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 From addiction to advocacy: Turning pain into purpose

From addiction to advocacy: Turning pain into purpose

Heidi Echavarria May 11, 2026

From trying alcohol for the first time at the age of 10 to losing her children—because of her addictions – Robin Fox’s story is one of hardship and resilience. Our Heidi Echavarria brings us Robin’Read More

 Spring donation slowdown impacts Lethbridge Soup Kitchen

Spring donation slowdown impacts Lethbridge Soup Kitchen

Heidi Echavarria May 11, 2026

The Lethbridge Soup Kitchen is urging the community to donate after a donation it was expecting didn’t come in on time. There is always a fall in donations in the spring and summer months. Read More

 AHS issues measles warning in southern Alberta

AHS issues measles warning in southern Alberta

Landon Hickok May 11, 2026

Health officials have issued a warning about potential measles exposure in southern Alberta. Alberta Health Services says anyone who was at the Claresholm General Hospital Emergency Department on Wednesday, May 6th between 1:30 PM and 8:15 PM Read More

 BikeLane anniversary event set for Saturday

BikeLane anniversary event set for Saturday

Heidi Echavarria May 8, 2026

Spring weather in southern Alberta is giving cyclists plenty of reasons to get outside. And as more people hit the streets and pathways, a local bike business is celebrating its third anniversary and its commitment Read More

 Art’s Alive program marks 49 years in Lethbridge

Art’s Alive program marks 49 years in Lethbridge

Heidi Echavarria May 8, 2026

The Southern Alberta Art Gallery is celebrating the 49th anniversary of the Art’s Alive and Well in the Schools program. K to 12 students in the Lethbridge School Division are showcasing their artwork. Jacobi Smigel Read More

 Wellness wander marks Mental Health Awareness week

Wellness wander marks Mental Health Awareness week

Heidi Echavarria May 7, 2026

Mental Health Awareness Week is being recognized from May 4 to 10. In Lethbridge, the Canadian Mental Health Association is marking the week with its Wellness Wander Scavenger Hunt, highlighting the importance of mental wellness. David Gabert Read More

 Qualicare Home-Care Lethbridge marks opening with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

Qualicare Home-Care Lethbridge marks opening with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

Heidi Echavarria May 7, 2026

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held today to celebrate the grand opening of the new Qualicare Home Care Lethbridge. The event, hosted by the Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce, marked an important milestone for the company and Read More

 60 regional charity organizations receive $589,080 in grants

60 regional charity organizations receive $589,080 in grants

Landon Hickok May 7, 2026

Numerous grants were handed out to charitable organizations across the region on Thursday. The Community Foundation of Lethbridge and southern Alberta gave out over $589,080 to 60 organizations during an event at CASA. Most community projects receive Read More

 2026 Whoop-Up-Days announced as organizer honoured with Blackfoot-name

2026 Whoop-Up-Days announced as organizer honoured with Blackfoot-name

Heidi Echavarria May 6, 2026

  One of the most anticipated celebrations of the year is just around the corner. The 2026 Whoop-Up Days has been announced, with a lineup that includes the Lethbridge & District Pro Rodeo, the Siksika-its-itapi Powwow, Read More

 City Council provides update on EMS contract debate

City Council provides update on EMS contract debate

Landon Hickok May 6, 2026

Lethbridge City Council continues to grapple with options for renewing its current integrated Fire and EMS contract. But following a special council meeting on Tuesday, details have become a bit clearer. Council did not vote Read More

 How German POW camps in Alberta changed the region

How German POW camps in Alberta changed the region

Landon Hickok May 6, 2026

During the midst of World War II, Canada took in thousands of Nazi German soldiers as prisoners back to home soil. Most of them ended up coming to southern Alberta, where two camps in Lethbridge Read More

 Waterton Tours launches permanent home for guided hikes with support from Travel Alberta

Waterton Tours launches permanent home for guided hikes with support

Naveen Day May 5, 2026

A popular guiding company that gives tourists a look around Crowsnest Pass is expanding their offerings across southern Alberta, thanks to support from Travel Alberta. BCN’s Naveen Day has more.Read More

 Sexual violence awareness sparks community action in Lethbridge

Sexual violence awareness sparks community action in Lethbridge

Heidi Echavarria May 5, 2026

May is Sexual Violence Awareness Month, and the Chinook Sexual Assault Centre in Lethbridge is joining efforts to spark community conversations to give a hopeful message to victims. The Centre says receiving the right support Read More

 Alberta Christian Leadership Summit promotes faith in action

Alberta Christian Leadership Summit promotes faith in action

Landon Hickok May 4, 2026

Albertans of the Christians faith from across the province gathered in Red Deer on Monday for the Alberta Christian Leadership Summit. Folks came together at Westerner Park to hear from political leaders who shared their Read More

 City of Lethbridge introduces 24/7 digital helper

City of Lethbridge introduces 24/7 digital helper

Heidi Echavarria May 4, 2026

It’s always good to get help and take advantage of this digital age. Knowing that, the City of Lethbridge has launched the Digital Helper. This 311 chatbot tool provides quick answers to frequently asked questions Read More

