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Man accused, break-in, stabbing seeking bail
By Shurtz, Delon on May 29th, 2020
Delon Shurtz lethbridge herald dshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A southern Alberta man accused of breaking into a home earlier this month and stabbing a resident while he slept wants to be released on bail. The Crown, however, wants the accused, Josh Lee Goodrider, to remain in custody and be sent to Calgary for a psychological assessment. Duty counsel ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MS Society hosting Virtual Carnation Pinning
By Jensen, Randy on May 29th, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD Each year the MS Society of Canada visits Ottawa to meet with politicians from across the country to bring awareness and support for people affected by multiple sclerosis. However, this year, because of the global pandemic, the society is unable to do so in-person. Instead, on Saturday, World MS Day, the MS Society ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!U of L appoints Dean of Arts & Science
By Jensen, Randy on May 29th, 2020
lethbridge herald The University of Lethbridge has appointed Matthew Letts as the new Dean of the Faculty of Arts & Science. Letts, a professor in the Department of Geography and Environment, has served as interim dean for the faculty since July 2019. He has served in the role of associate dean since 2012. He held ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MyVictory Church, MyCityCare offering celebration for graduating class of 2020
By Jensen, Randy on May 29th, 2020
Greg Bobinec Lethbridge Herald gbobinec@lethbridgeherald.com MyVictory Church and MyCityCare are partnering with the Lethbridge community to celebrate the graduating class of 2020, with a community-wide drive-in graduation celebration. The event will be held on June 18, 19 and 20 from 7:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. each night. Graduating students will be able to proudly walk ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Couple launches microgreen business
By Jensen, Randy on May 29th, 2020
Greg Bobinec Lethbridge Herald gbobinec@lethbridgeherald.com Learning from the previous downturn that hurt the energy sector a few years ago, a local couple has taken their COVID-19 layoff from their industry as an opportunity to start a passion business for a more sustainable future. Tony Fritz and his wife Cami Tanner decided that besides waiting for ... Read More »
1 responseCity expediting permitting for outdoor patios, parklets and street vending
By Jensen, Randy on May 29th, 2020
HOC develops Outdoor Patio and Parklet Support Program LETHBRIDGE HERALD In an effort to support businesses in their COVID-19 relaunch efforts, the City of Lethbridge is expediting permitting for the use of sidewalks and streets to create outdoor patios, parklets and street vending in commercial areas. Opportunities for expanded outdoor seating will be vital in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City council looking to fill board vacancies
By Jensen, Randy on May 29th, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD Lethbridge City Council is accepting applications for three vacancies for their boards, commissions and committees (BCCs). Each public role provides citizens with an opportunity to participate in the present and future direction of the City, through various capacities. The Office of the City Clerk oversees board-member recruitment, appointments and training, as well as ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Trial date set for two facing drug charges
By Shurtz, Delon on May 29th, 2020
Delon Shurtz lethbridge herald dshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A trial date has been set for two people charged following a drug investigation in Taber a year ago. Dale Samuel Rombough, 35, and Amy Gaffney, 27, were scheduled to have a preliminary hearing Thursday in Lethbridge provincial court, but it was vacated after the pair changed their minds about ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Person of interest sought in arsons
By Jensen, Randy on May 29th, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD Lethbridge Police are seeking the public’s assistance to identify a person of interest in connection with a suspicious fire behind a downtown business earlier this week. On Monday at approximately 9:48 p.m. Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services responded to a report of a waste/recycling bin on fire in the alley along the 600 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City to reopen playgrounds today
By Lethbridge Herald on May 28th, 2020
Tim KalinowskiLethbridge Heraldtkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.comThe City of Lethbridge will be reopening playgrounds today, but is stressing people who use them are doing so at their own discretion and potential risk.“We are excited to be able to announce that beginning (Friday) Alberta Health Services and our local committee has given us permission to reopen playgrounds across the city,” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Assault trial vacated until later in the year
By Shurtz, Delon on May 28th, 2020
Delon Shurtz lethbridge herald dshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com An assault trial scheduled to run next month in Lethbridge provincial court is one of the latest cases to fall victim to the COVID-19 virus, and now won’t be held until later in the year. Alexander Roxby Styra was set to stand trial June 9 and 12 on charges of ... Read More »
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