To recognize people and organizations that build bonds of respect and trust between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people, City of Lethbridge will hold Reconciliation Awards. Echo Nowak, Indigenous Relations Specialist with the City of Lethbridge, says Read More
Measuring your weight is an important factor when considering your health. According to Statics Canada, the prevalence of obesity in Canada has increased over the past two decades. Research also indicates that self-reported weight and Read More
If you’re looking to access the foodbank in Lethbridge, it’s gotten much easier. Monday the Lethbridge Food Bank went into the community through the Mobile Food Support program. This initiative makes it even Read More
The community of Lethbridge and Coaldale can now travel by bike between the two cities. This is after the recent inauguration of the first phase of the Link Pathway. The rural bike path will allow Read More
The city of Coaldale begins construction of a potable water reservoir and pumping station. According to Jack Van Rijn, Mayor of Coaldale, the project is a key priority outlined in the City’s Infrastructure Master Read More
Totally 80’s is the New West Theatre presentation which offers fun times for communities. The show will start this Wednesday. Its culture, music and costumes of this local art will take the audience back to 80’Read More
According to the Red Cross, Alberta Day of Caring for Jasper has raised more 674 thousand dollars and with the federal and provincial governments matching to the tune of more than 1.5 million dollars now being raised Read More
Many of us would like to know that no one needs shelter, but the reality is these emergency centers are a support for many of our most vulnerable. As BCN’s Heidi Echavarria reports, it Read More
Prostate cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers among men. Adam Kinnaird, Chair of Prostate Cancer Research at the University of Calgary, talks about the most effective action that should be taken as Read More
More than 50 people showed up at a rally today in Lethbridge fighting for improved working conditions. Curtis Jackson, vice-president of Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) says members of United Nurses of Alberta and Canadian Read More
Alberta Days of Caring for Jasper is an initiative where communities can donate to those impacted by the wildfire that hit Jasper. Dale Williams, Director of Operations for Ability Resources, says Lethbridge is setting an Read More
A long weekend is approaching, and families are enjoying visiting places near Lethbridge to make the most of the summer. However, for The Plasma Donor Centre in Lethbridge, this represents a drop in plasma donations. Read More
There is still hope among the Venezuelan people. They are peacefully gathering at the United Nations in Caracas, the capital of Venezuela. They are demanding that the National Electoral Council show the true results of Read More
As you heard on Bridge City News, the Hells Angels opened a clubhouse here in Lethbridge. A spokesperson for ALERT says it is deeply concerning that the outlaw motorcycle gang is continuing to expand its Read More
Folks in southern Alberta were treated to a special event over the weekend. The Coalhurst Miners Days. BCN’s Heidi Echavarria was there to capture all of the colour of the parade and filed this Read More
Organizers are ensuring safety and security for attendees especially for those who will be riding their bikes. Safe bike parking will be accessible during the festivities. Paul Kingsmith, Director of Community Engagement with the Lethbridge &Read More
Due to the decrease of wildfires in both B.C. and Alberta, the air quality in Lethbridge and Calgary has been improving slightly. The risk has decreased from high to moderate. Brian Proctor, Meteorologist with Read More
Ready, Set, Go is a program to help low-income families to be able to help kids be more prepared for school this fall in Lethbridge. The Education Manager of the local YMCA, Arnaud Sparks, says Read More
Poor air quality can affect anyone. Wildfires from AB and BC continue to contaminate our air. According to Dr. Allison Gonsalves, Medical officer with Alberta Health Services, there is no safe limit when it comes Read More
There will be more help available to those who are battling homeless issues in Lethbridge. The Alberta government announced today that the city’s Indigenous led emergency shelter will be expanded. Officials say once complete Read More
The wildfires occurring in Alberta and BC are affecting our air quality. Although according to the Air Quality Health Index, cities such as Calgary and Edmonton reach a high-risk level of 10+. So far here in Read More
Lethbridge City Council voted to provide 1.25-million-dollars in a bid to host the 2026 Memorial Cup. During the meeting it was also agreed to provide a letter of support to the Sport Tourism Advisory Committee. The Read More
To build community and to share knowledge. That is what the Interfaith Food Bank’s Help Hobbies Program is all about. The strategy brings together community members to share their talents Tuesdays from 10am until Read More
The Town of Coalhurst will celebrate this year’s Miners Days. The festivity will start this Friday and will run for the whole weekend. Lyndsay Montina, Mayor of Coalhurst says this celebration is a way Read More
Prostate cancer is a serious disease, Adam Kinnaird, Chair in Prostate Cancer Research at the University of Calgary says this condition is the most common internal malignancy in men, which affects around one in eight Read More
It’s been eight days since the Hells Angels set up a club house here in Lethbridge. Since then, some within our community have conflicting thoughts about what the group really represents. Mike Tucker, spokesperson Read More
Some of us in life may be fortunately to live 100 years and live a relatively healthy life. According to United Nations’ population projections for 2024, the world is home to an estimated 722,000 centenarians. Here in Lethbridge Read More
While high temperatures are a nuisance for some, in some cases they can cause death. WOOD’S Homes has launches a new initiative called the Cooling Kit to support homeless youth in Lethbridge. Sarah Shaw, Read More
Today is Tim Hortons Camp Day. The program invests 100 per cent of coffee proceeds to help change the lives of kids and youth in need. Dave Lawlor, A franchise owner in Lethbridge, says Tim Hortons Read More
The folks at Canadian Blood Services says they need more donations. The group in Lethbridge receives hundreds of plasma donations per week but they say more is needed. BCN’s Heidi Echavarria has that Read More