Junior College, Lethbridge Community College, Lethbridge College, and now Lethbridge Polytechnic. Those have been the different names assigned to the post-secondary school since it opened its doors in 1957. Last year, for the first time in 67 Read More
Since January 2024, Canada recognized January as Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month. This follows the International Agency for Research on Cancer classifying firefighting as a known human carcinogen in June 2022. According to Statistics Canada, firefighters have a 9% Read More
Science now recognizes that reading the Bible and praying are beneficial to our lives. Our BCN’s Heidi Echavaria chatted with the Lead Pastor of Parallel Church, Kelly Stickel who gives more insight.Read More
International Women’s Day is coming up March 8th. In honour of the event, the YWCA Lethbridge 2025 Women of Distinction Awards is now open for community members to nominate exceptional and inspirational women. The group’Read More
The Chinook is a particular phenomenon, well known to people in Western Canada, that brings warm and dry winds during the wintertime. Warning Preparedness Meteorologist with Environment Canada, Alysa Pederson, explains how this phenomenon works Read More
While many think about making resolutions to improve the physical body, as Christians we must remember what the apostle Paul says in 1 Timothy 4:8. “Physical training is good, but training for godliness is much better, promising Read More
New year, new projects to develop and, of course, new blessings. Streets Alive Mission began the year with the takeover and immediate demolition and remodeling of what will be the new building of its mission Read More
A new year often means new year resolutions. It’s an opportunity for a fresh start for many of us and implementing healthier habits into our lives. Heidi Echavarria spoke with a nutrition expert about Read More
Technology has long served as a safety measure. A cell phone, for example, can get you out of a bind during an emergency. That’s why Lethbridge Family Services and other charities are continuing, for Read More
Thanks to the generosity of many, Christmas Hope agencies assisted over 9,200 hundred people this Christmas season. The campaign aims to help those in need by providing toys to children and food hampers to families. Danielle Read More
This is the time of year when many get together with friends and family for meals, but the sad reality is some don’t have a place to go or a special Christmas dinner to Read More
It seems that everyday food banks are becoming indispensable for many families. What was once a temporary way to provide food in times of need, has become important even for families who have jobs, but Read More
Everything is ready to celebrate the 2024 Blackfoot Winter Solstice. This is a major event for Blackfoot people as they acknowledge and respect the coming home of the sun. The community is invited to attend this Read More
The year is almost over. Many are preparing for the Christmas holidays and others are getting ready to welcome in the New Year. The Interfaith Food Bank is preparing to meet the needs of low-income Read More
Costumes, volunteers and animals are all set for Immanuel Lutheran Church of Lethbridge’s live nativity. The community is invited to come out this Friday to remember the reason for the season. The church’s Read More
This is the season for giving. In celebrating that theme, the Lethbridge Community Band Society will be hosting the 31st Annual Mayor’s Christmas Concert. This year the Interfaith Food Bank was selected to receive Read More
As part of Giving Tuesday the annual Buy A Student A Breakfast campaign is on at the University of Lethbridge. The President of the U of L Alumni Association, Cyndi Crane, says that Uof L Read More
The changes to the Automated Traffic Enforcement program announced on Monday by Alberta Transport Minister Devin Dreeshen, is not sitting well with everyone. Lethbridge Police Chief, Shahin Mehdizadeh, says cancelling a number of photo Read More
On December the 3rd, the word celebrates Giving Tuesday. It is a time to donate to great causes, helping those most in need. It is a great time to support local non-profit groups which seek Read More
Using scientifically unapproved substances to alleviate the symptoms of ADHD or Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder seems to be on the rise. Mark Davids, Manager of accessibility services with Lethbridge Polytechnic, explains how marijuana and other substances Read More
While addictions destroy the lives of many, there are those who are there to lend a helping hand during a drug crisis. BCN’s Heidi Echavarria has the story now of a youth worker who Read More
There is still hope for those battling addictions and willing to get help. Facilities in southern Alberta like Fresh Start Recovery offer a huge positive contribution to the community. The Executive Director at Fresh Start Read More
Alberta’s municipal elections will take place Oct 20, 2025. Lethbridge City officials say some big changes will be taking place next year. Bonnie Hilford, Elections Returning Officer and Lethbridge City Clerk says the modifications are in Read More
The ‘Get a Tune-up, Give a Tune-up’ campaign is the new community-focused initiative aimed at supporting our local youth. The folks at BikeLane are partnering with Big Brothers Big Sisters in Lethbridge to help launch Read More
A car seat check stop program was carried out today by the Lethbridge Police Services. The initiative seeks to ensure child occupant restraints are properly installed, answer questions and provide installation advice. The Sargent in Read More
This is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. During month of November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women is also being recognized. Violence against women hurts all of us. In an effort Read More
For many Canadians, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder is a childhood condition. The reality, however, is that adults can also suffer from ADHD. That is why it is so important to have a proper diagnosis of the Read More
Research suggests that good mental health is more than the absence of an illness, it is a positive consequence of well-being. Mark Slomp, Registered Psychologist and Executive Director of Student Services at the University of Read More
December is coming and with it lots of snow, music, gifts and of course Christmas. Many in our community can once again enjoy Glow Lethbridge which features thousands of lights indoors. BCN’s Heidi Echavarria Read More
Researchers describe ADHD or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder as a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how the brain regulates attention, impulses and activity levels. The Manager of Accessibility Services with Lethbridge Polytechnic, Mark Davids, explains what Read More
