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 $287M water expansion proposal presented to Lethbridge Council

$287M water expansion proposal presented to Lethbridge Council

Heidi Echavarria October 6, 2026

Lethbridge City Council has been presented with a $287M business case for a regional water and wastewater expansion that could support up to 22,000 new homes, create more than 44,000 jobs across Alberta and open about 4,000 hectares Read More

 Weapons report prompts Southside school-lockdown, youth in custody

Weapons report prompts Southside school-lockdown, youth in custody

Heidi Echavarria October 6, 2026

Multiple southside schools were placed under external lockdown Tuesday afternoon as Lethbridge Police investigated a possible weapons complaint, with one male youth later taken into custody. St. Francis Junior High School, Catholic Central High School, Read More

 University commits to recruitment on World Teachers Day

University commits to recruitment on World Teachers Day

Landon Hickok October 5, 2026

As Monday marks World Teachers Day, the University of Lethbridge and its Faculty of Education says it’s finding ways to be responsive during the ongoing teacher’s shortage in schools everywhere. The university is Read More

 University of Lethbridge sued by Frances Widdowson for defamation

University of Lethbridge sued by Frances Widdowson for defamation

Landon Hickok October 5, 2026

A controversial figure and former professor is now on the legal offensive in the fight pertaining to the issue of freedom of speech on post-secondary campuses. As it’s being reported by the National Post, Read More

 Lethbridge Police recruiting volunteer Crisis Support Workers

Lethbridge Police recruiting volunteer Crisis Support Workers

Heidi Echavarria October 5, 2026

Lethbridge Police are looking for volunteers to help victims and witnesses of crime through some of the most difficult moments of their lives. The Victim/Witness Services program is recruiting Crisis Support Workers to provide Read More

 ‘Leaf’ it to us! lall leaf collection-program begins

‘Leaf’ it to us! lall leaf collection-program begins

Heidi Echavarria October 5, 2026

The City of Lethbridge’s Fall Leaf Collection Program is back for another season. Residents can contact 311 to arrange a free pickup of their bagged leaves. The program runs from October 1 to November 6, with collections Read More

 Lethbridge joins communities across North America for Life-Chain

Lethbridge joins communities across North America for Life-Chain

Heidi Echavarria October 2, 2026

Lethbridge is joining communities across North America this weekend to stand for life. The annual Life Chain is a public demonstration opposing abortion and raising awareness about the issue. Organizers are also highlighting prayer and Read More

 Fire Prevention Week focuses on lithium-ion battery safety

Fire Prevention Week focuses on lithium-ion battery safety

Heidi Echavarria October 2, 2026

As lithium-ion batteries become increasingly common in everyday devices, fire officials are reminding Lethbridge residents that improper use or disposal can create serious fire risks. Fire Prevention Week gets underway October 4, with this year’s Read More

 Alberta gas prices fall 13¢ per litre as fuel tax break begins

Alberta gas prices fall 13¢ per litre as fuel tax

Heidi Echavarria October 2, 2026

The long-awaited break at the gas pump is now in effect across Alberta. As of Thursday, October 1, the province paused its fuel tax, bringing gasoline prices down by about 13 cents per litre and giving drivers Read More

 Innovators explore how A.I could affect workplace talent development

Innovators explore how A.I could affect workplace talent development

Landon Hickok October 2, 2026

On Friday, Entrepreneurs, researchers and innovators met at Lethbridge Polytechnic to network and explore how can artificial intelligence be integrated in the workforce and how it will affect future talent development. The InnoFusion conference hosted Read More

 Hurricanes celebrating 40th anniversary this weekend in two home games

Hurricanes celebrating 40th anniversary this weekend in two home games

Landon Hickok October 2, 2026

The Lethbridge Hurricanes are celebrating 40 years of Canes hockey in a pair of back-to-back games at home tonight and Saturday. The Canes will debut a special 40th anniversary jersey during tonight’s game versus the Read More

 Redcliff RCMP releases sketch to identify suspicious person

Redcliff RCMP releases sketch to identify suspicious person

Landon Hickok October 2, 2026

RCMP in Redcliff, Alberta have released a sketch of a suspicious suspect who allegedly tried to ask a young girl to take a ride in his car. Police say it happened on July 11 at 9:15 p.Read More

 Longhorns baseball’s volunteer efforts pays off for athletes

Longhorns baseball’s volunteer efforts pays off for athletes

Landon Hickok October 1, 2026

It turns out serving Jumbo Bites at Whoop Up Days proved to be very lucrative for a local baseball organization. Members of the Lethbridge Longhorn’s baseball academy volunteered their services last August and earned Read More

 Blue recycling bins can now receive more items

Blue recycling bins can now receive more items

Landon Hickok October 1, 2026

Effective Thursday, new provincial regulations allow more items to be accepted for recycling in curbside blue carts, including here in Lethbridge. Residents can now add glass, stretchy plastics, paper laminates, deodorant sticks, hairspray cans, air-fresheners Read More

 Coalhurst sets date for council by-election

Coalhurst sets date for council by-election

Heidi Echavarria October 1, 2026

Coalhurst residents will head to the polls in December to elect one new town councillor. The by-election follows Councillor Brody Prete’s resignation in August. Voting day is set for December 7, with advance voting available Read More

