The holidays are here—but so are the risks of impaired driving. This season, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) is speaking out to keep Canadians safe. Anita Huchala, President of MADD Lethbridge & Area, and Read More
Australia is still in a state of shock after Sunday’s massacre at a Jewish festival at the famous Bondi Beach. The violence erupted after hundreds of Jews had gathered for the “Chanukah by the Read More
It’s been 36 years since the deadly shooting at École Polytechnique in Montreal. Today the University of Lethbridge commemorated the 14 women who were gunned down on December 6, 1989, in a targeted act of gender-based violence. This Read More
This Tuesday, October 7, marks two years since the Hamas terrorist attack on Israel, in which 1,200 people were killed, and around 250 others were kidnapped. Since then, Israelis, Jews, and others with spiritual or political ties to Read More
While national attention remains focused on the tragic act of violence at a Latter-day Saint chapel in Grand Blanc, Michigan, the shockwaves of the incident have reached into the LDS here in Lethbridge. As details Read More
Last week, the public assassination of Charlie Kirk, the Christian and conservative commentator, shook North America and continues to reverberate around the world. Since then, numerous actions have been held to show support to Kirk’Read More
A couple from Edmonton have been charged by Lethbridge Police with the theft of more than 47 thousand dollars’ worth of gold chains. The break-in at the Park Place Mall happened on August 23rd at about 5:30 Read More
The province of Nova Scotia made headlines in early August, when premier Tim Houston ordered a ban on hiking and outdoor activities in the forests – due to the risk of wildfires. There are many who Read More
It’s a battle millions of Canadians are fighting. The battle to lose weight and in turn live a healthier life. But the Better Business Bureau is once again warning people to beware of health Read More
A man and woman have been charged by Lethbridge Police for drug trafficking offences after Police seized over 3,700 doses of street drugs, including a variety of light-green fentanyl molded into ‘gummy-bear’ shapes. On July 9th Read More
Summer is here, which means kids will be home for the holidays, allowing them to manipulate their devices even more. Due to the growing trend of child sexual abuse material (images and videos created using Read More
A local not-for-profit organization is asking the community to help them raise 100 thousand dollars to fight child sex slavery. The group Not4Sale is holding a fundraising gala this Friday, May 23rd, in Parallel Church Read More
It seems in every federal election, the issue of gun control comes up. Our nation continues to see high levels of violent crime, which many believe is fueled by the number of guns in Canada. Read More
It’s Valentine’s Day and love is in the air – but so are romance scams. Wes Lafortune, Media Relations with the Better Business Bureau explains how to avoid these pretend Romeo and Juliets who Read More
An American murderer, Sharon Kinne, wanted by authorities in the United States and Mexico had been living here in southern Alberta for nearly 50 years without being found by police. Our BCN Heidi Echavarria has this Read More
Lethbridge Police are looking for a man who allegedly offered a ride to a 14-year-boy then sexually assaulted him in his car on January 17th. Police say the boy was offered the ride while walking Read More
Residents of a north Lethbridge neighborhood were shocked this morning when police knocked on their door to tell them a body had been found in their alley. Lethbridge Police Service was on the scene between 1Read More
Lethbridge Police say the third suspect in a motel homicide in late December has turned herself in. All three suspects are charged with first-degree murder and arson.Read More
Have you ever gone outside looking for your vehicle and it is not where you last parked it? You notice that it was not stolen but something else traumatic happened to it. Well, that is Read More
Recognizing Remembrance Day in Canada is a way to honour all of those who fought and died for our freedoms. In part one of this special report, BCN’s Heidi Echavarria was at the Bomber 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
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
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 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
A former Lethbridge police inspector has pleaded guilty to Breach of Trust while he worked at the Domestic Violence Action Centre. Bill Kaye appeared in Lethbridge Provincial court Tuesday to make the plea, admitting to Read More
Lethbridge Police has charged 28-year-old Corbin John Maxwell with attempted murder after he broke into a women’s apartment and attacked her while she was asleep.Read More
The sentencing hearing for Anthony Olienick and Chris Carbert saw the court hear sentencing pitches from the Crown and the Defense, including the Crown recommending a 9-year sentence for each men.Read More
In the aftermath of a tragedy like the fire in Jasper this week, people naturally want to do everything they can to help. However, these kinds of events can provide fertile ground for fraudsters looking Read More
Rural crime in southern Alberta has seen a significant decrease since 2023. We speak with RCMP Superintendent, Mike McCauley to find out why.Read More
Lethbridge Police have a man in custody following a high-risk incident on Tuesday afternoon at a residence along the 3000 block of 20th Avenue south. Police say the man, who had previously barricaded himself inside of Read More
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Average Lethbridge residential price in December up 20%
A new report from the Alberta Real Estate Association showcasing housing statistics for December 2025 claim that the average price...
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Applications open for Community Priorities Grant Program
The Community Foundation is now accepting applications for its Community Priorities Grant Program and the Henry Varley Fund for Rural...
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Smiles and Snacks outreach to Polytechnic students
Every Tuesday students at Lethbridge Polytechnic are offering fellow students Smiles and Snacks. It’s an initiative led by volunteers from...
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Lethbridge man facing sex trafficking charges after 3 girls found in apartment
A Lethbridge man is facing charges in relation to sexual assault, exploitation and human trafficking. BCN’s Naveen Day has more details.
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LFES battles multiple grass fires in one day
UPDATE: Wednesday, January 14, 2026 Lethbridge Police have changed a 44-year-old woman with arson in connection to the resulting grass...
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Applications open for Community Priorities Grant Program
The Community Foundation is now accepting applications for its Community Priorities Grant Program and the Henry Varley Fund for Rural...
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Smiles and Snacks outreach to Polytechnic students
Every Tuesday students at Lethbridge Polytechnic are offering fellow students Smiles and Snacks. It’s an initiative led by volunteers from...
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Protests against Iran’s theocratic government spread to U.S.
Activists say over 600 people have been killed in Iran as the government cracks down on protesters across the country....
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Dog attack that killed 13-year-old raises safety concerns
The recent fatal dog attack in Nova Scotia, in which a 13–year-old boy was killed while riding his bike, has raised concerns across the country about public safety and...
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Economic impact on Canada if U.S. shifts to Venezuelan oil
Since the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro last Saturday, expert opinions have multiplied regarding the future of Venezuelan oil...
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