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Freeze-thaw cycles contribute to frequency of water main breaks
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on January 22nd, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Did you know that southern Alberta has the most freeze-thaw cycles in Canada? The temperature fluctuations that we have been experiencing in the last couple of weeks, thanks in part to chinook winds and climate change can make those cycles somewhat unpredictable. These freeze-thaw cycles can cause damage to infrastructure that is buried ... Read More »
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By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on January 22nd, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A sentencing hearing for a woman who sexually assaulted her common-law spouse’s four-year-old daughter, has been delayed for a month and won’t be held in March as intended. The case was brought forward Thursday in Lethbridge provincial court, and adjourned to April 7 to allow more time for the completion of a pre-sentence ... Read More »
1 responseGreen Acres ready for expanding need for seniors housing
By Lethbridge Herald on January 21st, 2022
Al Beeber – Lethbridge Herald The population of senior citizens is growing faster in Lethbridge than anywhere else in the province and the Green Acres Foundation is ready for their future housing needs, the Cultural and Standing Policy Committee of Lethbridge City Council was told Thursday. Chief Executive Officer Dawna Coslovi gave the SPC a ... Read More »
1 responseStrike vote now possible in U of L negotiations
By Lethbridge Herald on January 21st, 2022
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman LETHBRIDGE HERALD apulido@lethbridgeherald.com The University of Lethbridge Faculty Association (ULFA) and the Board of Governors of the University of Lethbridge have reached an impasse in collective bargaining. Earlier this week, the ULFA withdrew from mediation following an official Offer of Settlement from the University of Lethbridge Board Negotiation Team as it seeks to ... Read More »
1 responseStabbing assault nets airsoft shooter additional time
By Lethbridge Herald on January 21st, 2022
Delon Shurtz LETHBRIDGE HERALD dshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A southern Alberta man who is serving a four-year prison term after shooting a police officer with an airsoft gun last year, received another prison sentence Thursday after pleading guilty to assault causing bodily harm. Lance Fred Chalifoux was sentenced to two years in a federal penitentiary for stabbing his ... Read More »
1 responseWins and pitfalls abound in crypto currency
By Lethbridge Herald on January 21st, 2022
Al Beeber LETHBRIDGE HERALD abeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Scott McGregor hates the term ‘crypto currency.’ McGregor, who spent about 16 years in the radio industry, now does investing from his southside home. After being introduced to bitcoin by a brother-in-law, he began studying what he prefers to call a “monetary network.” While bitcoin is the most well-known type ... Read More »
5 responsesAccused in Coalhurst drunk driving death seeks release
By Lethbridge Herald on January 21st, 2022
Delon Shurtz LETHBRIDGE HERALD dshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A southern Alberta man charged in relation to a drunk driving death more than two years ago, and who has been sitting in remand at the Lethbridge Correctional Centre for 16 months, hopes to be released on bail while his matters continue to make their way through court. Wesley Brian ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Financial literacy key to overcoming debt struggles
By Lethbridge Herald on January 21st, 2022
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman LETHBRIDGE HERALD apulido@lethbridgeherald.com After the Christmas holidays many worry about the financial implications of their spending, especially when money is scarce. For many, this comes from lack of financial literacy and bad spending habits, but ABC Life Literacy Canada has learning materials that offer key tips to save money and improve finances for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sentencing adjourned for attempted robbery
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on January 20th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A southern Alberta man who attempted to rob a Lethbridge convenience store last year, hopes to convince a judge he doesn’t deserve to spend up to two years in jail. Hunter Alexander Frank, who is in custody at the Lethbridge Correctional Centre, could face between 18 and 24 months in jail if the ... Read More »
1 responseNational Police Federation makes case for keeping RCMP
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on January 20th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Residents from Lethbridge and surrounding areas had the opportunity to take part on the Keep Alberta RCMP Community Engagement Tour Wednesday at the Theatre Gallery of the Lethbridge Public Library. Members of the National Police Federation (NPF) spoke about the recommendation made by the Fair Deal Panel (FDP) to the Government of Alberta ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Council considering integrity commissioner position
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on January 20th, 2022
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Lethbridge city council has tasked its Governance Standing Policy Committee with further investigating the possibility of creating an Integrity Commissioner position. At Tuesday’s meeting, council passed a resolution asking the SPC to report back to council no later than March 1. Specifically, the SPC will be tasked with focusing on two of three ... Read More »
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