 LDAS asks agricultural community to help shape its future

LDAS asks agricultural community to help shape its future

Heidi Echavarria October 1, 2026

The Lethbridge & District Agricultural Society is asking the agricultural community to help shape its future priorities. LDAS is gathering feedback from producers, businesses and community partners about local needs and challenges. The engagement process Read More

 Schooten family gives $1-million to Bringing Hearts Home

Schooten family gives $1-million to Bringing Hearts Home

Heidi Echavarria September 29, 2026

The Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation has received a $1 million gift from the Schooten family in support of the Bringing Hearts Home Campaign. The gift comes after the campaign surpassed its $30 million fundraising goal for new Read More

 Interfaith Food Bank marks Truth and Reconciliation Day

Interfaith Food Bank marks Truth and Reconciliation Day

Heidi Echavarria September 29, 2026

The Interfaith Food Bank brought community members together Tuesday for a Community Feast marking the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The event featured traditional Blackfoot foods, the organization’s Indigenous Healing Garden and activities Read More

 LPS welcomes two K9 graduates, retires veteran dog

LPS welcomes two K9 graduates, retires veteran dog

Landon Hickok September 29, 2026

The Lethbridge Police Service has introduced some new four-legged recruits. Two young German Shepherds, Bobbie and his handler, Cst. Joel Odorski; and Bak and his handler Cst. Josh Smith, have graduated from their 20-week training Read More

 Misinformation about Canada’s Indigenous people under the microscope at Lethbridge Polytechnic

Misinformation about Canada’s Indigenous people under the microscope at Lethbridge

Naveen Day September 29, 2026

A new Indigenous-led research project is bringing together community members, Elders, knowledge keepers, educators, students and researchers to address misinformation about Canadian Indigenous people, culture and communities.Read More

 Medicine Hat Police seize drugs & weapons, two arrested

Medicine Hat Police seize drugs & weapons, two arrested

Landon Hickok September 29, 2026

Medicine Hat police have charged a man and woman following a major drug seizure last week. An investigation into suspected drug activity led to a search warrant being executed last Thursday at a residence in Read More

 Lethbridge EMS service to continue as contract expires

Lethbridge EMS service to continue as contract expires

Landon Hickok September 29, 2026

The City of Lethbridge says that when the contract between them and Emergency Health Services (EHS) expires on September 30th, residents shouldn’t expect any changes to services. The city is awaiting the results of Read More

 Lethbridge teenager charged with terrorism, child sexual abuse

Lethbridge teenager charged with terrorism, child sexual abuse

Landon Hickok September 29, 2026

A teenager from Lethbridge has been arrested and is facing charges relating to terrorism, child sexual abuse and animal cruelty. The RCMP Federal Policing Northwest Region’s Integrated National Security Enforcement Team (INSET) arrested the 17Read More

 Taber Community Centre secures new naming rights deal

Taber Community Centre secures new naming rights deal

Landon Hickok September 28, 2026

Taber’s Community Centre, which is home to its recently re-opened arena, has secured a new naming rights deal in partnership with the town and Inter Pipeline. Now known as the Inter Pipeline Community Centre, Read More

 Lethbridge County utilizing AI for economic development

Lethbridge County utilizing AI for economic development

Landon Hickok September 28, 2026

Lethbridge County is embracing artificial intelligence to help with economic development. The county is utilizing a new tool where they can research economic trends and data with the help of Artificial Intelligence. They’re partnering Read More

 LCI brings back Terry Fox Run

LCI brings back Terry Fox Run

Heidi Echavarria September 28, 2026

Students and staff at Lethbridge Collegiate Institute brought back the Terry Fox Run on Monday after a nine-year break. Grade 9, 10, 11 and 12 students took part, making their way to the Civic Centre Park track and Henderson Read More

 LPS charge man for theft & assaulting officer

LPS charge man for theft & assaulting officer

Landon Hickok September 28, 2026

Lethbridge Police have charged a 34-year-old man after an investigation involving a stolen safe and a wild three-hour search which included the police Tactical Team. On September 25th, authorities responded to a report of a Read More

 Lethbridge Legion reveals dedication for Battle of Hong Kong

Lethbridge Legion reveals dedication for Battle of Hong Kong

Landon Hickok September 28, 2026

The Lethbridge Legion is providing a chance for members and residents to learn and understand the events of the Battle of Hong Kong, where Canadians fought but ultimately surrendered during an escalation point in the Read More

 Canadian Armed Forces conduct military drone exercises at CFB Suffield

Canadian Armed Forces conduct military drone exercises at CFB Suffield

Landon Hickok September 25, 2026

It was a busy summer for the Canadian Armed Forces stationed in southeast Alberta. Canada’s largest army base at CFB Suffield was fully active with Canadian and British forces involved in exercises to test Read More

 City Showcase highlights Lethbridge projects and plans

City Showcase highlights Lethbridge projects and plans

Heidi Echavarria September 25, 2026

Residents will have a chance to learn more about projects and services happening across Lethbridge. The free, drop-in event allows residents to speak with City staff and learn about current initiatives and plans for the Read More

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