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 D-Day arrives for “pandemic” loan payback; not all businesses to benefit from $20k grant

D-Day arrives for “pandemic” loan payback; not all businesses to

January 18, 2024

For many small businesses across the country, today is D-day. The deadline to payback the $60,000 Canadian Emergency Business Account loan otherwise known as CEBA or the pandemic loan. But the silver lining in all of Read More

 Evangelism in the 21st Century

Evangelism in the 21st Century

January 5, 2024

As Christians we’re instructed in God’s Word to share the good news of the gospel with others. But for many this can be an awkward conversation. Abe Block a retired pastor here in Read More

 How to keep your New Year’s resolutions

How to keep your New Year’s resolutions

January 4, 2024

At the beginning of a New Year many people plan out resolutions or goals  to achieve. Obstacles do arise, however, and usually they are of our own doing. Dr. Daniel Zopoula, certified counsellor and lead Read More

 Lethbridge Amateur Theatre Group 100 years old

Lethbridge Amateur Theatre Group 100 years old

January 3, 2024

There is an amateur theatre group in Lethbridge that is 100 years old. Playgoers of Lethbridge has been bringing solid entertainment to our region since 1923. The group’s president Elaine Jagielski says they are always looking Read More

 A special interview with Lethbridge Mayor Hyggen

A special interview with Lethbridge Mayor Hyggen

December 21, 2023

Lethbridge Mayor Blaine Hyggen says he is happy to see that more family physicians have been making their way to OUR city. He also chats with BCN’s Hal Roberts about how the City has Read More

 How to keep the peace at Christmas

How to keep the peace at Christmas

December 20, 2023

Christmas can be a joyful time with family – it can also bring some tense and awkward moments. Pastor TIm Seim from the Evangelical Free Church in Lethbridge shares what his family has done to keep Read More

 Healthy Eating Tips Over The Holidays

Healthy Eating Tips Over The Holidays

December 19, 2023

Many people struggle in their relationship with food, and choose to use the New Year as a kickoff to better health. According to Josee Bosgra, a natural nutrition practioner it’s important to know the Read More

 Former UCP candidate speaks out about Alberta Pension Plan

Former UCP candidate speaks out about Alberta Pension Plan

December 4, 2023

There has been a lot of talk of Alberta potentially pulling out of the Canada Pension Plan and creating our own. Some are in favour of the idea while others are simply saying…Leave our Read More

 Donation to food banks nets a free oil change on Sat.

Donation to food banks nets a free oil change on

December 1, 2023

A unique fundraiser for the Interfaith and Lethbridge Food Banks is coming up tomorrow and it involves your vehicle. It is the 28th annual Lube Oil Filter Day at Davis GMC Buick Dec 2nd 8am-12Read More

 Green N Yellow Group nominates eight families to receive help this Christmas

Green N Yellow Group nominates eight families to receive help

November 27, 2023

The Green ‘N Yellow Group has geared up for its annual Family Christmas initiative. Over the past eight years the organization has been asking the community to nominate a family or an individual who needs Read More

 Climate change impacting government policy?

Climate change impacting government policy?

November 24, 2023

Many farmers are in support of the Conservatives Private Member’s Bill C-234. It says the federal government should exempt the carbon tax on natural gas and propane that farmers use for commercial purposes. Farmers Read More

 Former MLA discusses potential of Alberta Pension Plan

Former MLA discusses potential of Alberta Pension Plan

November 16, 2023

Is an Alberta Pension Plan the best way to go for our province? Former Cypress-Medicine Hat MLA Drew Barnes gave us his thoughts in this exclusive interview with BCN’s Hal Roberts.Read More

 Christmas comes early for several local charities

Christmas comes early for several local charities

November 7, 2023

It’s that time of year when we need to start thinking about Christmas giving. But one organization is already ahead of the game. BCN’s Jeannette Rocher follows the Southern Alberta Bikers as they Read More

 Economic outlook for southern Alberta – Trevor Lewington guest

Economic outlook for southern Alberta – Trevor Lewington guest

October 16, 2023

Trevor Lewington of Economic Development Lethbridge discusses economic trends right now including unemployment rates, the real estate market, agri-business, red-tape reduction and which industries are currently booming.Read More

 Education is key in preventing human trafficking

Education is key in preventing human trafficking

October 4, 2023

The movie the Sound of Freedom has been a huge hit at the box office. The movie addresses the evil that is human trafficking in the world today in particular in central and south America. Read More

 More Indigenous people are losing their languages

More Indigenous people are losing their languages

September 28, 2023

More is finally being done to preserve the Blackfoot language and culture through a special Blackfoot language signage project. But according to Arnold Fox, Director of Social Development for the Blood Tribe,  many First Nations Read More

 Ag expert says drought hurt many Alberta farmers

Ag expert says drought hurt many Alberta farmers

September 27, 2023

BCN’s Hal Roberts caught up with Shaun Haney owner of Real Agriculture to discuss how the drought in Alberta impacted farmer’s yields and how devastating the carbon tax has been for producers.Read More

 Fort Macleod councillor speaks out in support of Coutts4

Fort Macleod councillor speaks out in support of Coutts4

September 8, 2023

A Fort Macleod town councillor who was charged during the Coutts border blockade last year is speaking out in support of the Coutts Four who have been in jail, and have not received bail, for Read More

