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LPS adjusting operations to prevent spread of virus
By Bobinec, Greg on March 19th, 2020
Greg Bobinec Lethbridge Herald gbobinec@lethbridgeherald.com Lethbridge Police Service is adjusting its operations in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, as they work to prevent the spread of the virus and protect the health and safety of its employees and the public. As of 4 p.m. Wednesday, and for the next 30 days, public access to the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tips for coping with anxiety
By Sulz, Dave on March 19th, 2020
Tips for coping with anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic: Limit access to social media. It is important to find a healthy balance between staying informed and becoming overly preoccupied with COVID-19. Frequent checking can increase anxiety and create unnecessary feelings of panic. Tips for creating balance include limiting time on social media (e.g.,checking once in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Several stores in Park Place temporarily close
By Bobinec, Greg on March 19th, 2020
Greg Bobinec Lethbridge Herald gbobinec@lethbridgeherald.com Some stores in Park Place Mall have decided to close down their shops for the protection of the public, along with their staff and other staff members throughout the mall. In a statement released Wednesday, Park Place mall officials say they have taken various steps to prevent the spread of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Restaurants taking different approaches to cope with virus
By Bobinec, Greg on March 19th, 2020
Greg Bobinec Lethbridge Herald gbobinec@lethbridgeherald.com As the City of Lethbridge works at reducing the amount of social activity and encouraging social distancing throughout the city, many restaurants, bars and fast-food establishments are choosing different alternatives to work around the COVID-19 outbreak. Some local restaurants such as Firestone Restaurant and Bar have made the proactive choice ... Read More »
1 responseState of local emergency
By Lethbridge Herald on March 18th, 2020
Tim Kalinowski Lethbridge Herald tkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.com While the risk of infection to Lethbridge residents in the ongoing COVID-19 crisis still remains low, the City of Lethbridge opted to declare a State of Local Emergency on Wednesday afternoon in an effort to access the additional resources and powers it will need as the outbreak intensifies. “This is ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New protective measures including public closure of City Hall
By Lethbridge Herald on March 18th, 2020
City of Lethbridge news release: After declaring a State of Local Emergency earlier today, the City of Lethbridge continues to work on implementing protective measures to limit the possible transmission of COVID-19. This now includes the closure of City Hall to all members of the public as of 8 a.m. on Thursday, March 19. Residents ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City of Lethbridge declares State of Local Emergency
By Lethbridge Herald on March 18th, 2020
City of Lethbridge declares State of Local Emergency City of Lethbridge News Release: Lethbridge, AB – In light of the community impact of COVID-19, the City of Lethbridge has declared a State of Local Emergency as of 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18. This is an important step in helping Lethbridge access additional resources, particularly to support ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Holy Spirit Catholic School Division confirms positive for COVID-19 test connected with CCH
By Lethbridge Herald on March 18th, 2020
Lethbridge Herald The Holy Spirit Catholic School Division confirmed a positive test for COVID-19 connected with Catholic Central High School in Lethbridge.Holy Spirit Catholic School Division confirmed the positive test on Wednesday afternoon, but there was no additional information which could be provided. The case is now in the hands of Public Health.“Public Health has ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!School closures and COVID-19
By Submitted Article on March 18th, 2020
It has been one week since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic. A lot has happened since then. The situation is unprecedented and fluid, and we are fortunate to have Alberta’s Chief Medical Health Officer, Dr. Deena Hinshaw, guiding the provincial response. In co-operation with Alberta Education Minister Adriana LaGrange, Dr. Hinshaw met with Alberta superintendents, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!U of L member in self-isolation
By Jensen, Randy on March 18th, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD A University of Lethbridge community member is in self-isolation after the university received unconfirmed reports that the member had been in contact with an invidivual who tested positive for COVID-19. A letter from the university was sent to staff and students on Tuesday. “A member of our campus community has reported to us ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!U of L residence remain open for students
By Bobinec, Greg on March 18th, 2020
Greg Bobinec Lethbridge Herald gbobinec@lethbridgeherald.com The University of Lethbridge has issued an updated statement to address all of their facility closures, moved services, alternative delivery and practicum placements to help students have a clearer view of how the final weeks of their semester will look. For students who are living on campus, the university’s residence ... Read More »
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