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Alberta colleges form economic task force
By Yoos, Cam on May 19th, 2020
Greg Bobinec Lethbridge Herald gbobinec@lethbridgeherald.com Alberta’s 11 Comprehensive Community College’s (CCCs) have launched an Economic Recovery Task Force to assist the work of local, provincial and federal governments, and industry, as they tackle the economic challenges faced as a result of the global COVID-19 pandemic. The task force will be chaired by Grande Prairie Regional ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!SACPA to address aid for farmers
By Jensen, Randy on May 19th, 2020
Greg Bobinec Lethbridge Herald gbobinec@lethbridgeherald.com The Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs will be hosting a session on their YouTube channel today discussing if governments are providing farmers with adequate aid during this pandemic. The COVID-19 pandemic has negatively affected most Canadian business sectors, including farmers. Large financial help from governments, both federal and provincial, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Gujarati Society delivers treats
By Yoos, Cam on May 19th, 2020
Greg Bobinec Lethbridge Herald gbobinec@lethbridgeherald.com A local business and community organization came together to show their gratitude for local firefighters and their continued hard work and perseverance during the COVID-19 pandemic, with the simple gesture of an ice-cream treat. The Gujarati Society of Lethbridge and Area joined with the Medicine Shoppe to deliver ice-cream bars ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Police looking into downtown altercation
By Yoos, Cam on May 19th, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD Lethbridge police continue to investigate a report of a fight involving a group of people Friday night in the area of Galt Gardens and are asking anyone with information to come forward. On May 15 at 8:07 p.m. police responded to a report of a disturbance along the 300 block of 5 Street ... Read More »
2 responsesUniversity plans to push ahead with summer camps
By Jensen, Randy on May 19th, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD Summer camps at the University of Lethbridge will go on – one way or another. As the provincial government begins to ease restrictions as part of its phased approach to reopening Alberta, summer day camps (with guidelines) are part of Phase 1 of the plan. “We are encouraged, and hopeful, with the Government ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Albertans welcome holiday weekend
By Yoos, Cam on May 19th, 2020
Greg Bobinec Lethbridge Herald gbobinec@lethbridgeherald.com Many Albertans found ways to make the most of their Victoria Day long weekend despite COVID-19 concerns and restrictions throughout the province to stay in place. While weather is usually the determining factor for whether families go camping for May long weekend, this year it was lack of accessibility due ... Read More »
1 responseLC Massage Therapy program receives national accreditation
By Jensen, Randy on May 16th, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD Lethbridge College’s Massage Therapy program has received a coveted national accreditation. The Canadian Massage Therapy Council for Accreditation (CMTCA) granted the college full accreditation for three years – the longest term possible for a first-time accreditation. “This is a tremendous accomplishment for the faculty and staff involved with the Massage Therapy program,” says ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!No visitor services or vehicle access to Waterton continues
By Jensen, Randy on May 16th, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD – WATERTON PARK Parks Canada is reminding everyone in Alberta that visitor services and vehicle access continue to be suspended at all national parks, national historic sites, heritage canals and national marine conservation areas, including Waterton Lakes National Park, over the Victoria Day Long Weekend. All services and facilities such as campgrounds, the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!COVID-19 results in changes to City spring and summer services
By Jensen, Randy on May 16th, 2020
Lethbridge Herald With the City of Lethbridge forced to make workforce reductions and adjustments to operational services to accommodate public health orders related COVID-19, residents will notice some differences in public spaces and services that are typically offered by the City. “By modifying our workforce and following all public health legislation, our crews in public ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Planning for retirement
By Submitted Article on May 16th, 2020
Dear Money Lady, I am going stir crazy being isolated at home and have had lots of time to review my finances. I started using the Cash Tracker from your book – it is a good way to budget, especially nowadays. I am in my 40s, on my own, and have now finally decided it’s ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City beginning back lane rehab program
By Jensen, Randy on May 16th, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD The City of Lethbridge is beginning its paved back lane rehabilitation program. The program is designed to address paved back lanes that have deteriorated and require reconstruction. There will be 13 paved lanes reconstructed over the next several months. Letters will be delivered to each home directly impacted by the work. The letters ... Read More »
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