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U of L scientists contributing to advances in Quantum computing
By Tim Kalinowski on February 19th, 2021
LETHBRIDGE HERALDtkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.com The Quantum realm may be much closer than we think with significant recent advances in the world of Quantum computing and communications on the near horizon, says Saurya Das, University of Lethbridge professor of Physics, and distinguished member of the high-achieving Quantum Alberta Network. The Quantum Alberta Network is made up of dozens ... Read More »
1 response90-day term for offences
By Delon Shurtz on February 19th, 2021
A confrontation with police officers didn’t end well for Troy Eagle Tail Feathers, who tried to goad the officers into a fight on Dec. 14, 2019. The drunken Eagle Tail Feathers was causing a disturbance in the front yard of a westside residence when several police officers arrived. They kept their distance while trying to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Four month jail sentence for shopbreaking and theft
By Delon Shurtz on February 19th, 2021
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A former Lethbridge man who was caught after he broke into a city business more than a year ago, has been sentenced to four months in jail. Jason Frank Busby was sentenced Wednesday in Lethbridge provincial court, after he pleaded guilty to one count of shopbreaking and commit theft. Court was told the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Blue Cross extending community program
By Dale Woodard on February 19th, 2021
Alberta Blue Cross has extended its popular COVID Community Roots Program into 2021, addressing its continued need for support. In 2020, Alberta Blue Cross received 156 applications for the program and awarded a total of $195,000 to 45 projects in 38 different communities across Alberta. Now, the program is now being extended to the end ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Fresh Start says more supportive housing vital to recovery in Lethbridge region
By Tim Kalinowski on February 19th, 2021
LETHBRIDGE HERALDtkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.com Fresh Start South Country Treatment Centre says it is vital to bring additional supportive housing into the Lethbridge region to ensure long-lasting recovery for those addicted to alcohol and drugs. About 70 per cent of the population that comes to Fresh Start is homeless, or at risk of becoming homeless, Fresh Start Recovery ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Time to plan: Notley
By Lethbridge Herald on February 18th, 2021
Dale Woodard Lethbridge Herald Alberta needs to build a new economic strategy. Rachel Notley, MLA and Leader of the Official Opposition in Alberta was the featured guest speaker as the Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs met Thursday. While the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect day-to-day lives and remains at the front of people’s minds, ... Read More »
3 responsesHIV Community Link withdraws plan for 13 Street N. harm reduction site
By Lethbridge Herald on February 18th, 2021
HIV Community Link will not be setting up at harm reduction site on 13th Street North as previously planned. HIV Community Link issued the following statement on Thursday regarding the location they had been seeking for a potential harm reduction site at 422 13th Street North: “HIV Community Link announces that the space on 13th ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Family struggling to hold onto dream
By Greg Bobinec on February 18th, 2021
A local southern Alberta family is struggling to hold onto the property they have been working towards developing as a place to help employ people with disabilities, and is asking for the community’s support to save it. Since moving from their successful greenhouse in Barons several years ago, Suzie Irwin and her husband Brandt moved ... Read More »
1 responseMan won’t be leaving jail soon despite bail
By Delon Shurtz on February 18th, 2021
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 26-year-old man charged with several other individuals in relation to a serious assault on the westside in September has been granted bail, but he won’t be getting out of jail right away. Jesse Dean Davidson, who is charged with aggravated assault, disguised with intent and failure to comply with a release order, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lantic Sugar says Taber operations should return to normal this year
By Southern Alberta Newspapers on February 18th, 2021
Lantic Sugar expects operations at its Taber sugar beet plant to return to normal output in 2021, but could incur higher production costs as it adheres to pandemic safety protocols. The statement was part of the company’s recent first-quarter earnings release. Through the company’s entire production network, sales volume increased 1.1 per cent in late ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Online resources now available for 2021 Municipal Election
By City of Lethbridge on February 18th, 2021
Those interested in putting their name forward as a nominee for the 2021 Municipal Election can now access online resources to help them with this process. The City’s election website at lethbridge.ca/elections will be updated regularly as the nomination period progresses. Resources currently available include: -Candidate’s Guide to Running for Municipal Office in Alberta -Council ... Read More »
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