It’s a friendship like no other. Two small southern Alberta mom’s never expected their connection from the ice rink would lead to a organ donation for a lucky 13-year-old teenager in Strathmore. As Angela Stewart explains, the families are very thankful that they found each other. Cumming will be receiving his new kidney on Feb. 7, […]Read More
Students at Cardston Elementary School got a history lesson that’s been seldom taught. It’s one with a personal connection. The school’s vice-principal, Ramona Big Head, is the great-granddaughter of one of the survivors of the 1870 Baker Massacre. It was on this day, January 23, 153 years ago – that 217 Blackfeet people (mostly children […]Read More
They have been married for decades and are still going strong. A Lethbridge couple is sharing their story of how they met, fell in love, and have grown together in good times and bad. As Angela Stewart tells us, the couple says the key to their successful marriage is being each other’s best friend. Read More
The last few weeks have been a rollercoaster ride for one Lethbridge woman. After unexpectedly losing her 40-year-old sister who was also her business partner, Jessica Chaykowski is now dealing with several challenges she never expected to face. Angela Stewart has her story. A GoFundMe page has been set up in Chaykowski’s name with a […]Read More
Sometimes man’s best friend isn’t a dog. For one Lethbridge couple it’s a goat. Boots the Goat has become quite the celebrity in our city. Video Journalist Micah Quinn met up with Boots and his owners to talk about the soon to be 11-month-old goat and his escapades around our city.Read More
Christmas begins on Saturday for Ukrainians, and families who have settled into Lethbridge will be celebrating. A Ukrainian family opened up their home on Friday to showcase some traditional food from their country as well. As BCN’s Micah Quinn explains, the Rotary Club of Lethbridge was instrumental in helping close to 20 Ukrainian families get […]Read More
Anyone who has kids in sports in Lethbridge probably knows Cindy Adachi. She’s become an extended member of the youth sports family because of her unique gift of volunteering her time to capture moments on the field and the ice with her camera. This time, however, it was Adachi’s turn to be gifted when she […]Read More
Sometimes getting a clean slate is all someone needs to be able to beat drugs or alcohol. The Fresh Start Recovery Centre has helped people overcome their addictions for 30 years now. In Lethbridge they have 73 beds available to help out those seeking support. The group held an open house on Friday to welcome […]Read More
Today the University of Lethbridge honored the National Day of Remembrance and action on violence against women. Canadians still mourn for those lost to acts of violence. Thankfully, over the last 12 years stats Canada reports that domestic violence has been decreasing. Officials at the University of Lethbridge held learning lunch highlighting the importance of this […]Read More
As the winter weather and road conditions have set in and we are adjusting our routines and schedules to accommodate winter driving habits AMA’s Manager of driver education Ryan Lamont has a few reminders to keep us safe. “Once that temperature drips or dips below -15 that’s an ideal time to start plugging in your […]Read More
Today is giving Tuesday and while many charities look forward to today, Analog books in Lethbridge is using November 29th to donate a portion of their sales to New West Theatre which is dealing with a financial crisis. “We’ve been a huge supporter of the arts and especially New West Theatre. They’re one of our […]Read More
A Ukrainian woman detailed her harrowing journey to Canada at a SACPA session on Thursday. Alona Sinchuk was forced out of her country two weeks after the Russians invaded Ukraine. As BCN’s Micah Quinn explains, she has been in Lethbridge for a few months now and credits the help of local nonprofits to helping her […]Read More
The sport of wrestling has dazzled and amazed fans for many years. Here in Lethbridge, there is a female wrestler who shares her wrestling journey and her goals of making it to the big stage. Video Journalist Micah Quinn has the details.Read More
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