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Veterinarians still operating but with extra COVID-19 precautions
By Beeber, Al on April 1st, 2020
Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald abeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Humans aren’t the only ones who may need emergency health care during the COVID-19 crisis. Farm animals and humans’ four-legged companions aren’t immune to sickness, either. Area veterinary clinics are responding to the COVID-19 situation by taking extra safety precautions while dealing with pets and livestock. Two southern Alberta veterinary ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!What will remain after our COVID-19 anguish?
By Submitted Article on April 1st, 2020
There is absolutely no question that our current reality is a new normal. One month ago, nobody would have ever thought that we would have to physically distance ourselves from family, friends and colleagues; that we would have to be super vigilant with handwashing and sanitizing frequently touched surfaces to the extent that medical experts ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Try the night sky for a break from COVID concerns
By Submitted Article on April 1st, 2020
Gary Boyle THE BACKYARD ASTRONOMER As we try to cope with the COVID-19 crisis, we must find ways to reduce stress levels and anxiety. Aside from listening to online music and reading books, try stepping outside on a clear night and drink in the night sky. The celestial landscape had been the entertainment of civilizations ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!SACPA to host online session on COVID-19 stress Thursday
By Jensen, Randy on April 1st, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD The Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs will host a special online session dealing with stress and coping during the COVID-19 crisis on Thursday at 10 a.m. The worldwide outbreak of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is proving stressful for many people. Fear and anxiety about a disease can be overwhelming and cause ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Isolation measures paying off in South
By Lethbridge Herald on March 31st, 2020
Tim Kalinowski Lethbridge Herald tkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.com The Alberta Health Services South zone has had 12 confirmed cases of COVID-19, including five in Lethbridge, a number that has held steady for over a week for the city, while the South zone has gone five days since its last reported case. AHS South Zone officials say this flattening ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!U of L locks down campus to restricted access only
By Jensen, Randy on March 31st, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD The University of Lethbridge announced Monday it is operating remotely. Over the last two weeks the U of L has been working to allow its staff, faculty and students to complete the academic term from remote locations. In abiding by Alberta Health recommendations to limit gatherings and encourage physical distancing, the university is ... Read More »
2 responsesCommunity Foundation to redirect funding to COVID-19 response
By Jensen, Randy on March 31st, 2020
Greg Bobinec Lethbridge Herald gbobinec@lethbridgeherald.com The Community Foundation of Lethbridge and Southwestern Alberta has announced $375,000 in grant funding to support the community in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Helping address the urgent needs arising throughout the region, the Community Foundation is shifting the Community Priorities, Henry S. Varley Fund for Rural Life, and Youth ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Libraries building communities
By Sulz, Dave on March 31st, 2020
READ Awards recognize outstanding library initiatives Submitted by Chinook Arch Regional Library System Libraries are making valuable contributions to their communities all year long and Chinook Arch Regional Library System loves to celebrate this fact. The Rewards for Excellence and Distinction (READ) are awarded every year as part of the Southern Alberta Library Conference (SALC). ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Holy Spirit names Edwin Parr Award nominee
By Yoos, Cam on March 31st, 2020
Greg Bobinec Lethbridge Herald gbobinec@lethbridgeherald.com Holy Spirit Catholic School Division has announced that Patrick Leahy, a first-year teacher at St. Paul School in Lethbridge, has been selected as the division’s Edwin Parr nominee for 2020. The Edwin Parr Award recognizes the outstanding work and excellence in teachers at the beginning of their professional careers. “Patrick ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!There are many services available for those unable to shop for groceries
By Jensen, Randy on March 31st, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD The COVID-19 pandemic has left the majority of people following government guidelines by staying home and self-isolating. As a result many are unable to visit their local grocery store to stock up on needed items. However, there are local options for delivery of groceries and meals. Here is a list of businesses and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Man accused in beating senior awaiting resolution of charges
By Shurtz, Delon on March 31st, 2020
Delon Shurtz lethbridge herald dshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A man accused of brutally assaulting an elderly woman in her home last year is still in jail while he waits for his lawyer to visit him so they can discuss a possible resolution of the charges. During a hearing in Lethbridge provincial court March 6, Lethbridge lawyer Wade Hlady ... Read More »
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