Is Alberta entering a new era of economic growth? Premier Danielle Smith is celebrating another major announcement as the Pathways carbon capture project moves forward, adding to recent pipeline proposals and a multi-billion-dollar AI data Read More
Online gambling is expanding in Alberta—but what does that mean for players, families, and communities? With the province opening its regulated online iGaming market, Albertans can now place casino and sports bets from almost Read More
Could Canada be on the verge of its biggest pipeline expansion in years? With proposals for a new west coast pipeline and the Northern Shield Energy Corridor linking Alberta to Ontario, the debate over Canada’Read More
From trying alcohol for the first time at the age of 10 to losing her children—because of her addictions – Robin Fox’s story is one of hardship and resilience. Our Heidi Echavarria brings us Robin’Read More
The Lethbridge Soup Kitchen is urging the community to donate after a donation it was expecting didn’t come in on time. There is always a fall in donations in the spring and summer months. Read More
A fire ban is now in effect across the City of Lethbridge’s River Valley and in Lethbridge County. Officials are responding to elevated wildfire risk driven by warm temperatures, dry conditions, and low humidity. Read More
There has been considerable controversy surrounding the proposal for Alberta to eliminate the time change and remain on Daylight Saving Time year-round. The bill introduced by the government of Danielle Smith proposes making the change Read More
Southern Alberta now has its first Indigenous-led addiction recovery centre. The Blood Tribe now has access to a 75-bed recovery community that will provide no-cost, land-based treatment for those struggling with addiction. Premier, Danielle Smith Read More
A piece of Alberta history could be saved—but it needs your vote. The historic Coleman High School in the Crowsnest Pass has been named a finalist in the National Trust of Canada’s “Next Read More
How many of us have had to call an emergency line and rely on the help and guidance of the person on the other end? This week, Canada is marking National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, Read More
Recent measures by the provincial government, including coal mining, have drawn the community’s attention. Today, a rally was held by the Lethbridge Raging Grannies, along with other community organizations. Barb Phillips says they advocate Read More
It’s National Public Health Week across the country, a time to recognize the vital role public health practitioners play in improving our health and well-being. This week the University of Lethbridge is highlighting how Read More
Spring is here, and Seedy Saturday is returning to Lethbridge—with an opportunity to learn about gardening, local food, and the environment. The event will feature a seed swap, free compost, workshops, and exhibitors focused Read More
Construction of the Crowsnest Trail Pathway has moved into Phase Two. At the beginning of this week, the City of Lethbridge began work on a key connector projectthat will be three kilometers long. The fully Read More
A new campaign to support seniors from our city has been launched. It’s called Support Our Seniors or SOS. The Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization (LSCO) created this initiative to stabilize its programs and services. Read More
Folks in the southern Alberta town of Taber are celebrating a big win today. Saturday during “Hockey Night in Canada”. Taber was selected the winner of Kraft Hockeyville 2026. Taber was chosen through a nationwide vote Read More
There are many creative ways to support the community. A golf tournament has been launched aimed to raise funds for cardiac care in the region. It’s the Hearts & Health Classic tournament, in partnership Read More
A new Christian church is coming to the city; it is the New Covenant Assembly Lethbridge. The grand opening will be on Easter Sunday. Pastor Emmanuel Olafare says the church aims to create a welcoming Read More
A southern Alberta First Nation is reporting some promising statistics regarding overdose deaths in its communities. Blood Tribe Emergency Services says between last December and the month of March, they received no overdose-related emergency calls. Read More
A team of eight students from southern Alberta is heading back to the world stage. Team ASAP Robotics qualified for the 2026 FIRST Tech Challenge World Championship, taking place April 29 to May 2, after winning first place Read More
Who doesn’t love jewels? If you are a lover of gemstones, minerals, fossils, jewelry, and crystals — get ready, because from March 20 to 22, the Rock N’ Gem Show is coming to the Lethbridge Trade and Read More
Maybe you have heard of someone who has been accidentally poisoned. Across the country this week has been proclaimed National Poison Prevention Week, and physicians are reminding everyone there are simple but important steps you Read More
As we continue talking about donations, it’s clear they reflect the care and generosity within the community. Lethbridge Family Services has received a $10,000 donation from the Frank Flaman Foundation and Southland Trailers. Michelle Gallucci, Read More
A generous new donation of $250,000 has been made to the Bringing Hearts Home Campaign. The donors, Bart and Cynthia Davies, say cardiac disease touches nearly every family in some way. Like many others, they also Read More
The City of Lethbridge announced its 2026 Public Property Auction. The bidding sale will take place on Thursday, April 2 at 11:00 a.m. in the Culver Room at City Hall. Kerry Boogaart, Property Tax Manager, says the Read More
A survey aimed at guiding how and where residential development will occur in the coming years is now underway in Lethbridge County. Residents have until March 31 to share their input as part of the Residential Read More
The Town of Coalhurst has launched a new website to help residents access information and connect with the community online. Coalhurst Mayor Deb Florence says, this new platform makes it easier for residents to stay Read More
Southern Alberta will now have a program for students who want to become veterinarians. Lethbridge Polytechnic is offering a new Pre‑Veterinary Medicine diploma program, set to begin in Fall 2026. Over the course of the Read More
The group Friends of Medicare is holding what it calls a National Day of Action to oppose two-tiered healthcare, in particularly Alberta’s Bill 11. That bill would allow doctors to work in both public and Read More
While the conflict continues in the Middle East, here in Lethbridge the Jewish community fears for their lives and safety after experiencing vandalism. A graffiti message reading “Allah kill Jews” was discovered this morning as Read More
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Lethbridge awaits provincial EMS review to preserve integrated service
The future of Lethbridge’s integrated Fire and EMS system remains unresolved. After Alberta paused its EMS procurement process last June...
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Funding supports Indigenous-led recovery outreach in southern Alberta
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One inspection keeps food trucks serving across three communities
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Alison Arneson named 2026 Miners Days honorary Parade Marshal
A longtime Coalhurst resident has been named the 2026 Miners Days Honorary Parade Marshal. Alison Arneson has spent more than...
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