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Province announces $27.8 million for agri-food hub at Exhibition Park
By Lethbridge Herald on June 30th, 2020
Tim Kalinowski Lethbridge Herald tkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.com The Exhibition Park Exolution upgrade got a super charge from the provincial government to help transform it into a world class agrifood hub right here in Lethbridge.Premier Jason Kenney and Agriculture Minister Devin Dreeshan announced $27.8 million in funding for the project at a special press conference at the park’s ... Read More »
1 response$10K grant came at perfect time for Honkers owner
By Jensen, Randy on June 30th, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD Lethbridge business Honkers Pub & Eatery is one of 62 grant recipients of $10,000 each announced on Monday by the Canadian Chamber of Commerce from its Canadian Business Resilience Network Small Business Relief Fund. “We are so thrilled and honoured to be a recipient of the grant from the Canadian Business Resilience Network ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Programmable lighting systems require permits
By Jensen, Randy on June 30th, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD The City of Lethbridge says programmable, coloured lighting can be a great way to have a year-round festive atmosphere at your home. But, did you know they have to be installed by a licensed electrician and inspected by the City to be deemed safe and meet the requirements of the Canadian Electrical Code? ... Read More »
4 responsesWood assumes role of U of L interim Vice-President (Research)
By Yoos, Cam on June 30th, 2020
Greg Bobinec Lethbridge Herald gbobinec@lethbridgeherald.com Robert Wood is the University of Lethbridge’s new Vice-President of Research, as he takes over the lead role in expanding the research footprint of one of the country’s top research institutions. Wood has served at the U of L for nearly two decades starting in the role as Dean of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Kate Andrews student a cut above the rest at Skills event
By Submitted Article on June 30th, 2020
SUBMITTED BY PALLISER REGIONAL SCHOOLS It won’t be a virtual medal that Mackenzie Curtis gets in the mail. The Kate Andrews High School student was the lone medallist from Palliser Regional Schools from the recent 2020 Skills Alberta Virtual Competition. Mackenzie won bronze in hairstyling in the showcase for secondary students, which had to go ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!RCMP superintendent new Chief of Police for LPS
By Jensen, Randy on June 30th, 2020
Tim Kalinowski Lethbridge Herald tkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.com The Lethbridge Police Commission has chosen a senior Royal Canadian Mounted Police commander to be the city’s new Chief of Police. Lethbridge Police Commission chair Simon Griffiths asked city council to formally approve the appointment of RCMP Chief Superintendent of the Central Alberta District, Shahin Mehdizadeh, as per the commission’s ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Longtime Holy Spirit trustee, administrator Terry O’Donnell passes away
By Jensen, Randy on June 30th, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD The Holy Spirit Catholic School Division has announced the passing of Terry O’Donnell on Saturday, surrounded by his family. “We are devastated to have lost him so quickly, but also thank God for calling him home so peacefully,” said his wife, Sue, in a release on the school division’s website. O’Donnell was a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Anna McLaren: From waitress to labour leader
By Submitted Article on June 30th, 2020
Bobbie Fox Lethbridge’s history has many examples of amazing women who have affected change in our community. One such woman was Anna MacLaren, who was a waitress at the Ritz CafŽ in 1946 when she became publicly involved with the Hotel and Restaurant Employees Union. She started as the union’s secretary but quickly became the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Waterton ready for Canada Day visitors
By Jensen, Randy on June 30th, 2020
Greg Bobinec Lethbridge Herald -waterton gbobinec@lethbridgeherald.com With the delayed openings of national and provincial parks this year due to COVID-19, Waterton Lakes National Park is hoping area residents will head to the park on Canada Day for a proper national celebration. Since the opening of the park on June 1, visitation has been limited, but ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Methamphetamine growth impacts role of consumption site
By Lethbridge Herald on June 29th, 2020
Tim KalinowskiLethbridge Heraldtkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.comThere are various reasons why Lethbridge has the most highly used supervised consumption site in Alberta, according to a report presented at city council during Monday’s public meeting, but the worrying rise of methamphetamine usage among local addicts will require a major rethink of the community’s drug response going forward.The academically rigourous report ... Read More »
3 responsesVolunteer Opportunities from Volunteer Lethbridge
By Lethbridge Herald on June 29th, 2020
Volunteer Lethbridge can help find a volunteer opportunity that’s right for you.Visit http://www.volunteerlethbridge.com or call 403-332-4320 SOUTHERN ALBERTA ART GALLERY – PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT ASSISTANT (YOUTH PROGRAMS)The Southern Alberta Art Gallery (SAAG) fosters the work of contemporary artists who challenge boundaries, encouragesbroad public engagement and promotes awareness and exploration of artistic expression. They are looking for ... Read More »
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