 Emergency Preparedness Week highlights community readiness

Emergency Preparedness Week highlights community readiness

Heidi Echavarria May 4, 2026

This is Emergency Preparedness Week across Canada. The City and Lethbridge County are reminding residents of the importance of being prepared for emergencies before, during, and after they happen. This year’s theme is “In Read More

 SACPA discusses coal mining debate in the Eastern-Slopes

SACPA discusses coal mining debate in the Eastern-Slopes

Heidi Echavarria May 1, 2026

The recent provincial government move to support new coal projects continues drawn the community’s attention. Today, at the Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs (SACPA), the discussion focused on why coal mining in the Read More

 Giving Machine to allocated over $146,000 to local Charities

Giving Machine to allocated over $146,000 to local Charities

Heidi Echavarria May 1, 2026

The Giving Machine collected over 146-thousand dollars for its 2025 campaign in support of five local charities. Time has flown by — it feels like just yesterday we were celebrating Christmas and the New Year. During that Read More

 Fire ban in effect for Lethbridge River Valley and County

Fire ban in effect for Lethbridge River Valley and County

Heidi Echavarria April 30, 2026

A fire ban is now in effect across the City of Lethbridge’s River Valley and in Lethbridge County. Officials are responding to elevated wildfire risk driven by warm temperatures, dry conditions, and low humidity. Read More

 Jane’s Walk invites residents to explore the city on foot.

Jane’s Walk invites residents to explore the city on foot.

Heidi Echavarria April 29, 2026

And we go from Jane’s Ride to Jane’s Walk. Walks are held in cities around the world. Here in Lethbridge, residents can take part in free walks exploring the history, places, and stories Read More

 Jane’s Ride Tours transforms Lethbridge buses

Jane’s Ride Tours transforms Lethbridge buses

Heidi Echavarria April 29, 2026

You might have noticed some art rolling along city streets. We’re talking about a pair of public buses wrapped in beautiful artwork as part of the Jane’s Ride Tours program. The project is Read More

 Knud Petersen named 2026 Whoop-Up Days Parade Marshal

Knud Petersen named 2026 Whoop-Up Days Parade Marshal

Heidi Echavarria April 29, 2026

While the 2026 edition of Whoop-Up Days doesn’t arrive until August, organizers have already announced who will lead the annual parade. Knud Petersen has been named the 2026 Parade Marshal, becoming the first person selected through Read More

 Alberta Minister Schow: Federal government “taking Alberta’s lead” in job creation

Alberta Minister Schow: Federal government “taking Alberta’s lead” in job

Landon Hickok April 29, 2026

On Wednesday, Joseph Schow, the Alberta Minister for Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration, met in Lethbridge with the local Chamber of Commerce and other community leaders. Attendees shared their thoughts on the current state of Read More

 Municipal leaders gather for regional infrastructure summit

Municipal leaders gather for regional infrastructure summit

Heidi Echavarria April 28, 2026

A collaboration between southern Alberta municipalities was recently held during a one-day regional forum at the Lethbridge Trade and Convention Centre. The Infrastructure Services Regional Summit was aimed at sharing practical insights to support municipalities, Read More

 Today marks the National Day of Mourning for fallen workers

Today marks the National Day of Mourning for fallen workers

Heidi Echavarria April 28, 2026

Today is the National Day of Mourning, a time to remember those who lost their lives due to a workplace incident, illness or injury. Every year, awareness campaigns are carried out to highlight this issue. Read More

 Smile Cookie Campaign kicks off across southern Alberta

Smile Cookie Campaign kicks off across southern Alberta

Heidi Echavarria April 27, 2026

Today, Tim Hortons kicked off Smile Cookie Campaign week across Canada. Here in southern Alberta, officials and members of the community rolled up their sleeves and got to work, grabbing cream-filled piping bags to decorate Read More

 Lethbridge County scholarship programs now open for 2026

Lethbridge County scholarship programs now open for 2026

Heidi Echavarria April 24, 2026

For the seventh consecutive year, Lethbridge County is offering scholarships for post-secondary education in 2026. The County is encouraging mature or continuing students to apply for the funding. The County’s Post-Secondary Bursary Program will award Read More

 Local rally against changes from AISH to ADAP

Local rally against changes from AISH to ADAP

Heidi Echavarria April 24, 2026

A series of rallies aimed at speaking out about recent measures by the provincial government continues. On Friday, the focus was on recent changes to AISH (or Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped), as the Read More

 Lethbridge solar field developer completes Due Diligence process

Lethbridge solar field developer completes Due Diligence process

Landon Hickok April 24, 2026

The developer of two planned solar fields south of Lethbridge says it’s completed the first phase of due diligence for the Lethbridge Two and Three fields. The Alberta Utilities Commission issued approval last year Read More

 Ethnic association marks 10 years at former fire-station-centre

Ethnic association marks 10 years at former fire-station-centre

Heidi Echavarria April 23, 2026

The Southern Alberta Ethnic Association, or SAEA, is marking a decade at the Multicultural Centre. The building once served as a historic fire station and has since been transformed into a vibrant multicultural hub. With Read More

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    Due to rising grocery costs, food bank use in Canada reached 2.3 million visits in a single month, according to...

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