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Transit takes action to limit contact
By Jensen, Randy on March 24th, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD Lethbridge Transit is instituting new preventative measures to limit contact between drivers and riders during the COVID-19 pandemic. 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 fare. Both measures will limit interactions between drivers and the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local theatre facing dark times with COVID-19
By Beeber, Al on March 24th, 2020
Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald abeeber@lethbridgeherald.com With its upcoming production now postponed due to the COVID-19 crisis, Theatre OutrŽ is worried about the future of the performing arts. Originally planned to run at Didi’s Playhaus downtown, “The Sissy Duckling” is on hiatus until further notice. However, cast will still be staging rehearsals of the show, a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!A war prisoner’s story
By Submitted Article on March 24th, 2020
By Benjamin Weistra Lethbridge’s internment camp was one of 24 in Canada during the First World War. Of the four located in Alberta, Lethbridge remained open the longest at 769 days. It closed on Nov. 7, 1916 due to an increased number of escapes relating to its close proximity to the neutral American border, and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City considers increasing line of credit
By Jensen, Randy on March 24th, 2020
Tim Kalinowski Lethbridge Herald tkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.com City council is getting set to potentially approve a motion which will increase the City’s existing credit line from its current level of $10 million to $60 million to help create a financial buffer against the COVID-19 crisis. “We still need to maintain the operations of the City,” explained Mayor ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lethbridge International Air Show cancelled for 2020
By Jensen, Randy on March 24th, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD Due to growing uncertainty amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the board of directors of the Lethbridge International Air Show Association have voted to cancel planning for the 2020 air show. Alberta Air Fest was slated for Heritage Day Long Weekend following a two-year hiatus to restructure and plan a larger, all new event for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Learning moves out of the classroom
By Sulz, Dave on March 24th, 2020
SUBMITTED BY PALLISER REGIONAL SCHOOLS Staff across Palliser Regional Schools are busy sharing and preparing for the continued education of the division’s students outside of the usual classroom. As a result of the new realities brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, traditional, in-class learning isn’t a possibility. Staff at all Palliser schools are working on ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Man jailed for assaulting girlfriend
By Shurtz, Delon on March 24th, 2020
Delon Shurtz lethbridge herald dshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 23-year-old man who repeatedly beat his former girlfriend has been sent to jail for several months. Jordan James Dempster of no fixed address was sentenced to nine months in jail after pleading guilty Monday in Lethbridge provincial court to charges of assault, assault with a weapon, possession of a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City 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 »
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