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Learning moves out of the classroom
By Sulz, Dave on March 24th, 2020
SUBMITTED BY PALLISER REGIONAL SCHOOLS Staff across Palliser Regional Schools are busy sharing and preparing for the continued education of the division’s students outside of the usual classroom. As a result of the new realities brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, traditional, in-class learning isn’t a possibility. Staff at all Palliser schools are working on ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Man jailed for assaulting girlfriend
By Shurtz, Delon on March 24th, 2020
Delon Shurtz lethbridge herald dshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 23-year-old man who repeatedly beat his former girlfriend has been sent to jail for several months. Jordan James Dempster of no fixed address was sentenced to nine months in jail after pleading guilty Monday in Lethbridge provincial court to charges of assault, assault with a weapon, possession of a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!U of L cancels in-person convocation
By Jensen, Randy on March 24th, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD In prioritizing the health and well-being of students and the community at large, the University of Lethbridge is working to develop an alternate plan to celebrate the achievements of its spring 2020 graduates – on Monday officially cancelling the in-person convocation ceremonies scheduled for May 28 and 29. In-person convocation traditionally includes four ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Fatal crash suspect facing new charges
By Shurtz, Delon on March 24th, 2020
Delon Shurtz lethbridge herald dshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A Lethbridge man who is facing charges in connection with a fatal car collision last year has been arrested following an assault at a city liquor store. Wesley Brian Phillips was arrested Friday after police responded to a disturbance at the Liquor Depot in the 500 block of University Drive ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City’s national grocery chains hiring temporary workers
By Jensen, Randy on March 24th, 2020
Greg Bobinec Lethbridge Herald gbobinec@lethbridgeherald.com Loblaws, among many other grocery stores throughout Alberta, is looking to hire temporary workers throughout their grocery stores and pharmacies during the COVID-19 pandemic. In a statement from head of human resources for Loblaws and Shoppers Drug Mart, Mark Wilson said that with grocery stores and pharmacies remaining open during ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Van Raay donates $100K to Interfaith Food Bank for emergency help
By Jensen, Randy on March 24th, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD Local philanthropist, Cor Van Raay is currently self-isolating and taking all recommended precautions in response to the recent COVID-19 outbreak, but is still thinking of those in need is his community. On Monday, Van Raay presented Interfaith Food Bank with $100,000 to ensure that shelves are stocked and ready to help those in ... Read More »
1 responseCity wants citizens to follow distancing rule
By Lethbridge Herald on March 23rd, 2020
Tim Kalinowski Lethbridge Herald tkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.com City officials are calling for local citizens to pay attention to the messaging around social distancing and the COVID-19 virus, and are contemplating more aggressive steps to ensure public compliance. “The name of the game here is about stopping community transmission,” said Director of Emergency Management Marc Rathwell at the ... Read More »
1 responseIn-person Spring 2020 Convocation cancelled as University of Lethbridge seeks alternative
By Lethbridge Herald on March 23rd, 2020
University of Lethbridge release: In prioritizing the health and well-being of students and the community at large, the University of Lethbridge is working to develop an alternate plan to celebrate the achievements of its Spring 2020 graduates — officially cancelling today the in-person convocation ceremonies scheduled for May 28 and 29, 2020. In-person convocation traditionally ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lethbridge International Air Show cancelled
By Lethbridge Herald on March 23rd, 2020
Lethbridge International Air Show Association release: Due to growing uncertainty amid the current pandemic, and with respect to sponsors, partners, stakeholders; The Board of Directors of the Lethbridge International Air Show Association have voted to cancel planning of the 2020 air show. Alberta Air Fest was slated for Heritage Day Long Weekend after a 2 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City implements a number of parks amenities closures, along with a fire ban for river valley
By Lethbridge Herald on March 23rd, 2020
City of Lethbridge news releases: City parks update related to COVID-19 In an effort to limit exposure and reduce the spread of COVID-19, the following parks amenities are closed until further notice: • playground equipment • benches • picnic shelters • picnic tables • fire pits • washrooms • fitness equipment Residents are encouraged ... Read More »
1 responseCity changes bus boarding & suspends fares in response to COVID-19
By Lethbridge Herald on March 23rd, 2020
City of Lethbridge news release: As the COVID-19 situation evolves, so is the City’s response to managing Lethbridge Transit as new preventative measures are now in place to limit contact between drivers and riders. Anyone needing to use Transit is now asked to load at the back of the bus and riders will not be required to pay a ... Read More »
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