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Andrew Painter strikes out 8 Nationals players in fantastic MLB debut for Phillies
By Canadian Press on April 1st, 2026
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Andrew Painter hopped off the mound in excitement in the fifth inning after his 97.2 mph fastball got James Wood to strike out for a second time. Phillies fans — some groups called themselves Andrew’s Painters, others Painter’s Painters — waved paintbrushes and erupted in cheers with each strikeout for the rookie ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!April Fool’s Day – when gullibility goes global
By Lethbridge Herald on April 1st, 2026
If there’s one day on the calendar that comes with a built-in trust issue, it’s April 1. On this particular Tuesday of mischief, common sense takes a personal day, skepticism works overtime and even your most reliable group chat becomes a den of low-grade deception. It’s the one date where “breaking news” should be treated ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Third Lethbridge man charged with first-degree murder
By Lethbridge Herald on April 1st, 2026
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Lethbridge Police arrested 42-year-old Nicholas Rodney Scout, of Lethbridge, and charged him with one count of first-degree murder in connection with the death of a 27-year-old man Monday night. On Tuesday, Lethbridge Police said Scout was arrested late Monday night following the execution of search warrants at two residences along ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Minister of Justice to table Bill 23 – Justice Statutes Amendment Act 2026
By Lethbridge Herald on April 1st, 2026
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Minister of Justice Mickey Amery addressed the province on Monday to say he was tabling Bill 23 – Justice Statutes Amendment Act 2026. During a press conference titled “Enhancing democracy and transparency,” Amery said the government has done a lot of work to refine democratic process legislation because all ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Amery, Nenshi spoke about Alberta Electoral Boundaries report
By Lethbridge Herald on April 1st, 2026
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald On March 26, the 2025-2026 Alberta Electoral Boundaries Commission presented their final report to the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly. They had presented their interim report in October 2025. A Letter to the Speaker presented along with the report partially reads, “After the tabling of our interim report in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Golf Classic aims to boost cardiac care in Lethbridge, Medicine Hat
By Lethbridge Herald on April 1st, 2026
By Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald If you’ve ever had to make the drive to Calgary for a cardiac appointment—or waited while someone you love made that trip—you already understand the stakes. Now imagine not having to leave southern Alberta at all. That’s the goal behind the newly announced Hearts & Health Classic, a charity golf ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Farming Smarter kicks off 2026 with focus on practical research and real-world results
By Lethbridge Herald on April 1st, 2026
By Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald If you ate today, this story concerns you. That’s the quiet reality behind the work of Farming Smarter, a Lethbridge-area non-profit that officially launched its 2026 season Tuesday with a clear message: agricultural research isn’t just about farmers—it’s about food security, economic stability and how well southern Alberta adapts to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Chelsea announces Premier League-record losses of $350M
By Canadian Press on April 1st, 2026
LONDON (AP) — Chelsea made pre-tax losses of 262.4 million pounds ($350 million) in its latest financial results, the club announced Wednesday, a record high in the Premier League era. Chelsea, whose owners are from U.S. private equity, attributed the losses in part to “increased operating costs” in 2024-25 compared to the previous year. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Potential No. 1 WNBA draft pick Awa Fam has signed on to also play in Project B
By Canadian Press on April 1st, 2026
Potential No. 1 WNBA draft pick Awa Fam has signed on to also play in Project B — the new five-on-five basketball competition. The young Spanish star was thrilled to be part of the fledgling organization that will play all over Europe, Asia and South America from November-April in mini 10-day stops. “I’m really excited. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Wednesday, April 1, 2026
By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on April 1st, 2026
KRENZKE, Janina
REESE, Hovey
ALEXANDER, Phyllis
ADRONOWICH, Iris
Congo’s World Cup qualification unites a troubled country and brings a rare moment of joy
By Canadian Press on April 1st, 2026
GOMA, Congo (AP) — Congo erupted in joy overnight after a 100th-minute goal against Jamaica sent the African country back to the World Cup for the first time in more than half a century. Across the country, people danced, yelled, and hugged each other in what became a rare moment of joy for a nation ... Read More »
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