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New flag honours Lethbridge miners
By Jensen, Randy on May 2nd, 2020
Tim Kalinowski Lethbridge Herald tkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.com A special flagraising in honour of Lethbridge’s coalmining past took place at city hall on Friday. Retired miner Mike Stefancsik helped raise the new flag, depicting the statue of a coalminer which used to stand outside the Lethbridge Miners Library and is currently on display at the Nord-Bridge Seniors Centre. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Soup kitchen offering hot meal every night of the week
By Kalinowski, Tim on May 2nd, 2020
Tim Kalinowski Lethbridge Herald tkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.com With an outpouring of financial support from the community and the enthusiasm of a new group of volunteers, the Lethbridge Soup Kitchen will now be offering a hot evening meal to the city’s homeless and others in need seven nights a week. “It’s the first time in our 35-year-history we ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Internet giants like Facebook, Google should pay their share
By Jensen, Randy on May 2nd, 2020
Op-Ed by Bob Cox News Media Canada chairman Newspapers have never been so loved – and never been so neglected. The thirst for coverage of how the COVID-19 pandemic is turning the world upside-down has doubled, even tripled, the audiences of news publishers over the past two months. Readers have turned overwhelmingly to trusted news ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City views gradual reopening with cautious optimism
By Lethbridge Herald on May 1st, 2020
Tim KalinowskiLethbridge Heraldtkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.comThe City of Lethbridge is welcoming the province’s announcement that it intends to begin the process of relaunching Alberta’s economy this month.And while there is a spirit of renewed optimism that we have reached this point, said Mayor Chris Spearman, that optimism must be tempered with continued caution to prevent a second potential ... Read More »
2 responsesMan facing multiple charges hires new lawyer
By Lethbridge Herald on May 1st, 2020
Delon Shurtz Lethbridge Herald dshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 40-year-old Lethbridge man who is set to stand trial in less than three months on several criminal charges, including kidnapping and robbery, has hired a new lawyer.Cory Ray Williams’ former lawyer, Shaun Leochko of Calgary, was allowed to withdraw Thursday during a hearing in Lethbridge provincial court after Leochko ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City prepares for next phase of COVID-19 response
By Lethbridge Herald on May 1st, 2020
City of Lethbridge release: Yesterday, the provincial government announced their staged COVID-19 recovery plan. The City of Lethbridge is now exploring this plan to understand what it means for municipalities and the services delivered to residents. As more details are shared and clarity is provided on this re-entry plan, the impacts related to City of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Police urging motorists to slow down and obey rules of the road
By Lethbridge Herald on May 1st, 2020
Police note increase in speeding, concerning driving behaviours Following an increase in speeding and other concerning driving behaviours, police are urging motorists to slow down and obey the rules of the road. The issue was brought to light Wednesday evening during a public meeting of the Lethbridge Police Commission when Chief Scott Woods addressed several ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Healthy cooking with herbs
By Submitted Article on May 1st, 2020
Ashley Bray Alberta Health Services On average, Canadians consume 3,400 milligrams of sodium each day – that’s 1,100 mg over the daily upper limit. Consuming too much sodium can contribute to high blood pressure which is a risk factor for heart and kidney disease. Cooking with herbs is one way to reduce the salt in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Committee to explore return of Pronghorn hockey
By Jensen, Randy on May 1st, 2020
Kevin Forsyth For The Herald The University of Lethbridge is establishing a committee to determine the feasibility of future Pronghorns hockey programs. The committee’s goal is to find a solution allowing the university to apply for reinstatement to USPORTS in the coming years. It will be led by U of L alumnus, and retired entrepreneur ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Virtual volunteering from home is possible
By Jensen, Randy on May 1st, 2020
Volunteer Lethbridge Agency Contact: 403-332-4320 Volunteer Lethhbridge connects and convenes individuals, groups and organizations to champion and leverage capacity across sectors. During this pandemic, Volunteer Lethbridge is posting COVID-19 related volunteer opportunities on their website volunteerlethbridge.com under the COVID 19 profile. Check this profile regularly for updates on the ways you can contribute to volunteer ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Virtual movement part of MS Awareness Month
By Jensen, Randy on May 1st, 2020
Kevin Forsyth For The Herald The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada will host a virtual movement in May as part of MS Awareness Month. The organization will launch #WeChallengeMS to encourage Canadians to turn hobbies such as baking, running or cycling, into fundraising opportunities to support Canadians suffering from the disease during the COVID-19 pandemic. ... Read More »
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