Due to the heavy traffic delays created on Wednesday by the Whoop-Up Bridge incident, many were wondering if a third vehicular bridge would be built. In 2022, Lethbridge City Council voted unanimously to accept an Administration Read More
Lethbridge Police have charged the semi-trailer driver involved in the Whoop-Up bridge incident. On Wednesday morning a semi-truck with a flatbed loaded with two excavating vehicles was traveling to a west Lethbridge construction site. The Read More
The City of Lethbridge is moving forward with critical upgrades to its Water Treatment Plant. A total of 67.2 million dollars is being invested into these upgrades, 42.3 million dollars will be allocated for a new water Read More
The Coaldale Summer Festival returns. From August 8th to 10th, residents and visitors will celebrate this time-honored event featuring music, food, family fun, and local pride. Clayton Varjassy, Community Experience Manager for the Town of Read More
Every time you donate blood, you save three lives, and it only takes an hour. Donating blood is an altruistic act for millions of Canadian, but more donors are always needed. Canadian Blood Services is Read More
This summer has been a little different in the southern Alberta town of Claresholm. After more than four decades in the community, the Claresholm Farmers Market has had to cancel the remainder of its season Read More
Lethbridge is preparing to celebrate its cultural diversity with Heritage Day 2025. On Monday, August 4, Henderson Lake Park will become a vibrant stage for music, food, art, and traditions represented by the diverse communities that make Read More
Starting next year, front-line officers with the Lethbridge Police Service (LPS) will begin wearing body-worn cameras, a move driven by a provincial mandate aimed at increasing transparency and public trust in law enforcement. LPS Chief Read More
Tourism Lethbridge is pleased with the early response to its new app. The Explore Lethbridge App, which launched in June, has more than 300 users already signed up. Dominika Wojcik with Tourism Lethbridge explains the app Read More
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre took part in the sole by-election debate Tuesday night for the riding of Battle River-Crowfoot – this is the riding where more than 200 candidates are running – thanks for the longest ballot committee…Read More
Katy Perry and former PM Justin Trudeau spotted on a “date”? Plus, an attempt to mess with the Battle River-Crowfoot by-election ballot may have backfired. Elections Canada now says they will use what they are Read More
Thailand and Cambodia were at war for five days before a ceasefire agreement was struck; also, President Trump gives Russia less than two weeks to stop the war with Ukraine or else they will pay Read More
Today, Communities in Bloom judges visited the Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden, as the site proudly takes part in the 31st edition of the national Communities in Bloom program. This year, the Garden is being evaluated 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
Coalhurst Miners’ Day 2025 is more than just a festival; this weekend marks a special event, coinciding with the town’s 30th anniversary. Beginning Friday at 6 and continuing through Saturday, the Coalhurst community and surrounding areas Read More
Canada’s population continues to age, and we are seeing an increase in the number of seniors across our country. They bring a wealth of wisdom and experience that we can benefit from, but seniors Read More
Seasons Retirement Communities held the 2025 Remarkable Residents Program at its senior living communities in Canada, an event celebrating those who make these spaces truly special. This year’s event featured heartwarming stories of resilience, wisdom, Read More
Talk of Alberta separatism has been heating up with discussions of a referendum on the issue as early as this fall. Critics say this is just a small group of mal contents stirring the pot; Read More
This week begins sentencing hearing for Freedom Convoy frontrunners Chris Barber and Tamara Lich, but is the prosecution politically motivated? Also, Prime Minister Mark Carney is meeting with premiers from across the country to update Read More
A Canadian missing child case comes to a heartbreaking end in the U.S.; also accusations are surfacing that officials in the Obama administration made-up the Russian collusion narrative – here with details about these stories Read More
Not all stories are told in books — some are carved in stone. A summer tour at Lethbridge’s oldest cemetery invites visitors to discover the city’s past, one grave at a time. Our BCN’Read More
Lethbridge County is boosting the future of science and technology, giving a 2-thousand dollars scholarship for local students beginning their post-secondary studies in or related to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics or STEM fields this Read More
Poilievre says he’s pro Canada and disagrees with Alberta separation. Tyler Dawson of the National Post shares his thoughts on this and more, including the over 1,300 reported cases of measles reported in Alberta – surpassing Read More
Elevated levels of fecal bacteria alert about water quality at Enchant Pond. Therefore, Alberta Health Services has issued a statement warning the public not to swim or wade at the Enchant Municipal Park beach area. Read More
In its commitment to expanding access to kidney health services, the Alberta government is investing $22 million over three years towards renal dialysis expansion and modernization at the Chinook Regional Hospital. To learn more, BCN’s Read More
Wildfire smoke is also causing poor air quality right here in Lethbridge and surrounding areas. Environment and Climate Change Canada reported that the poor air quality is due to smoke from wildfires occurring in Saskatchewan. Read More
Prime Minister Mark Carney’s ethics disclosure filings have been released. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre had lots to say about it. Also, will Canada strike a deal with the U.S. without raising tariffs? Brian Read More
A Shooting rampage at a church in Kentucky leaves three dead; the U.S Department of Justice is criticized for their handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files; and Trump sends more air defense missiles to Read More
Summer is the time of year when we enjoy outdoor activities. For that, the City of Lethbridge offers places for safe enjoyment and recreation. For residents to stay cool there are the public water stations, Read More
Every Wednesday during summer, Festival Square is dressed up as a fair, bringing the best of the region’s local goods to the community. From farm-fresh produce and artisan baking to handcrafted goods and homegrown Read More
