church of Lethbridge last Sunday, for the ... Read More »
2 responsesSvoboda has no regrets about campaign
By Lethbridge Herald on April 30th, 2025
Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald Local Journalis Initiative Reporter Nathan Svoboda says he chose to run in the federal election with the goal to advocate for his community, its industries and those who are often forgotten by the government, which he believes he accomplished even though he didn’t win his riding. Svoboda received a total of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!FLVT students choose Willie Wonka Jr. for spring show
By Lethbridge Herald on April 30th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Father Leonard Van Tighem School drama students are gearing up to welcome audiences to their latest production of “Willy Wonka Jr.”. The show will be running at Yates Theatre May 6-7. Dana Visser, music director of Willy Wonka Jr., says the process started in September 2024, when auditions took place, and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!UCP doesn’t care about servers, says NDP critic
By Lethbridge Herald on April 30th, 2025
Sam Leishman Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Cheristina Gray, Alberta Official Opposition House Leader, says the United Conservative government has failed to support workers in the midst of an affordability crisis after her private member’s bill to protect tips earned by service workers was defeated Monday in the Legislature. Gray introduced Bill 210 back ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Dog Waste Month reminds you to pick up the poop
By Lethbridge Herald on April 30th, 2025
Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The City of Lethbridge wants to give the community the latest poop on dog poop in May, and is thus unleashing the third annual Dog Waste Awareness Month. The goal is to encourage responsible pet ownership for cleaner public spaces, and how cleaning up after their dogs ... Read More »
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