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Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Mayor Blaine Hyggen had the opportunity to mingle with members of the community Tuesday afternoon after taking part of the Whoop-Up Days parade, during his fourth annual Mayor’s Barbecue outside of City Hall.  “I don’t get out as much as I would like to, so being able to come out here ... Read More »

Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald More than 20,000 Alberta government workers who are members of the Alberta Union of Public Employees could go on strike in early September if they haven’t been reached a tentative agreement with the province. Enhanced mediation is underway and the union has served the government a hard deadline of Aug. 29 ... Read More »

Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter There is absolutely nothing that beats fair food and several trucks on the midway are offering delicious specials to curb your appetite during your time at Whoop-Up days. I tried them all so you don’t have too, but nothing’s stopping you if you want to try them ... Read More »

The Lethbridge and District Pro Rodeo is set to kick-up dirt and provide a high-octane atmosphere for crowds beginning tonight at the Lethbridge Exhibition grandstand. Rodeo fans will be treated to the likes of four-time world and four-time Calgary Stampede champion Zeke Thurston and other top competitors such as Dawson Hay and Kolby Wanchuk. “All ... Read More »

By Justin Seward Lethbridge Herald It took 20 years, but local basketball coach Donna Branch experienced winning a medal again  at the Canada Summer Games as she was a part of the gold-medal winning Team Alberta women’s basketball team on Saturday in St. John’s. Branch won silver 20 years ago before winning gold this time ... Read More »

By Justin Seward Lethbridge Herald The Catholic Central Cougars varsity football team are gearing up for a new season with the hopes of their returning players carrying the load and helping with most of the team’s success. “So, last year, obviously at the end of the year, we had a lot of Grade 10 and ... Read More »

Dr. Sunil Sookram For the Herald Measles remains one of the most contagious illnesses in the world, spreading through the air when an infected person breathes, coughs or sneezes. In recent months, measles has been spreading in Alberta, across Canada and around the world. While measles can be serious for anyone, it’s especially dangerous during ... Read More »

Blaine Hyggen Lethbridge Mayor I want to begin this month by addressing the many, many calls, texts and emails I have received since the Whoop-Up Drive incident on August 6. As our experts continue to analyze, monitor and plan next steps, on behalf of Lethbridge City Council, I want to thank our residents for their ... Read More »

Perry Kincaide Troy Media Canada’s productivity is declining—but not only for the reasons economists usually cite. The real drag on our economy isn’t just tax policy, innovation gaps or labour shortages.  It’s something far more ordinary yet universally experienced: the staggering amount of time Canadians waste every day just waiting. Every year, the average Canadian ... Read More »

Editor, Wow! Scott Sakatch’s column in the August 13 Herald was a “comeuppance article.” Well-written, insightful, intelligent, unbiased and hard-hitting.   Finally, somebody stating the way of the world today and how people are choosing to inhabit it. It was so refreshing to read this perspective from an individual and from different points in his life. Good on ya, ... Read More »

Editor, Last time we had a major COVID vaccine campaign, the vaccinations were free.  Now, each shot costs $100.  Even health care workers – nurses, doctors, hospital staff – must pay for their own shots. Last time, vaccines were provided in pharmacies and Lethbridge has about 30 pharmacies across the city – so easy access.  ... Read More »

Editor, King Trump decided we were the fentanyl capital of the world, and suddenly we were! The knee-jerk response: spend $1.3billion as homage to the King. So once every two to three days you hear a helicopter fly over the same area it had done previously. We need a kazillion helicopters, a kazillion drones and ... Read More »