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Condo boards make their recycling case
By Jensen, Randy on September 15th, 2020
Tim Kalinowski Lethbridge Herald tkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.com An ad hoc committee representing 10 large condo boards had an opportunity to make its pitch to city council requesting an exemption from the City of Lethbridge’s residential recycling program. The group presented at Monday’s Community Issues Committee meeting, and engaged in an hour-long discussion with councillors and City staff. ... Read More »
1 responseSunrise Centre helping raise awareness about Uganda sex abuse
By Jensen, Randy on September 15th, 2020
Tim Kalinowski Lethbridge Herald tkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.com The Sunrise Centre is holding a unique fundraiser at Decor Out The Door in Lethbridge on Wednesday. The organization is trying to raise awareness and funds to address escalating gender-based violence and sexual abuse in Uganda through a “Women and Girls Rise Up!” designer undies sale. “Gender-based violence and sexual ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Judge tells man to hire a lawyer or face jail
By Shurtz, Delon on September 15th, 2020
Delon Shurtz lethbridge herald dshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com Gary James Lippa has two weeks to hire a new lawyer, or he could go back to jail until he does. That was the warning Justice Dallas Miller gave Lippa Monday, when the accused attended Lethbridge Court of Queen’s Bench without a lawyer, contrary to a previous court order. Lippa ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tattoo artists ahead of the curve with safety
By Woodard, Dale on September 15th, 2020
Dale Woodard Lethbridge Herald Those interested in getting a little ink – or at least checking various options – headed to the Lethbridge Exhibition South Pavilion last weekend for the Lethbridge Windy City Tattoo Show. For event organizer Ash Woods, that meant feeling a bit under the microscope considering the show was the first of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Graduation, retirement day for K9 unit
By Lethbridge Herald on September 14th, 2020
Dale Woodard Lethbridge Herald The Lethbridge Police Service has welcomed one four-legged, graduating friend to the ranks wished another member of the K9 unit a doggone good retirement. In a special ceremony Monday afternoon at the Lethbridge Police Range, the LPS introduced police service dog Zap — pronounced “Zep” due to his Dutch heritage — ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Police charge two males with drug trafficking
By Herald on September 14th, 2020
Lethbridge Police have charged two men after significant quantities of methamphetamine and cocaine were seized last week. On Sept. 10, 2020, following a short term investigation by members of the Priority Crimes Unit, a search warrant was obtained and executed at a southside hotel room. Police seized approximately 163 grams of crack cocaine, 76 grams ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Vox Musica preparing for unique 2020-21 season
By Woodard, Dale on September 12th, 2020
Dale Woodard Lethbridge Herald Like many choirs across the globe, the Vox Musica Choral Society is taking its talents online. With the COVID-19 pandemic being a common – though unwanted – song sung since mid-March, the Lethbridge community choir which boasts 60 to 80 members each year is tuning up its vocal chords for cyberspace ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Showing ‘Kindness to Others’
By Jensen, Randy on September 12th, 2020
Tim Kalinowski Lethbridge Herald tkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.com Volunteers with the Kii maa pii pii tsin “Kindness to Others” Renewal and Healing Centre, formerly known as the Foundation of Hope, held an outreach event in Galt Gardens on Friday to provide food for Lethbridge’s homeless and to speak about the challenges of recovery from addiction. The organization’s founder ... Read More »
1 responseNext phase of University Drive twinning begins today
By Jensen, Randy on September 12th, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD The next phase of construction for the University Drive Twinning project is scheduled to begin today. Road work will be taking place along the entire project limits to complete the final phase of paving. This work will be completed in two stages and take seven days, weather permitting, the City said in a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Seeking justice for their mother
By Shurtz, Delon on September 12th, 2020
Delon Shurtz lethbridge herald dshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com On Nov. 25, 2019, Betty Ment was leaving Coalhurst with her dog Sadie to drive to a nearby dog show. It was one of her favourite things to do. It was about 7:15 p.m. and she was stopped at a stop sign on 51 Avenue in the town of Coalhurst ... Read More »
1 responseSACLA names new chief executive officer
By Jensen, Randy on September 12th, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD Southern Alberta Community Living Association (SACLA) has announced that Trenton C. Regier has been selected as the new chief executive officer. Regier assumed his new role on Aug. 17. SACLA is a non-profit organization supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, facilitating inclusive, vibrant communities where people connect, contribute, and are valued, since 1980. “I ... Read More »
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