Organ donations are on the rise in Alberta and that’s good news for people waiting for what is, in some cases, a life-saving transplant. BCN’s Heidi Echavarria has this story of a Taber Read More
Canada’s plan to recognized Palestine as a state has sparked national debate and local voices are weighing in. Garry Kohn, leader of Lethbridge’s Hebrew Congregation, expressed strong disagreement with the decision, speaking on Read More
After Wednesday’s incident, involving the semi- trailer, crews from the City of Lethbridge continue to assess damage to Whoop-Up Drive bridge. Joel Sanchez, the Director of Infrastructure Services, says motorists using Whoop-Up Drive for Read More
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
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
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
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
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
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
A Lethbridge woman who once lived on the streets, is now helping those she once lived alongside. BCN’s Heidi Echavarria brings us this inspiring story of transformation.Read More
Another organization that has seen an increase in the number of homeless people is the Lethbridge Soup Kitchen. In an effort to serve more clients, the kitchen’s capacity must be increased from 180 to 225 guests. Read More
The Southern Alberta Summer Games are underway in Taber. The event, which brings together young athletes and their families from Pincher Creek, Raymond, Fort Macleod, Brooks, Lethbridge, and other towns, features over 20 sports. According to Read More
A Lethbridge organization who is renowned for its work in community support services is taking an opportunity to provide students with school supplies during the summer break. For the eighth consecutive year, MyCityCare Lethbridge launched Read More
The Southern Alberta Ethnic Association brings to life one of the most anticipated cultural celebrations for the Latino community and culture lovers, Latin Fest 2025. This is a celebration of roots, identity, and joy that highlights Read More
Addiction doesn’t start with a needle or a bottle. It often starts with silence, stigma, and pain. Behind every statistic is a story, and behind every story, a person who is searching for hope. Read More
When we think of farming, we think of big pieces of machinery working in the fields. But smaller digital technology is playing an increasingly important role. For the second year in a row, a digital Read More
Summer is here, which means kids will be home for the holidays, allowing them to manipulate their devices even more. Due to the growing trend of child sexual abuse material (images and videos created using Read More
Modernization work has begun in the emergency department at Raymond Hospital in southern Alberta. According to Alberta Health Services, the work aims to improve facilities and patient flow, along with renovations to the laboratory and Read More
Lethbridge County and surrounding communities are joining forces on a new strategy to strengthen disaster response. The Regional Emergency Management Plan also includes the towns of Coalhurst, Nobleford, Picture Butte and the Village of Barons. Read More
