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Father calling for justice in the death of his son
By Al Beeber on October 30th, 2021
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Emery Grier wants justice for his son who was killed on May 24 in Fort Macleod. The only son and one of three children of 63-year-old Emery, Linden Blair Grier was beaten to death, the elder Grier said Friday in a protest outside the Lethbridge Courthouse. The man accused of the killing, which ... Read More »
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By Delon Shurtz on October 30th, 2021
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com Three fishermen who caught more than the legal limit of walleye, then lied to a Fish and Wildlife officer, have been fined. Shu Hao Cai, Yongqiang Ken Situ, and Guo Yong Tu, were each fined $400 after they pleaded guilty Wednesday in Lethbridge provincial court to charges of possession of fish exceeding the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Christmas market showcasing artisans from across Canada
By Dale Woodard on October 30th, 2021
Though it was probably an unpopular – and unwanted – weather front, it was perhaps fitting that the snow was falling outside the Lethbridge Exhibition Friday. That’s because inside The Fall Into Christmas Market was in full swing after a little time away due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “We’re excited to be back at the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Halloween events offer fun for trick or treaters
By Herald on October 30th, 2021
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman – Lethbridge Herald The Galt Museum and Archives will be offering their Spooktober program once again this year, for a family friendly weekend at Fort Whoop-Up. The program will run from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. both days and attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy a wagon ride, trick or treat in ... Read More »
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By Delon Shurtz on October 29th, 2021
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com Threatening mall security officers with hypodermic needles has netted a 34-year-old man a two-month jail sentence. Charles Theodore Big Head was sentenced Wednesday in Lethbridge provincial court after he pleaded guilty to one count of assault with a weapon. Big Head, 34, was seen about 5 p.m. Sept. 22 carrying items of clothing ... Read More »
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By Lethbridge Herald on October 29th, 2021
While Alberta’s municipal election is firmly in the rearview mirror, Lethbridge County voters will be stuffing another ballot box in December in an upcoming by-election for Division 5. On Thursday, County Council voted on a date for the by-election. On Monday, December 13, residents of Division 5 will have the opportunity to cast a vote ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Community continues to support military veterans
By Al Beeber on October 29th, 2021
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com The annual Legion poppy campaign kicks off today with business boxes going out in the city and surrounding areas including Raymond, Stirling, Magrath and Coaldale. The campaign runs until Nov. 11 with the General Stewart Branch #4 in Lethbridge hoping to raise $90,000 to assist veterans and their families. While the poppies are ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Technical glitch causes delay of game
By Dale Woodard on October 29th, 2021
Some technical glitches at last Saturday’s Western Hockey League game between the Lethbridge Hurricanes and the Prince Albert Raiders at the Enmax Centre caused a delay of game for some fans looking to get into the venue. The Enmax Centre experienced technical difficulties prior to doors opening at 6 p.m. and did not have consistent ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Driving instructors wanted
By Dale Woodard on October 29th, 2021
The Alberta Motor Association wants to put you in the driver’s seat. The AMA is giving prospective entrepreneurs the chance to get their careers in gear as much-needed driving instructors looking to change lanes into a new line of work. “There were 100,000 businesses that were up and running in February of 2020 before the pandemic ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Miracle Treat Day once again supporting Alberta Children’s Hospital
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - LETHBRIDGE HERALD on October 29th, 2021
Thursday marked the 19th year of Miracle Treat Day, where the purchase of Dairy Queen Blizzards supported the Alberta Children’s Hospital, one of 12 Children’s Miracle Network member hospitals across Canada. “We have raised over $44 million across Canada for all the Children’s hospitals. We increase our donations every year by at least a couple ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lethbridge College hosts in-person open house for first time in almost two years
By Herald on October 28th, 2021
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman – Lethbridge Herald Lethbridge College Fall Open House took place Thursday in a hybrid manner, for the first time in almost two years. This year representatives of all program areas were at the Val Matteotti Gymnasium to answer the questions of those able to attend in person, and also had live interviews for ... Read More »
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