 Castle Mountain a skier’s paradise in southern Alberta

Castle Mountain a skier’s paradise in southern Alberta

September 7, 2023

Many would say we here in southern Alberta have enjoyed a nice hot summer so far but…before you know it the white stuff will be here once again. A popular ski resort in southern Read More

 Dry conditions contributing to low crop yields

Dry conditions contributing to low crop yields

September 7, 2023

This year’s dry conditions have been difficult in terms of crop yields for many southern Alberta farmers. David Bishop Director of Alberta Grains says crop yields are very low. He says they are about Read More

 Country crooner Corb Lund surprised to get call to be Whoop Up Days’ parade marshal

Country crooner Corb Lund surprised to get call to be

August 21, 2023

Country singer, songwriter Corb Lund says he was surprised when he got the call from Lethbridge and District Exhibition to be this year’s Whoop Up Days parade marshal, adding that he hasn’t been Read More

 Important study how St. Mary and Milk Rivers are supporting farmers.

Important study how St. Mary and Milk Rivers are supporting

July 27, 2023

A new study is being put together to look into how the St Mary and Milk Rivers can better support our agricultural communities and what improvements need to be made in order to do so. Read More

 Importance of Quantum Physics discussed.

Importance of Quantum Physics discussed.

July 14, 2023

The TV series Big Bang Theory made many of us appreciate scientists and what they can contribute to society. Professor Saurya Das, from the University of Lethbridge, is a real life Dr. Sheldon Cooper who Read More

 Summer camp helping kids’ self esteem

Summer camp helping kids’ self esteem

July 6, 2023

Summer camp can be a terrifying experience for young children, especially if it is their first time going. Once they adjust to camp life, however, it’s often hard to pull them away. Mason Unrau Read More

 NDP’s Shannon Phillips elected to third term, Miyashiro falls short of victory for Lethbridge-East

NDP’s Shannon Phillips elected to third term, Miyashiro falls short

May 30, 2023

The Owl Acoustic Lounge was packed full of NDP candidates and supporters Monday night while they awaited the results of the election. NDP Lethbridge-West candidate Shannon Phillips secured her spot as an MLA for a Read More

 A conversation with Grant Hunter, UCP candidate for Taber-Warner

A conversation with Grant Hunter, UCP candidate for Taber-Warner

May 18, 2023

Grant Hunter is the UCP candidate for Taber-Warner. He’s served two previous terms and is running for his third. He discusses with BCN’s Jeannette Rocher the plans to expand irrigation in southern Alberta Read More

 A conversation with NDP candidate for Cypress-Medicine Hat, Cathy Hogg

A conversation with NDP candidate for Cypress-Medicine Hat, Cathy Hogg

May 16, 2023

The Alberta provincial election is almost here, taking place on May 29th. Cathy Hogg is the NDP Candidate for Cypress-Medicine Hat.  She explains her position on inflation, affordability, education and healthcare. Read More

 Birds of Prey Nature Centre holds pre-season special event

Birds of Prey Nature Centre holds pre-season special event

May 11, 2023

When you come to the Birds of Prey Nature Centre, you expect to see eagles, and owls.  But three-week-old owlets are a special treat. The babies were recently hatched so the Centre threw open its Read More

 A conversation with NDP candidate for Lethbridge East, Rob Miyashiro

A conversation with NDP candidate for Lethbridge East, Rob Miyashiro

May 5, 2023

The Alberta election is just over three weeks away. Rob Miyashiro is the NDP candidate for Lethbridge East. He tells BCN’s Jeannette Rocher a big part of his party’s focus is health care Read More

 Cypress-Medicine Hat’s Drew Barnes not seeking re-election

Cypress-Medicine Hat’s Drew Barnes not seeking re-election

May 4, 2023

A prominent politician in southeastern Alberta has decided to not seek re-election on May 29th. Drew Barnes who sat as an independent and a one time UCP MLA for Cypress-Medicine Hat will be giving up Read More

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  • Average Lethbridge residential price in December up 20%

    January 14, 2026 January 14, 2026

    A new report from the Alberta Real Estate Association showcasing housing statistics for December 2025 claim that the average price...

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  • Applications open for Community Priorities Grant Program

    January 14, 2026 January 14, 2026

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  • Lethbridge man facing sex trafficking charges after 3 girls found in apartment

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    A Lethbridge man is facing charges in relation to sexual assault, exploitation and human trafficking. BCN’s Naveen Day has more details.

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  • LFES battles multiple grass fires in one day

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    UPDATE: Wednesday, January 14, 2026 Lethbridge Police have changed a 44-year-old woman with arson in connection to the resulting grass...

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  • Applications open for Community Priorities Grant Program

    January 14, 2026 January 14, 2026

    The Community Foundation is now accepting applications for its Community Priorities Grant Program and the Henry Varley Fund for Rural...

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  • Protests against Iran’s theocratic government spread to U.S.

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    Activists say over 600 people have been killed in Iran as the government cracks down on protesters across the country....

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  • Dog attack that killed 13-year-old raises safety concerns

    January 9, 2026 January 9, 2026

    The recent fatal dog attack in Nova Scotia, in which a 13–year-old boy was killed while riding his bike, has raised concerns across the country about public safety and...

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  • Economic impact on Canada if U.S. shifts to Venezuelan oil

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    Since the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro last Saturday,  expert opinions have multiplied regarding the future of Venezuelan oil...

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