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Council approves short-term funding for vulnerable
By Lethbridge Herald on March 24th, 2020
Tim KalinowskiLethbridge Heraldtkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.comCity council approved just over $3 million in short-term funding to continue vital programs for the City’s most vulnerable during the COVID-19 crisis.Council approved the temporary funding framework during Monday’s council meeting to support 15 local organizations and help them maintain services such as transitional and permanent supportive housing with the SASHA and ... 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 »
Be the first to comment!Call to action: responding to COVID-19 together
By Submitted Article on March 23rd, 2020
SUBMITTED BY VOLUNTEER LETHBRIDGE The City of Lethbridge is calling on our entire community to support each other in this difficult and unprecedented time. We recognize the basic needs and social impact the pandemic is causing for everyone. To this end we need your help. As of March 18, HelpSeeker.org is reorienting its service delivery ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Liquor and cannabis stores remain open
By Yoos, Cam on March 23rd, 2020
Greg Bobinec Lethbridge Herald gbobinec@lethbridgeherald.com As many businesses in the city temporarily close their doors while they work at reducing the spread of COVID-19, many cannabis and liquor stores are continuing to serve the public until further notice. Liquor stores such as the Real Canadian Liquor Store have cut their hours of operation to help ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Piano workshop draws more than 65
By Sulz, Dave on March 23rd, 2020
Submitted by Lethbridge Registered Music Teachers The University of Lethbridge Conservatory of Music and the Lethbridge Registered Music Teachers recently collaborated on an event for piano teachers and students in our community. The seventh annual Keys to Piano workshop took place March 6-7 at Casa in Lethbridge. The workshop was presented by the University of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New video marks World Water Day
By Yoos, Cam on March 23rd, 2020
Greg Bobinec Lethbridge Herald gbobinec@lethbridgeherald.com A non-profit group of southern Alberta landowners believe it is important for people to know where their water actually comes from, and to coincide with World Water Day 2020 on Sunday, the Livingstone Landowners Group has released a new documentary video on the sources of Canada’s prairie rivers. “Finding Water: ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lethbridge police warn of new scam
By Jensen, Randy on March 23rd, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD Lethbridge Police are advising the public of a scam involving the impersonation of LPS officers. Last week a local man was contacted by phone and told his social insurance number had been used in a multi-million-dollar fraud. The caller asked the male for his SIN to confirm it was under investigation and he ... Read More »
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