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Young illustrator has work in new children’s book
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on May 31st, 2024
A young local illustrator got her career off the ground with her work in her first children’s book recently. “The Mudhole: A Story About Being True to Yourself” was illustrated by now Catholic Central High School graduate Audrey Reibin and written by Stephanie Foreman. The book follows hippo Hendriks and his animal friends in the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!University celebrates newest graduating class
By Lethbridge Herald on May 30th, 2024
Justin Sibbet – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Every good story starts with the beating of drums and for the latest graduates at the University of Lethbridge, though their educational journeys may be ending, the drums are loud as the story on the rest of their lives is only beginning. Spread over two days and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New society helping British-Canadians to deepen roots
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on May 30th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A small but mighty new society is hoping to help British-Canadians to deepen their roots – like an oak tree – back to their home country and resurrect some forgotten holidays such as Royal Oak Day, also known as Restoration Day. What started as a social media group where British-Canadians had the opportunity ... Read More »
1 responseBILD celebrates apprentices in RAP program
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on May 30th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) Lethbridge Region, in partnership with the Lethbridge Construction Association, Careers and School District on Wednesday celebrated young apprentices finishing the Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) and current apprentices. Bridget Mearns, executive officer of BILD Lethbridge Region, said the event was an opportunity to celebrate those who ... Read More »
1 responsePreliminary inquiry set in stabbing case
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on May 30th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A Nanton man accused in the stabbing death of a 54-year-old woman is set to have a preliminary inquiry this summer. The inquiry for Ryan Kelly Sutherland, who has chosen to be tried by a Court of King’s bench judge without a jury, is scheduled for June 24-28. A preliminary hearing is typically ... Read More »
1 responseCity group raising awareness about Tourette’s syndrome
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on May 30th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com One in a hundred Canadians are living with Tourette’s syndrome and from May 15 to June 15 those affected by it are raising awareness. In Lethbridge, awareness was raised over the weekend when City Hall and the Yates Memorial Theatre were lit up teal and community members took part of the annual Trek ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local initiative aims to reduce drug use in southern Alberta
By Justin Sibbet - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on May 30th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDjsibbet@lethbridgeherald.com As fentanyl, tranq (xylazine) and other drugs continue to end lives in the Lethbridge area, some residents are fighting back. Alvin Mills is certainly no stranger to the battle with narcotics, but he says the fight has evolved into a problem beyond that of his worst nightmares. “Anyone who is doing (tranq), they’re ... Read More »
3 responsesWoman charged in fatal collision still waiting to stand trial
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on May 30th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A new trial has yet to be scheduled for a 33-year-old woman facing charges in relation to a fatal collision with a pedestrian more than a year ago. Bobbi Raquel Whillans was set to stand trial on May 6, but it was adjourned to allow more time for the crown and defence to ... Read More »
1 responsePolice hold first booster seat inspection event
By Justin Sibbet - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on May 30th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDjsibbet@lethbridgeherald.com A child’s safety is arguably the most important thing in the world to a parent, yet almost all booster seats are improperly installed. Lethbridge Police Services hosted its first ever child seat inspection event on Wednesday afternoon in the Toys ‘R’ Us parking lot. During the voluntary check stop, officers from the traffic ... Read More »
1 responseCity council votes down London Road Park rezoning
By Lethbridge Herald on May 29th, 2024
Justin Sibbet – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Lethbridge city council held a public hearing and second reading on Tuesday to discuss the future of London Road Park. Residents and experts spoke to council, sharing their opinions and concerns with the various options tabled. The rezoning is, according to Ross Kilgour, community planner with the ... Read More »
2 responsesCity declares war on mosquitoes
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on May 29th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com The city’s annual war against mosquitoes has begun in earnest. Unfortunately, the enemy badly outnumbers the city’s lone soldier. “I’m one man against billions, but I’ll get out there and keep track of what’s going on with our mosquitoes throughout the city and surrounding area,” says Todd Carter, mosquito technician for the City’s ... Read More »
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