Folks at Lethbridge Polytechnic unveiled their new logo today. The post-secondary formerly known as Lethbridge College changed their name on September 3rd of this year. Officials say the name change was necessary since it was Read More
Lots of beauty and color is set to return to the Lethbridge and District Exhibition next month. Glow Lethbridge with its thousands of lights will be brightening things up November 22 to December 31. The Theme this Read More
Making energy-efficient home improvements and renewable energy upgrades is the goal of the Clean Energy Improvement Program. It is a new initiative launched by the Town of Taber. The Facilities and Energy Manager, Blake Hranac, Read More
Online child sexual exploitation continues to hurt our children. According to Stats Canada, child luring accounted for 77 per cent of online sexual offences against children. Since predators never miss an opportunity to find victims, parents Read More
A Lethbridge family witnessed first-hand how caring a community can be. The Starlight Children’s Foundation Canada helped bring hope and joy when it was needed the most. BCN’s Heidi Echavarria has the details Read More
Talking about child abuse prevention can never be enough, especially when it comes to raising awareness about an issue that sadly affects many homes. The Manager of the Chinook Child and Youth Advocacy Centre, Cheryl Read More
Although many of us warn our children to avoid becoming victims of online child sexual exploitation and abuse sadly, according to Stats Canada, many still fall victim to predators. Corporal Heather Bangle who works with Read More
Angels are not only those who wear wings, those who help their neighbors in times of need are also considered good angels. A special initiative to help those who cannot shovel snow is coming to Read More
With growth and expansion comes challenges. This is part of what the Holy Spirit Catholic School Division is experiencing. The board announced early this week that the division enrolled more than 5,500 students, which is 4.35 per Read More
Research indicates that winter precipitation accounts for a significant percentage of the moisture received throughout the year. While it is true that rain plays a crucial role in helping our crops to thrive, a melting Read More
High summer temperatures and, above all, a lack of rain were the main challenges facing the 2024 harvest season in Alberta. David Bishop, Region One Director for Alberta Grains, explains which types of crops produced the Read More
The Holy Spirit Catholic School Division grew by 4.35 per cent or 234 more students than last year. School officials say there are now more than 5,300 students enrolled in the Division in Lethbridge this school year. The Read More
So, where do today’s youth aged 15 to 17 get their sexual health information? According to Stats Canada 85 per cent of our young people say they have gone to an adult for help or advice about Read More
Sadly, domestic violence still exists in many homes in Alberta. The YWCA Lethbridge and District has launched its annual campaign called The Week Without Violence. Lorien Johansen who is with the YWCA marketing and communications Read More
Stockings of Hope is returning to the YWCA Lethbridge and District. The gift giving campaign returns on Friday. It will kick off the group’s Christmas campaign which helps women and their families in need. Read More
For the second year in a row, the Interfaith Food Bank in Lethbridge has been recognized as one of Charity Intelligence’s Top 100 Charities. It means that it is one of the charities that has Read More
The province announced that more than 820 million dollars in infrastructure funding will be going to Lethbridge and other Alberta municipalities during the 2025-2026 period. That represents an increase of around 13 per cent compared to the 2024 Read More
During hurricane season, it’s not just the locals in the areas where the hurricane hits that are affected. Travelers also suffer from these natural disasters. Inspired Vacations owner, Tracy Hamilton, explains what passengers should Read More
Slowing down when we drive in certain areas not only prevents tickets but ensures public safety. It is normal to take such precautions in school and playground zones, parks, hospitals and residential areas. It appears, Read More
This week the world remembered the horrific events of Oct 7th when 12 hundred people were murdered in southern Israel by the terrorist group Hamas. More than 200 were also taken captive. There are still around 105 still Read More
This is Fire Prevention Week 2024. The theme this year is “Smoke alarms: make them work for you!” It is to remind those in our community to keep smoke detectors up to date. The fire chief Read More
This Monday, October 7th, Israel marks one year since the Hamas terrorist attack. The bombings received by Hamas became the background noise that haunts the population of Israel. Meanwhile, Israelis, Jews and other compatriots scattered Read More
More than just volunteering, it’s about working together as a community so that no child in Lethbridge and southwestern Alberta has to go without shoes. That is the mindset of the Faith-in-Action students at Read More
Many people have been scammed through voicemail, text, email or phone calls. How can you protect yourself? Lethbridge Police hosted a town hall at Lakeview Elementary School warning south Lethbridge residents about scammers’ traps. BCN’Read More
In a world where addictions seem to be on the rise, there are also those who manage to overcome them. Gambling is one of the addictions that affects both men and women. According to researchers Read More
Community support through charitable works really does reach those most in need. A Lethbridge family witnessed this firsthand thanks to the help of the Ronald McDonald House. Our city was recently recognized for selling some Read More
A pair of nine- and 10-year-old boys from Lethbridge had a scare, in which one of them almost drowned and his best friend pulled him out of the water. Benjamin Nunez is now recognized Read More
For the first time in history, Canadian war brides from the Second World War will be meeting together in Lethbridge. The Canadian War Brides and Families Association is anticipating the arrival of hundreds of women Read More
More volunteer crisis support workers are needed in the Lethbridge Police Victim/Witness Services program. The group’s manager, Catherine Pooley, says these volunteer workers aid victims or witnesses of crime and trauma by navigating Read More
Christmas is fast approaching. It is always a special time to give and to receive. In the same spirit of good deeds, many Canadians like to give to those most in need. The Church of Read More
