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Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Public libraries are invaluable community resources, serving as democratic spaces that offer free access to information, education, and social support, yet many take them for granted as mere book repositories rather than essential hubs for literacy, economic development, and cultural inclusion. “The library is a place to ... Read More »

Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Fall is on our doorstep and with it comes Reuse Rendezvous Round 2, which returns to Lethbridge today.  Hosted by Environment Lethbridge, Reuse Rendezvous gives residents the opportunity to give away unwanted gently used items to their friends and neighbours. Participating in Reuse Rendezvous is easy: after ... Read More »

Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Government of Alberta is working on creating a new disability benefit for those with permanent disabilities who are able to work, without being penalized for earning money. Jason Nixon, minister of Seniors, Community and Social Services, along with Marika Giesen, acting assistant deputy minister of Employment ... Read More »

By Justin Seward Lethbridge Herald Lethbridge Hurricanes goaltender Koen Cleaver is well-prepared for the starting netminding job with the Western Hockey League club this season. “ I prioritized …  learning to take care of myself, my nutrition, all my sleeping habits, and just how I approach myself coming to the rink and preparing for all ... Read More »

By Justin Seward Lethbridge Herald University of Lethbridge Pronghorns Wrestling is offering an exciting opportunity for younger kids who are interested in the sport. The Junior Pronghorns Wrestling Program opens  for a new season on Monday and is focused  in on youth ages 6-12 and acts as an introductory to the sport in an environment ... Read More »

By Justin Seward Lethbridge Herald The Winston Churchill Bulldogs varsity football team are gearing up for a new 3A- Southland Conference season with  a shift in their attitude and leadership. The focus this season has been to have an attitude change within  the team. “ And try and foster that winning attitude instead of coming ... Read More »

Rachael Harder Lethbridge Member of Parliament After a summer of pancake breakfasts, festivals, and kitchen-table conversations, one message stood out: Canadians are worried. Families are anxious about how Alberta is treated, the rising cost of living, and surging crime. As Parliament resumes, my priorities are clear: be Alberta’s voice, fight for affordability, and tackle crime. ... Read More »

Vincent Custode Quoi Media Canada is in the midst of a potentially transformative period that could reshape both its national identity and economy. Recent threats by President Donald Trump transformed the political landscape, prompting a surge in patriotism and a growing desire for Canada to reduce its reliance on the United States, particularly with respect ... Read More »

Tadashi (Tad) Mitsui For the Herald Scott Sakatch’s observation about the  Conservative movement in Alberta reminds me of the peculiar Alberta politics.  (July 29, 2025)   Alberta conservatives (in small “c”) have gone through so many transformations that it looks like a coalition of several political factions with a sole purpose to keep “socialists” out.  ... Read More »

Editor, In “Nuclear power vital to future of clean energy” (Lethbridge Herald, August 28), authors Kishawy and Ali argue that climate change is an urgent problem that Canada needs to address. They advocate for more nuclear energy, particularly Small Modular Reactors (SMRs). Addressing climate change is urgent, but any consideration of future energy technology depends ... Read More »

Editor, What can we learn from Pierre Poilievre’s win in the Battle River-Crowfoot by-election? Not too much, despite all the speculation and verbiage by numerous media talking heads. Party members and all the major media have told us this is one of the safest seats in Canada. Voters would have voted the same for anyone ... Read More »

Editor: Here we go again,  the premier, anti vaxxer in Chief of the 51st State of North Montana – oops, sorry I meant the Province of Alberta, the land of the fee and the brave – has decided that it is in the best interest of the citizens of Alberta that they should pay $100 ,for the ... Read More »