There is a video circulating on social media which has gone viral showing Finance Minister, Chrystia Freeland, saying that COVID-19 is an “opportunity.” That comment did not sit well with many including our political reporter Read More
This is tax season. Many Canadians are either doing their taxes themselves or are hiring an accountant to do the leg work. Jaden Evanson is a chartered professional accountant at Volution LLP in Lethbridge and Read More
In the coming weeks, the Lethbridge School division alongside the Holy Spirit Catholic division will have the opportunity to rapidly test for COVID-19. The province announced Saturday that testing will be offered to 222,000 students across Read More
Today’s Business Spotlight is Shaw & Associates in Lethbridge, ABRead More
A story we recently brought you on Bridge City News was the Supreme Court of Canada ruling that the federal carbon tax is in fact constitutional. When it came to the votes from the judges Read More
The Alberta government sent out an alert earlier this month, warning of Zebra mussels imported through moss balls in the province. The highly invasive species has found its way into moss balls through major pet Read More
The city of Lethbridge now has over 500 cases of COVID-19. Lethbridge Mayor Chris Spearman says he is concerned about the rising number of cases. He says if more of us do not adhere to provincial Read More
As we have reported on Bridge City News the federal Conservatives have demanded that the Liberals come out with a reopening plan to help save thousands of businesses across the country. So many are hurting Read More
Streets Alive unveiled their 18-bed recovery home on Wednesday. Bridge City News was given a tour of the space. The all-female home aims to bring sobriety, accountability and healing to women in our community. As Read More
Angus Reid has come out with a new poll asking if Albertans are in favour of the province implementing a provincial sales tax. Most people I have spoken to are not in favour of the Read More
Overcrowding in Lethbridge Public Schools has become a problem in recent years….but will the announcement of a new elementary school here in town change that? BCN’s Jeannette Rocher has an in-depth conversation Read More
Many legal firearms owners are not happy with Ottawa proposing legislation which would allow municipalities to implement bylaws banning guns. You can include Rick Blakely in that group. Mr. Blakely is with the Alberta Fish Read More
Will small businesses be able to stay alive? Trevor Lewington with Economic Development Lethbridge has the numbers on how much the economy has contracted in southwestern Alberta.Read More
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Lethbridge operating budget can lower property tax increase to 2.67%
Members of Lethbridge City Council are moving forward with recommendations of dozens of budget reduction measures ahead of next years...
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Lethbridge Police launch body-worn camera program
Police officers will soon be patrolling with some wearable technology, as Lethbridge Police Service launches its body-worn camera program BCN’s...
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2027 Operating Budget deliberations recap
Lethbridge Mayor Blaine Hyggen spoke to media Thursday to provide a recap of Wednesday’s Operating Budget deliberations and the recommendations...
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‘Water Not Coal’ Petition received by Elections Alberta
Country musician Corb Lund has delivered his Citizen Initiative Petition today calling for a ban on new coal mining projects...
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Lethbridge Farmers Market returns to Trade & Convention Centre
The Lethbridge Farmers Market is making their seasonal return this weekend at the Trade and Convention Centre. The Lethbridge Market...
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Recent Interviews
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Canada Bans Kids Under 16 From Social Media | Dave Naylor
Well, they have done it in Australia and the UK, and now the Canadian government is looking to ban kids...
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Canada’s First 24/7 Reformer Pilates Studio Comes to Lethbridge
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
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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Alberta Separation Is Far From Over | Brian Lilley
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County dust suppression applications open until July 12
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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