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Darlene Love reflects on her enduring holiday classic, ‘Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)’
By Canadian Press on December 5th, 2025
Darlene Love will never stop thinking of her holiday classic, “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home).” At this time of year, she couldn’t if she tried. “The post office, grocery store, elevator,” she says with a laugh, listing a few locations where she keeps hearing the song. “It just feels funny that my song is in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canadian economy held up better than expected under U.S. tariffs, IMF report says
By Canadian Press on December 5th, 2025
OTTAWA — A new report by the International Monetary Fund says the Canadian economy has held up better than expected under the trade shock from U.S. tariffs. The report says the impact of the trade dispute was mitigated by exemptions under the free trade agreement between Canada, the United States and Mexico, but employment and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canadians Stellato-Dudek and Deschamps finish sixth in Grand Prix Final pairs
By Canadian Press on December 5th, 2025
NAGOYA — Canadians Deanna Stellato-Dudek and Maxime Deschamps finished sixth in pairs at the Grand Prix Final figure skating event on Friday. The two-time Grand Prix medallists, who won bronze at the 2023 Final, posted 194.36 points after a fall in their free skate. Japan’s Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara won the title (225.21), ahead ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Wrappers and gifts both needed this holiday season
By Lethbridge Herald on December 5th, 2025
Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ‘Tis the season for giving and in a time of economic challenges for many people, there are many ways to give back that don’t include money. One way to give back is by volunteering your time at events such as Volunteer Lethbridge’s wrapping station. For almost two ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Renos moving forward at Henderson Ice Arena
By Lethbridge Herald on December 5th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Phase one of the upgrades set to take place at the Henderson Ice Centre is now complete and includes four brand-new dressing rooms, each with a private bathroom and shower facilities. Jace Adams, Facilities Project Manager said Thursday they finished on time, within budget and without disruption to operations. “Some of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Interfaith makes it easier to donate
By Lethbridge Herald on December 5th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald With the Christmas Holidays just around the corner, the Interfaith Food Bank is in dire need of donations, and to make it easier for people to donate, they have extended their hours of operation. Danielle McIntyre, executive director said because some members of the community work during their operational hours, they ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Folk Club to host first fundraiser concert
By Lethbridge Herald on December 5th, 2025
Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter At its heart, folk music is by, about and for the people. Its endurance lies in the way it transforms ordinary experiences into cultural memory, revealing how communities define themselves through the stories they choose to tell. The Lethbridge Folk Club has been bringing live music to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Drive sober!
By Lethbridge Herald on December 5th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Now that the holiday season celebrations are beginning to take place, Lethbridge Police Service and Mothers Against Drunk Driving are reminding motorists to drive sober. Sgt. Tony Ramotowski with the Traffic Response Unit said Check Stops will be held throughout the month of December and into the New Year as part ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Florida State quarterback Thomas Castellanos seeking another year of college eligibility
By Canadian Press on December 5th, 2025
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Florida State quarterback Thomas Castellanos is appealing to the NCAA for another year of eligibility. Attorney Darren Heitner announced Friday he’s representing Castellanos in his legal fight after the NCAA denied the player’s waiver request for a fifth season. Castellanos, who transferred to Florida State last December after one year at ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lando Norris’ practice pace shows he’s driver to beat in Formula 1 title decider
By Canadian Press on December 5th, 2025
The Formula 1 title fight is Lando Norris’ to lose, and he doesn’t look like losing. The British driver went fastest in both of Friday’s practice sessions as he laid down a marker ahead of the three-way title decider at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Norris beat title rival Max Verstappen by just .008 of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Ukraine condemns Olympic diver Lyskun’s switch to Russia
By Canadian Press on December 5th, 2025
Ukraine has condemned two-time Olympic diver Sofiia Lyskun’s switch to represent Russia amid the ongoing war and will try to strip her of awards. The 23-year-old Lyskun told the Russian newspaper Izvestia this week that “coaches’ incompetence” was a factor in her decision. “Most of our coaches are gymnasts or trampoline athletes. How can someone ... Read More »
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