Today is the World Cancer Day. In southern Alberta, researchers at the University of Lethbridge are exploring the potential of local plants to fight cancer. This innovation has captured the attention of many for its Read More
Every February, Black History Month invites us to reflect on and celebrate the vital contributions of the Black community throughout history. Lethbridge Polytechnic kicked off Black History Month to recognize their achievements, resilience, and continue Read More
Every day marijuana becomes more socially acceptable, but according to experts, with negative consequences for those who use it. Although many use marijuana to reduce stress or anxiety, addiction experts warn that it is nothing Read More
February begins and it is the month of psychology, which according to Canadian Psychological Association has its roots in science that seek to understand our thoughts, feelings and actions. Its emergence, according to researchers, was Read More
More than one hundred vendors attended the Career Fair organized by Lethbridge Polytechnic on Thursday. Big Brothers-Big Sisters and the Army were some of the organizations who extended their invitation for attendees to join the Read More
The Lethbridge Pregnancy Care Centre ( LPCC), is running low on items. The Center provides support and education to people going through an unexpected pregnancy or pregnancy loss. The place also offers services through workshops to Read More
Community Conversation is the perfect time for the City to showcase its projects while also receiving feedback from the community. The event also serves as a stage for those looking to educate themselves or simply Read More
More than 120 years of Western Canadian history is now available in a collection digitized by the Kootenai Brown Pioneer Village and the University of Lethbridge. The newly digitized Pincher Creek Echo collection, formerly known as Read More
When it comes to saving lives, every single second matters, that’s why Lethbridge Police along with Fire and Emergency Service partnered in the creation of the Tactical Emergency Medical Services (TEMS) program. The new Read More
A Cardiac Science Gala will be held in Lethbridge this Saturday. The goal of the event is to raise awareness of the fact that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the South Read More
Lethbridge Police are looking for a man who allegedly offered a ride to a 14-year-boy then sexually assaulted him in his car on January 17th. Police say the boy was offered the ride while walking Read More
The Spring to Light Benefit Gala is the big event Lethbridge Family Services is hosting. During the gala, well-known Canadian actor Rick Mercer will be the guest speaker. The Executive Director at LFS, Sandra Mintz, Read More
The highly anticipated Winter Career Fair at the University of Lethbridge attracted thousands of students to speak directly with employers about their needs, how to apply for positions and even how to get hired. Our Read More
Residents of a north Lethbridge neighborhood were shocked this morning when police knocked on their door to tell them a body had been found in their alley. Lethbridge Police Service was on the scene between 1Read More
Fire codes exist to protect people in their homes, workplaces, and public places. After the fires in Los Angeles many began thinking about building codes. The Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services Chief, Troy Hicks, says Read More
Donald Trump’s recent threats to impose tariffs on several countries, including Canada, continue to generate reactions among Canadian political experts. Lars Hallstrom, professor of political science at the U of L explains what would Read More
After Alberta’s Minister of Transportation recently allowed the use of photo radar only on playgrounds, construction zones and schools, the Town of Coaldale decided to repurposed its old photo radar van and put it Read More
Overcoming the world of drugs is possible. From the streets and addictions, to running a recovery center for people fighting those addictions. That is the story shared with us by the Executive Director of Fresh Read More
More than 16 thousand hectares and damage to thousands of buildings is the result felt by Angelenos so far left by the fires in Los Angeles. Here in Alberta, we are no strangers to wildfires, so Read More
Everything is ready for the night of dancing with rock, funk and hip-hop. The dance program of the Lethbridge Collegiate Institute Arts Academy is ready to present the LEAN IN show. Our BCN Heidi Echavaria Read More
Some weeks have passed since Donald Trump proposed to annex Canada as the 51st state of the United States. What at first sounded like a bad joke has gained strength. Our BCN’ s Heidi Echavarria Read More
Since this Monday, the Community Foundation is accepting applications for its Spring Grants Programs. The organization’s executive director, Charleen Davidson, says the goal of this initiative is to support charities doing important work and Read More
Junior College, Lethbridge Community College, Lethbridge College, and now Lethbridge Polytechnic. Those have been the different names assigned to the post-secondary school since it opened its doors in 1957. Last year, for the first time in 67 Read More
Since January 2024, Canada recognized January as Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month. This follows the International Agency for Research on Cancer classifying firefighting as a known human carcinogen in June 2022. According to Statistics Canada, firefighters have a 9% Read More
Science now recognizes that reading the Bible and praying are beneficial to our lives. Our BCN’s Heidi Echavaria chatted with the Lead Pastor of Parallel Church, Kelly Stickel who gives more insight.Read More
International Women’s Day is coming up March 8th. In honour of the event, the YWCA Lethbridge 2025 Women of Distinction Awards is now open for community members to nominate exceptional and inspirational women. The group’Read More
The Chinook is a particular phenomenon, well known to people in Western Canada, that brings warm and dry winds during the wintertime. Warning Preparedness Meteorologist with Environment Canada, Alysa Pederson, explains how this phenomenon works Read More
The Christmas season has wrapped up and so has 2024! So, how did we do economically in Southern Alberta – and what are things looking like going into 2025? Trevor Lewington, CEO of Economic Development Lethbridge joins BCN’Read More
While many think about making resolutions to improve the physical body, as Christians we must remember what the apostle Paul says in 1 Timothy 4:8. “Physical training is good, but training for godliness is much better, promising Read More
New year, new projects to develop and, of course, new blessings. Streets Alive Mission began the year with the takeover and immediate demolition and remodeling of what will be the new building of its mission Read More
