On March 28th, a wildfire scorched thousands of acres of land at the Blood Reserve here in Southern Alberta. BCN's Laurice Alexander has the story of one of the families affected by the tragedy. Read More
Canada is bleeding green today. It is Green Shirt Day. The day was inspired by hockey player Logan Boulet who donated his organs shortly after the tragic Humboldt Broncos bus crash in 2018. A car dealership in Lethbridge was decked out in green today to honour our local hero.Read More
Restaurants have been ordered to close in person dining once again as of 12pm Friday but patio service will still be permitted in Alberta. Takeout orders are still being allowed as well but the Alberta Hospitality Association says those sales represent just five percent of the industry and the closure of indoor dining once again […]Read More
For many, tax season can be stressful and even more so this year during the pandemic. This tax season opens with new rules thanks to COVID-19. If you are self employed and claiming items like mortgage payments, utilities and internet can make or break your business. Tax experts say the choice can be complicated. Read More
Hair salons that have been allowed to reopen in Alberta have been scrambling to slot in a backlog of clients who are looking to clean up during the lockdown. As BCN's Laurice Alexander explains, some stylists are having a tough time trying to keep up with the demand of tangled tresses. Read More
A 17 year old Lethbridge high school student is keeping busy these days with a thriving business. Josh Bowker started a car detailing business and says he won’t be putting the brakes on this anytime soon.Read More
The Medicine Shoppe near Chinook Regional Hospital in Lethbridge will be providing vaccines to seniors above the age of 65 starting next week.Read More
As tax season approaches, Canadians are faced with filing for an unprecedented year - job losses, federal financial aid and working from home are just some of the major adjustments made over 2020. Read More
Analog Books voted as Best New Business 2021 in Lethbridge.Read More
Making music during the pandemic? The Steve Keenan Band knows a thing or two about that. Pandemic or not the local band is bringing melodies to the world through the release of a brand new CD. BCN's Laurice Alexander has the details.Read More
BCN's Laurice Alexander spoke with the executive director of the Lethbridge Soup Kitchen, Bill Ginther, to find out why he is running for Lethbridge City Council.Read More
Lethbridge County is once again accepting applications for its second-annual Bursary Program.Read More
A local flooring store will be doing something special for all the hardworking tradespeople in Lethbridge. “Coffee with contractors” is exactly what it sounds like, but there’s a little more to this story. Laurice Alexander has the details.Read More
A local clothing store has experienced some growth during the COVID-19 lockdowns. The owner of Seyyes Clothing is thrilled about opening a new store in downtown Lethbridge and being able to expand even during the pandemic.Read More
Andrea True Joy Fox was a former district principal and a teacher for over ten years. Fox is now the host of a popular podcast she started in the midst of a pandemic. The podcast entitled Talks with a Fox, features local artists, authors, and anyone with an impactful story to tell.Read More
Students at The Children of St. Martha Elementary School took part in an event which saw them learn and write notes of encouragement to those who are suffering from homelessness. The students underwent what is called a kindness workshop administered by the non-profit group called Blankets of Hope.Read More
If you want to escape the pandemic for a little while and live in a fairytale, a Crowsnest Pass resort may be what you need. The Leavitt family has been making high end children's backyard playhouses for the rich and famous for five years — with some fetching up to a half-million dollars. Now, you can experience the same magic, Laurice Alexander has the details.Read More
Pastor Artur Pawlowski, who leads a street ministry in Calgary is a die-hard disciple. He spoke with BCN's Laurice Alexander about preaching the gospel and feeding the poor at any cost, even his own life.Read More
A restaurant in Lethbridge experienced a break-in this week. Crime is not new to our city but the owner of Fusion BBQ is extremely frustrated. As Laurice Alexander explains, the owner is speaking out about the incident.Read More
Libraries and book lovers across the country are celebrating I Read Canadian Day. Initiated by author Eric Walters, it is a national day of celebrating books written by Canadians for young people. It honours the richness, diversity and breadth of Canadian literature.Read More
Fears that the COVID-19 pandemic could fuel a ‘divorce boom’ are misplaced, according to a local divorce lawyer. Despite the strains of lockdown and home-schooling, married couples are keeping their promises.Read More
The Southern Alberta real estate market is yielding some encouraging numbers after a few slow months due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Sales are up this past year — but is this a trend that can sustain itself in the coming months? We speak to a Lethbridge realtor who tells us more.Read More
Love is in the air and it is contagious. Bouquets and romantic dinners are making a strong comeback this weekend. And as Laurice Alexander speaks with a Lethbridge florist and The Water Tower Grill, she tells us why they’re busy and what’s love got to do with it.Read More
A Calgary-based harm reduction society is seeking permission to distribute clean needles and other items to prevent sexually transmitted diseases among the most vulnerable in Lethbridge.Read More
Ten thousand restaurants across Canada have closed due to the pandemic, according to the owner of Hickory Street BBQ Restaurant in Stirling, ABRead More
Valentine’s Day is about sharing and showing love to those around you, and after a difficult year, it’s more important than ever to spread love to one another. House of Cars curated a list of locally owned restaurants to support, while simultaneously hosting a contest where you can treat your loved one to a delicious meal.Read More
The extreme cold weather is posing a serious safety concern for Lethbridge’s homeless population, homelessness advocates and community services workers have said.Read More
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