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Library classes let you learn online
By Sulz, Dave on April 17th, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD The Read On Adult Literacy & Learning Program is offering no-fee online learning classes including conversation, CELPIP, IELTS, and Canadian Citizenship prep classes. For more information on these free online classes, go to http://www.lethlib.ca/readon. Email literacyservices@lethlib.ca, to register, or with any questions you might have, or to find out about other online learning ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Ft. Vermillion man facing numerous charges remanded
By Shurtz, Delon on April 17th, 2020
Delon Shurtz lethbridge herald dshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A Fort Vermillion man facing numerous charges, including the theft of hay bales from Pincher Creek earlier this year, is expected to deal with some of his charges when he returns to court next week. Jessie Hugh Flett, who is in custody at the Edmonton Remand Centre, made a brief ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Let’s thank all the volunteers
By Submitted Article on April 17th, 2020
Lisa Doyle ALBERTA HEALTH SERVICES National Volunteer Week 2020 is quickly approaching and starts this Sunday, running from April 19 to April 25. This year’s theme is “It’s time to applaud this country’s volunteers.” Volunteers contribute to strengthening communities across the nation, and without their support, many programs, events, and initiatives would not be possible. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Soup kitchen taking measures to keep staff and guests safe
By Jensen, Randy on April 17th, 2020
Tim Kalinowski Lethbridge Herald tkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.com The Lethbridge Soup Kitchen has taken extraordinary measures to keep guests, staff members and volunteers safe as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to make its presence felt. This was the message Bill Ginther, executive director of the Lethbridge Soup Kitchen, wanted to convey to viewers during the Southern Alberta Council on ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Emergency funding sought for farmers
By Lethbridge Herald on April 16th, 2020
Tim KalinowskiLethbridge Heraldtkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.comWhile the Canadian Federation of Agriculture is sounding the alarm over potential threats to food security and calling for a federal emergency fund to be set up as a financial backstop for farmers impacted by rising costs and growing market uncertainty associated with COVID-19, local farmers are largely going about their business and ... Read More »
1 responseResidents urged to walk one way on busy paths
By Jensen, Randy on April 16th, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD In an effort to continue to create safe physical distancing, Lethbridge residents are encouraged to follow one-way directional signage along some of the city’s busiest pathways, including Henderson Lake, Nicholas Sheran Lake and the off-leash dog parks. Signs with arrows to indicate the direction people should be walking will be added to popular ... Read More »
1 responseSupporting small businesses during coronavirus crisis
By Submitted Article on April 16th, 2020
Submitted by the Better Business Bureau We don’t know how long COVID-19 (coronavirus), >with its shutdowns and “social distancing,” will last, but small businesses need your support to make it through these uncertain times. Here are the Better Business Bureau’s tips on how everyone can support small businesses – with or without spending money. All ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Destination Exploration going online
By Yoos, Cam on April 16th, 2020
Greg Bobinec Lethbridge Herald gbobinec@lethbridgeherald.com Recognizing the need for engaging young minds with STEM lessons has never been greater, the University of Lethbridge’s Destination Exploration (DE) community outreach program has taken its delivery online with the launch of At Home with Destination Exploration. The DE program was just beginning to adapt to its new outreach ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jazz & Blues Festival cancelled
By Jensen, Randy on April 16th, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD The Lethbridge Jazz Society board of directors has decided to cancel the upcoming 2020 Lethbridge Jazz & Blues Festival due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The 2020 iteration would have been the 10th anniversary of the festival and organizers were looking forward to the many great artists who were scheduled to perform at this ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Man sentenced to time served, but still in custody
By Shurtz, Delon on April 16th, 2020
Delon Shurtz lethbridge herald dshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A Standoff man didn’t wait long after his 18th birthday to rack up his first criminal conviction as an adult. Kohl Lukas Shouting, who legally became an adult when he turned 18 on Feb. 6, was convicted Wednesday in Lethbridge provincial court on several charges. Shouting, who has a criminal ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Soup Kitchen COVID-19 mitigation measures SACPA topic
By Jensen, Randy on April 16th, 2020
YouTube livestream today at 10 a.m. LETHBRIDGE HERALD Bill Ginther, executive director of the Lethbridge Soup Kitchen, will discuss mitigation measures the kitchen is taking with the COVID-19 crisis during this morning’s Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs livestream telecast on YouTube. Ginther will provide a brief overview of the humble beginnings of the Soup ... Read More »
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