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City views gradual reopening with cautious optimism
By Lethbridge Herald on May 1st, 2020
Tim KalinowskiLethbridge Heraldtkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.comThe City of Lethbridge is welcoming the province’s announcement that it intends to begin the process of relaunching Alberta’s economy this month.And while there is a spirit of renewed optimism that we have reached this point, said Mayor Chris Spearman, that optimism must be tempered with continued caution to prevent a second potential ... Read More »
2 responsesMan facing multiple charges hires new lawyer
By Lethbridge Herald on May 1st, 2020
Delon Shurtz Lethbridge Herald dshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 40-year-old Lethbridge man who is set to stand trial in less than three months on several criminal charges, including kidnapping and robbery, has hired a new lawyer.Cory Ray Williams’ former lawyer, Shaun Leochko of Calgary, was allowed to withdraw Thursday during a hearing in Lethbridge provincial court after Leochko ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City prepares for next phase of COVID-19 response
By Lethbridge Herald on May 1st, 2020
City of Lethbridge release: Yesterday, the provincial government announced their staged COVID-19 recovery plan. The City of Lethbridge is now exploring this plan to understand what it means for municipalities and the services delivered to residents. As more details are shared and clarity is provided on this re-entry plan, the impacts related to City of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Police urging motorists to slow down and obey rules of the road
By Lethbridge Herald on May 1st, 2020
Police note increase in speeding, concerning driving behaviours Following an increase in speeding and other concerning driving behaviours, police are urging motorists to slow down and obey the rules of the road. The issue was brought to light Wednesday evening during a public meeting of the Lethbridge Police Commission when Chief Scott Woods addressed several ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Virtual movement part of MS Awareness Month
By Jensen, Randy on May 1st, 2020
Kevin Forsyth For The Herald The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada will host a virtual movement in May as part of MS Awareness Month. The organization will launch #WeChallengeMS to encourage Canadians to turn hobbies such as baking, running or cycling, into fundraising opportunities to support Canadians suffering from the disease during the COVID-19 pandemic. ... Read More »
1 responseCor Van Raay donates stethoscopes to hospital
By Jensen, Randy on May 1st, 2020
Tyler Hay For The Herald One of southern Alberta’s most prominent agribusiness entrepreneurs has made a significant donation in the fight against COVID-19. Cor Van Raay donated 28 new stethoscopes to the Chinook Regional Hospital in hopes of maximizing patient safety and staff preparedness during the pandemic. “I cannot overstate the importance of having designated ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Junior Achievement offering access to its digital campus
By Jensen, Randy on May 1st, 2020
Tyler Hay For The Herald Junior Achievement (JA) Southern Alberta is offering access to its digital campus to volunteers, donors, parents and students during the COVID-19 pandemic. JA Digital Campus is an online, self-directed and teacher-led program available for students in Grades 3 to 10. “We know that this has been an incredibly difficult time ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lethbridge receives PPE donation from sister city Anyang, China
By Jensen, Randy on May 1st, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD In a supportive gesture between sister cities, Anyang City, China, has donated surgical masks to City of Lethbridge front-line staff including Fire/EMS and Lethbridge Police officers. The donation marks another positive collaboration between the two cities, the City notes in a news release. Lethbridge Mayor Chris Spearman and Yuan Jiajian, Acting Mayor of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Coaldale Lethbridge Community Foodgrains Project grows on
By Jensen, Randy on May 1st, 2020
Greg Bobinec Lethbridge Herald gbobinec@lethbridgeherald.com A local community initiative to raise money for the Canadian Foodgrains Bank to be used in global needs is continuing this year as they get ready to lay the seeds for the barley crop. For the last 13 years, the Coaldale Lethbridge Community Foodgrains Project has worked on growing a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Healthy cooking with herbs
By Submitted Article on May 1st, 2020
Ashley Bray Alberta Health Services On average, Canadians consume 3,400 milligrams of sodium each day – that’s 1,100 mg over the daily upper limit. Consuming too much sodium can contribute to high blood pressure which is a risk factor for heart and kidney disease. Cooking with herbs is one way to reduce the salt in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Committee to explore return of Pronghorn hockey
By Jensen, Randy on May 1st, 2020
Kevin Forsyth For The Herald The University of Lethbridge is establishing a committee to determine the feasibility of future Pronghorns hockey programs. The committee’s goal is to find a solution allowing the university to apply for reinstatement to USPORTS in the coming years. It will be led by U of L alumnus, and retired entrepreneur ... Read More »
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