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Tips for supporting new families
By Submitted Article on March 30th, 2020
Christy Martens ALBERTA HEALTH SERVICES Babies tend to bring lots of joy and excitement when they arrive. It is so much fun to cradle their soft little bodies, and to marvel at their cute little noises and movements. It can be easy to forget that the baby isn’t the only newbie on the scene. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Volunteering during a pandemic
By Submitted Article on March 30th, 2020
SUBMITTED BY VOLUNTEER LETHBRIDGE It is in times of urgency and crisis when people see ways they can help through volunteering. Below are some tips on safety and how you can connect with volunteer opportunities during these unprecedented times. Safety: 1) Protect and Monitor Your Health: a. Be sure to follow the guidelines from public ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Library’s online resources accessible during pandemic
By Sulz, Dave on March 30th, 2020
SUBMITTED BY LETHBRIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY Our doors may be temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but our online resources and streaming services are running and available 24/7. Through our website (lethlib.ca) customers can access, with your library card: – eBooks and audiobooks through Libby and OverDrive; – international newspapers through PressReader; – magazines through ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Man asks judge to keep him in custody
By Shurtz, Delon on March 28th, 2020
Delon Shurtz lethbridge herald dshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com Most people can’t wait to get released from custody after they’ve been arrested, but not Abdi Dahir. During a brief hearing Friday in Lethbridge provincial court, Dahir, who appeared by closed-circuit TV from the Lethbridge Correctional Centre, made it clear he wanted to remain in custody, and complained if he ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!One killed in two-vehicle collision on Highway 22
By Jensen, Randy on March 28th, 2020
CROWSNEST PASS One person was killed following a two-vehicle collision on Highway 22 on Thursday. A preliminary investigation by Crowsnest Pass RCMP revealed a car and SUV were heading north on Highway 22. Both vehicles lost control and collided after going into a ditch. The 27-year-old male driver of the car from Calgary was pronounced ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Police ready to enforce public health orders
By Jensen, Randy on March 28th, 2020
Tim Kalinowski Lethbridge Herald tkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.com The Lethbridge Police Service is preparing to enforce public health orders pertaining to the COVID-19 outbreak for those who refuse to follow provincial and municipal safety protocols. “As mentioned by the premier on Wednesday, he is enhancing police authorities as well as community peace officer authorities to enforce the Public ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local small bookstore offering diversions from pandemic woes
By Jensen, Randy on March 28th, 2020
Tim Kalinowski Lethbridge Herald tkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.com With few financial options, and facing increased social pressures to close as the pandemic continues, small business owners in the community are trying to do the best they can to serve customers in the safest way possible. Big John’s Books in downtown Lethbridge is just one example of a small ... Read More »
1 responseRobbery suspect already in jail denied bail
By Shurtz, Delon on March 28th, 2020
Delon Shurtz lethbridge herald dshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A Lethbridge man serving time in jail for various criminal offences has been denied bail on charges relating to a robbery five months ago. Following a lengthy bail hearing Wednesday in Lethbridge provincial court, Kyle James Young Pine was remanded in custody, despite concerns by Lethbridge lawyer Vince Guinan it ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Wood’s Homes continues operations during COVID-19
By Jensen, Randy on March 28th, 2020
Tim Kalinowski Lethbridge Herald tkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.com The Wood’s Homes’ youth shelter and other services to support families in crisis will be trying as much as possible to be carry on business as usual during the pandemic. “The shelter and all of our other programs are considered essential services,” says Shauna Cohen, program manager for Wood’s Homes ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Homeless shelter moving into Fritz Sick gymnasium
By Lethbridge Herald on March 27th, 2020
Tim Kalinowski Lethbridge Herald tkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.com The City of Lethbridge announced Friday it would be temporarily moving the homeless shelter to the Fritz Sick gymnasium to allow for proper social distancing between individuals in the homeless community. “Within our business continuity plans, the Fritz Sick centre has always been our backup facility for the homeless shelter,” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Help others through COVID Silver Linings Facebook page
By Jensen, Randy on March 27th, 2020
Tim Kalinowski Lethbridge Herald tkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.com Looking for a diversion from the unending doom and gloom surrounding the coronavirus? Seeking to find ways to help the community in a time of crisis? Maybe you just want to feel empowered to do something positive? Look no further than the COVID Silver Linings Facebook page and new volunteer ... Read More »
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