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Claresholm man who terrorized women sentto prison
By Shurtz, Delon on May 23rd, 2020
Delon Shurtz lethbridge herald dshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A Claresholm man who broke into a home last year, then confined and terrorized two women while he threatened to kill them, has been sent to a federal penitentiary. Seth Patrick Bunyan was sentenced to six years in prison after he pleaded guilty Friday in Lethbridge provincial court to charges ... Read More »
1 responseAlbertans urged to reduce, reuse, recycle during COVID-19
By Jensen, Randy on May 23rd, 2020
Tyler Hay For The Herald Leading environmental groups are encouraging Albertans to act to improve the environment while adhering to public health orders during the COVID-19 pandemic. “The COVID-19 pandemic is definitely posing many challenges for the zero-waste movement >including small, local businesses who are being hit hard. It is important that we support these ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Would you like free fries with that?
By Jensen, Randy on May 23rd, 2020
Tim Kalinowski Lethbridge Herald -coaldale tkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.com Three companies with deep roots in southern Alberta are coming together to support both local potato farmers and HALO Air Ambulance with a “Free Fry Day” on May 29. At a kickoff event held on Friday at Perry Produce Ltd. near Coaldale, representatives of Western Tractor, McCain Foods and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Province assessing Milk River impact
By Jensen, Randy on May 23rd, 2020
Tim Kalinowski Lethbridge Herald tkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.com The provincial government is assessing the impact of the recent collapse of vital water transportation infrastructure in Montana on the Milk River basin and its nearby communities, says Associate Minister Grant Hunter in a statement released to The Herald on Friday. “I want to assure my constituents that their government ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alternative plans being considered for Lethbridge Pride Festival
By Jensen, Randy on May 23rd, 2020
Greg Bobinec Lethbridge Herald gbobinec@lethbridgeherald.com Lethbridge Pride Festival is looking at digital alternatives to celebrate all areas of the LGBTQ2SA community. With festivals for the summer being cancelled to stop the spread of COVID-19, the Lethbridge Pride Fest Committee is working quickly to find alternatives to celebrate Lethbridge Pride Week, this June. “We are not ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Gauging market recovery time
By Submitted Article on May 23rd, 2020
Dear Money Lady, Just read your article “Give the Market Time.” The major issue for us being seniors is time and how much we have left. It was not an issue 12 years ago during the last stock-market crash but we are now in our 70s and it is now a major issue. Do you ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Combating invasive species
By Lethbridge Herald on May 22nd, 2020
Submitted by Alberta Irrigation Districts Association The coming of the spring season means many individuals will soon be able to enjoy water-based activities like fishing and boating on Alberta’s lakes and irrigation reservoirs. Given the public health challenges individuals have been experiencing over the last several months many people will be looking forward to these ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!“Free Fry Day” to support local potato farmers and HALO Air Ambulance
By Lethbridge Herald on May 22nd, 2020
Tim Kalinowski Lethbridge Herald tkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.com Three companies with deep roots in southern Alberta are coming together to support both local potato farmers and HALO Air Ambulance with a “Free Fry Day” on May 29.At a kickoff event held on Friday at Perry Produce Ltd. near Coaldale, representatives of Western Tractor, McCain Foods and J.E.B Transport ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!People urged to help curb spread of invasive plant species
By Lethbridge Herald on May 22nd, 2020
Greg Bobinec Lethbridge Herald gbobinec@lethbridgeherald.com As many Canadians are itching to get back outdoors after weeks of self-isolation and a lengthy winter, some are able to in provinces where restrictions have been lifted, while others remain close to home.The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) and Canadian Council on Invasive Species is marking Invasive Species Awareness ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Distinct personalities surface during pandemic
By Lethbridge Herald on May 22nd, 2020
Tim KalinowskiLethbridge Heraldtkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.comThe Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs weekly YouTube livestream talk on Thursday dared to ask the question: Should people breaking COVID-19 social distancing rules be punished?The answer to this question may reveal more about the one answering it rather than the actual ethical and more arguments at play, said co-presenters and political ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Different routine, different eating habits
By Submitted Article on May 22nd, 2020
Healthy eating can be a challenge during COVID isolation Pat MacIntosh ALBERTA HEALTH SERVICES I don’t know about you, but working from home has definitely changed my eating habits. Before, when I had a regular routine, it was easier to eat healthier. I would plan and pack lunch before I left in the morning. I ... Read More »
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