Statistics Canada released a report last week outlining job losses throughout May. 68,000 jobs were reported lost in the month, with almost all of the losses coming from part-time work. The Chief Executive Officer for Economic Read More
Starting a GoFundMe can be just the push a nonprofit needs during the pandemic. The Lethbridge Legion started one to help raise funds for a leaky roof on the building. The funds were met, and Read More
Seniors play a huge role in our lives, and June 7 to 13 marks Seniors’ Week to honour those who paved the way before us. As Micah Quinn reports, a Taber organization was out at senior homes Read More
The bodies of a Coaldale man and woman were found in a state of decomposition after authorities entered a residence for a wellness check. Police say neighbours reported not hearing from the residents in quite Read More
The sound of popcorn munching, and candy wrappers opening will be back. The Movie Mill and Cineplex in Lethbridge will be open for business on June 10. As Micah Quinn explains, The Mill has offered a Read More
The University of Lethbridge held a ceremony today to honour the memory of the 215 school children who were found buried underneath a Kamloops Residential School site. The remains were found by a ground penetrating radar Read More
Chances are you may have seen a hollowed out tree in Nicholas Sheran Park. This isn’t any normal tree, inside are rocks and pieces of wood painted with words of kindness. As Micah Quinn Read More
With high temperatures in our city comes the potential of heatstroke. The City of Lethbridge is encouraging all of us to stay safe when heading outside. Luke Palmer, the Emergency Preparedness Manager for the city, Read More
Many would argue that music is a vital part of any community. The Lethbridge Symphony Orchestra has made it their mission to help students learn their instruments, whether it be in person, or online. As Read More
The Indigenous Recovery Coach Program was started in 2018 as a response to help those in the Indigenous community who have struggled with addiction. Some of that help includes traditional healing practices. The recovery centre supports Read More
The Canadian Collegiate Esports League will be launching a gaming tournament for university students. The CCEL is a competitive gaming industry that showcases students from over 13 post-secondary schools throughout Canada, including the University of Lethbridge. Read More
Streaming media has become a go to for many Lethbridge residents during the pandemic. In 2014, the Lethbridge Public Library brought forth the streaming platform called Hoopla to allow anyone who has a library card to Read More
The Alberta government’s budget cuts for universities and colleges has been a tough pill to swallow for both the University of Lethbridge and Lethbridge College. According to the budget, post-secondaries in Alberta are expected Read More
Restaurants in our city are now allowed to reopen their outdoor patios for business on June 1. This means a lot of work for local business owners, but most are thrilled and ready to go. The Read More
Virtual reality has become a big factor in businesses’ success in our city. Lethbridge College’s Merging Realities event will focus on ways that virtual reality has helped out business owners in our city in Read More
May marks Lyme Disease Awareness Month. Ticks burrow their way into the skin of humans and animals causing harm. A lyme disease specialist says she wants to educate the public about ways they can protect Read More
Today marks the end of the Second Battle of Ypres during the First World War in 1915. The fight raged on for over a month with more than 6500 Canadians killed, injured or captured. It was also Read More
Many organizations have had to pivot to find new creative ways to generate funding during the pandemic. Lethbridge Family Centre has partnered with GPS Container Depot to start a community bottle drive to raise money Read More
A new sugar beet research project from Lethbridge College is set to receive a huge financial boost. The initiative will use automation and wireless technology to improve the storage of sugar beets. As Micah Quinn Read More
Mothers Against Drunk Driving are once again reminding drivers to make a conscious effort to not get behind the wheel if they are impaired this May long weekend. The Crashed Car campaign is a simulated Read More
Students learning from home and at school are set to receive some much needed equipment. The Evangelical Free Church of Lethbridge has donated 40 chromebooks to the Lethbridge School Division. As Micah Quinn explains, six schools Read More
The Southern Alberta Crime Stoppers branch is encouraging locals to hop on their bikes and ride for a good cause. Staff have launched the Cycle For Crime Stoppers fundraising event, and the goal is $5,000. All Read More
Many families have had to make the switch to transition their kids from learning at school, to at-home education due to COVID-19 restrictions. A new collaboration by community members and organizations is making sure that Read More
The Casa Art Gallery is breathing new life into the windows of the centre. A fundraiser called Pop Into Spring has begun to support arts programming. All of the funds will be going towards helping Read More
Residents of southern Alberta are now free to roam around the Alberta Birds of Prey Centre. The foundation reopened for the season on May 15th, and as Micah Quinn explains, when you stop by you Read More
A new initiative is encouraging us to shop local and wear a mask while doing so. The Youth Advisory Council of Lethbridge created the YQL Mask Challenge to showcase local businesses that are needing the Read More
Scams involving contractors are happening a lot more lately. Hiring a company for lawn care can be a nightmare, and for one man that meant losing money after the company asked for payment up front Read More
We’ve all heard a lot about pandemic burnout affecting Albertans. A local church has started a new initiative called Ride Don’t Hide YQL to help those struggling with their mental health. The event Read More
The idea of what reconciliation means to the community has been a hot button topic in the past few years since the Truth and Reconciliation Commission was released in 2015. Much has been said about residential Read More
Students of post-secondary institutions have faced a tough time during the pandemic. Lethbridge College has developed an initiative called the Ready to Rise campaign to help those who have been impacted the most. As Micah Read More
