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 CTF warns Albertans about debt After 2026‑27 budget

CTF warns Albertans about debt After 2026‑27 budget

Heidi Echavarria February 27, 2026

The Alberta 2026-27 budget was announced on Wednesday. The Canadian Taxpayers Federation or CTF reacted by warning Albertans about what it calls a “dangerous debt spiral” in the wake of the budget. Kris Sims CTF Read More

 Canada Missing the Moment, U.S. becomes Global Oil Hub

Canada Missing the Moment, U.S. becomes Global Oil Hub

Jeannette Rocher January 15, 2026

Toronto Sun political commentator Brian Lilley joins Bridge City News from Washington to break down what growing U.S. influence over oil markets means for Canada, as investment flows toward Venezuela and pressure builds on Read More

 Economic impact on Canada if U.S. shifts to Venezuelan oil

Economic impact on Canada if U.S. shifts to Venezuelan oil

Heidi Echavarria January 9, 2026

Since the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro last Saturday,  expert opinions have multiplied regarding the future of Venezuelan oil amidst negotiations being pursued by the White House and the new Venezuelan administration, considering Read More

 Why So Many Canadians Are Falling Into Homelessness

Why So Many Canadians Are Falling Into Homelessness

Jeannette Rocher December 23, 2025

As the cost of living rises and winter sets in, life on the streets is getting even harder. We’re joined by Ken Kissick, co-founder of Streets Alive Mission in Lethbridge, to talk about homelessness Read More

 Alberta vs BC: Building a Pipeline Without Chaos?

Alberta vs BC: Building a Pipeline Without Chaos?

Jeannette Rocher December 18, 2025

Alberta and Ottawa have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding to build a pipeline to the BC coast but the deal is far from simple. Higher carbon taxes, Clean Electricity Regulations, and potential opposition from Read More

 Stockwell Day, former Harper cabinet member discusses election

Stockwell Day, former Harper cabinet member discusses election

Jeannette Rocher April 22, 2025

Here we are in the final week of the election trail.  What are our politicians promising? And who will Canadians put their trust in?   Joining us to weigh in is the honorable Stockwell Day – former Read More

 Streets Alive receives large donation from the Giving Machine campaign

Streets Alive receives large donation from the Giving Machine campaign

Heidi Echavarria April 4, 2025

Almost 20 thousand dollars is the donation that Street Alive Mission received from the Giving Machine initiative. As part of the Light of World, the initiative wraps up the 2024 campaign giving to the community what received Read More

 Lethbridge creates economic task force responding to tariffs

Lethbridge creates economic task force responding to tariffs

Heidi Echavarria March 5, 2025

In local news, a group of organizations in Southern Alberta has launched a new economic initiative to enable success amidst US tariffs, which will likely be disruptive to the provincial economy because the Alberta government Read More

 Visiting food banks is not just about poverty

Visiting food banks is not just about poverty

Heidi Echavarria December 20, 2024

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

 Can immigration policy negatively impact Lethbridge Polytechnic

Can immigration policy negatively impact Lethbridge Polytechnic

Heidi Echavarria October 30, 2024

It appears as though Lethbridge Polytechnic will be receiving 8 million dollars less in funding in 2025 which may cause job losses at the post-secondary institution. Lethbridge Polytechnic, like other schools, is preparing to receive less international Read More

 New mortgage rules might not make a difference

New mortgage rules might not make a difference

Brett Browne August 1, 2024

New mortgage rules from the federal government came into effect today. First-time home buyers will have the option of stretching the amortization period of their mortgage out to 30 years. That’s an increase of five Read More

 Report says Israeli hostages taken from journalist’s home

Report says Israeli hostages taken from journalist’s home

Hal Roberts June 10, 2024

A number of Israeli hostages have been rescued by the Israeli military. Reports say the hostages who were taken captive were being held at an Al Jazeera journalist’s house. Foreign Affairs expert Lisa Daftari Read More

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    June 9, 2026 June 9, 2026

    A digital billboard in the town of Taber is triggering debate and controversy, including claims of election interference. The advertisement...

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  • Fire damages three homes, including reported drug house

    June 9, 2026 June 9, 2026

    A fire has caused substantial damage to two homes and heat damage to a third in south Lethbridge on Tuesday...

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  • Canada’s First 24/7 Reformer Pilates Studio Comes to Lethbridge

    June 9, 2026 June 9, 2026

    For people who love pilates, a new studio is coming to Lethbridge. Located on the city’s west side, Reformher Pilates Studio will give...

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  • Residents invited to celebrate Neighbour Day on June 13

    June 9, 2026 June 9, 2026

    Residents in Lethbridge will have an opportunity to strengthen community connections as Neighbour Day is celebrated on June 13th. The annual event is hosted...

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  • LPS charges street racers, issues over 100 traffic violations

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    Lethbridge Police have charged two young motorists with dangerous driving following a street race on Mayor Magrath Drive south where...

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  • Canada’s First 24/7 Reformer Pilates Studio Comes to Lethbridge

    June 9, 2026 June 9, 2026

    For people who love pilates, a new studio is coming to Lethbridge. Located on the city’s west side, Reformher Pilates Studio will give...

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  • Residents invited to celebrate Neighbour Day on June 13

    June 9, 2026 June 9, 2026

    Residents in Lethbridge will have an opportunity to strengthen community connections as Neighbour Day is celebrated on June 13th. The annual event is hosted...

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  • County dust suppression applications open until July 12

    June 8, 2026 June 8, 2026

    People who live in Lethbridge County know that life on gravel roads comes with a lot of dust, especially during the busy harvest season....

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  • Residents invited to help shape community wellbeing funding

    June 8, 2026 June 8, 2026

    Do you enjoy sharing ideas, getting involved in your community, and helping make a difference? This could be your opportunity....

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  • Streets Alive seeks community support for $70,000 one-day goal

    June 5, 2026 June 5, 2026

    Today is Streets Alive Mission’s Giving Day, a community-wide fundraising campaign with a goal of raising $70,000 in just one...

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