Heidi Echavarria

Heidi was born in Bogota, Colombia and lived there until she was 18, then she moved to Caracas, Venezuela where she finished her bachelor's degree in journalism. Since 2010 she covered political issues related to the government of former president Hugo Chávez and his political opponents, management, death and transition to a new government. Likewise, Heidi did research, wrote chronicles, reports and news in the social, community, and cultural areas. In 2019, Heidi, along with her husband and three children, moved to Aurora, Ontario where she worked at Teen Challenge Canada. In September 2023, she moved to Lethbridge, Alberta. Heidi also has a diploma in Addictions and Community Health. In 2024, she joined at Bridge City News team as a Video Journalist to produce a wide range of stories including those which are faith based glorifying Jesus Christ.

LPS canine unit celebrates 60th anniversary

Lethbridge Police Service celebrated the retirement of two canines and the graduation of a new member. It was also the 60th anniversary of the LPS K-9 unit. Heidi Echavarria caught up with our four-legged friends Read More

Lethbridge Residents invited to get involved

If you want to make a difference in our community, the City of Lethbridge is inviting you to apply to be part of the city’s Boards, Commissions and Committees. Lethbridge City Councilor, Belinda Crowson, Read More

Use of AI in grandparent scams on the rise

It appears as though scammers are now using Artificial Intelligence in the Grandparents scam. As BCN’s Heidi’s Echavarria explains Lethbridge Police have now issued a warning that this particular type of fraud is Read More

Lethbridge hosts its annual art festival

It’s September. That means it is time for the annual Arts Lethbridge festival which brings music and talented artists together. From Thursday to Sept 21st the community is invited to come out and enjoy Read More

Why is Taber corn so popular

Many of us love corn, especially as a summer food. Even one of the southern Alberta festivals, the Taber Cornfest, pays homage to this special vegetable. So, what makes Taber corn so special? James Johnson, Read More

Impact of rail lockout on Alberta

Alberta’s Agriculture and Irrigation Minister RJ Sigurdson talked about the impact of the lock out and our railways coming to a halt. He said even a short stoppage hurts our producers in a big Read More

Annual Taber Cornfest runs from August 22-24

Whoop Up Days is not the only festival happening in southern Alberta.  Taber Cornfest kicks off today. Music, dancing, food and lots of colour will delight locals and visitors during the annual festival. Jared Bell, Read More

World humanitarian day

Catastrophes, wars and natural disasters have always been around. During these moments it is important to know that people are there to help. The caring hands are the humanitarian workers who wait for the emergency Read More

Whoop Up Days coming up next week

Whoop-Up Day is starting soon. Every year, this celebration brings many new and traditional activities to brighten up the end of summer. This year, Whoop-Up Day will bring three new attractions. Paul Kingsmith, Director, Community Read More

Air travelers still feeling effects from storm

Storms often leave behind economic losses, such as those facing some airlines in Canada today. Tracy Hamilton, owner of Inspired Vacations, says last week’s hailstorm in Calgary caused extensive damage to WestJet Airlines, which Read More

Fun indoor activities for kids

For many, summer is the best time of year to do outdoor activities, however, environmental conditions are not always the most suitable with these smokey conditions, especially for our children. When this is the case, Read More

Lethbridge kids celebrate International Youth Day

Young people from Lethbridge celebrate their International Youth Day. For this, the YMCA prepared a whole program of recreational activities that made this day the most fun of the year within the facilities. Justice Thompson, Read More

Town of Coaldale experiencing rapid growth

The non-residential area of Coaldale is growing by leaps and bounds. According to Cameron Mills, Director of Growth & Investment for the Town of Coaldale, over the past six years, the total value of Coaldale’Read More