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OPINION: The Carney/Smith MOU: Who Really Won?
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 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

 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

 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 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

 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

 Run to Remember honour loved ones

Run to Remember honour loved ones

Heidi Echavarria September 24, 2026

For some people, running is about crossing the finish line and reaching a goal. For others, and especially at this event, it is a way to remember someone they love who is no longer with Read More

 University of Lethbridge hosts annual Fall Career Fair

University of Lethbridge hosts annual Fall Career Fair

Heidi Echavarria September 24, 2026

More than 90 employers and recruiters were at the University of Lethbridge today, connecting with job seekers, students and community members at the annual Fall Career Fair. The event showcased opportunities across a range of industries, Read More

 Candlelight vigil marks one-year of Darius MacDougall’s disappearance

Candlelight vigil marks one-year of Darius MacDougall’s disappearance

Landon Hickok September 23, 2026

Monday, September 21st marked the one-year anniversary of the disappearance of six-year-old Darius MacDougall. A candlelight vigil was held on Tuesday night in front of Lethbridge City Hall as his family and supporters continue to Read More

 Where appreciation ends, appropriation begins

Where appreciation ends, appropriation begins

Naveen Day September 23, 2026

As Canada marks Reconciliation Week, one lecture is prompting discussion about culture, respect, and the ways communities share traditions. BCN’s Naveen Day takes us inside the conversation.Read More

 Raymond celebrates volunteers with Harvest Showdown

Raymond celebrates volunteers with Harvest Showdown

Heidi Echavarria September 23, 2026

The Town of Raymond is bringing sport and community appreciation together this Friday. The town is hosting its annual Harvest Showdown and Volunteer Appreciation Night. The event will recognize local volunteers, including Maxine West, who Read More

 Chinook Regional Hospital asks for winter clothing donations

Chinook Regional Hospital asks for winter clothing donations

Heidi Echavarria September 23, 2026

Chinook Regional Hospital is asking the community to help restock its winter Clothing Closet. The hospital is collecting new or gently used coats, gloves and toques for patients and families who may not have appropriate Read More

 Polytechnic’s paramedic program shifts to 2-year diploma

Polytechnic’s paramedic program shifts to 2-year diploma

Naveen Day September 22, 2026

A new era of paramedic training is coming to Lethbridge Polytechnic. Beginning this fall, students entering the polytechnic’s Primary Care Paramedic program will train through a new two-year diploma program, replacing the institution’s Read More

 New appointments bring Lethbridge-Polytechnic Board to full capacity

New appointments bring Lethbridge-Polytechnic Board to full capacity

Heidi Echavarria September 22, 2026

Lethbridge Polytechnic’s Board of Governors is now full in its 16-member capacity with four new appointments. The new members bring experience in agriculture, engineering, academia and student leadership, including an international student representing the Read More

 Good Samaritan workers rally for better wages

Good Samaritan workers rally for better wages

Heidi Echavarria September 18, 2026

Workers at the Good Samaritan Society Park Meadows Village in Lethbridge are voicing their concerns about wages and working conditions. The workers, who are members of the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees, held a protest Read More

 Citizen-Walk About marks 16 years of disability advocacy

Citizen-Walk About marks 16 years of disability advocacy

Heidi Echavarria September 18, 2026

Disability advocates, self-advocates and community supporters walked through downtown Lethbridge today to raise awareness about disability rights, accessibility and inclusion. The 16th Annual Citizen Walk About focuses on creating a more inclusive community and giving Read More

 LSCO opens its doors for Senior Discovery Days

LSCO opens its doors for Senior Discovery Days

Heidi Echavarria September 18, 2026

The Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization is opening its doors this weekend for Senior Discovery Days, giving older adults and community members a chance to explore the programs, hobbies and services available at LSCO. Kaitlynn Weaver Read More

 Amid tariff tensions, Lethbridge employers keep hiring

Amid tariff tensions, Lethbridge employers keep hiring

Heidi Echavarria September 17, 2026

Amid ongoing tariff tensions between Canada and the U.S., hundreds of job seekers and dozens of employers came together in Lethbridge today for a job fair. Teamworks Career Centre brought around 1,200 job seekers for Read More

 Blue cart rollout to 10 communities starts today

Blue cart rollout to 10 communities starts today

Heidi Echavarria September 16, 2026

The City of Lethbridge is expanding its blue cart recycling service beyond city limits. Starting Wednesday, blue carts will begin rolling out to 10 neighbouring communities. The expansion is part of Alberta’s Extended Producer Responsibility Read More

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    An elementary school in West Lethbridge has been designated as an International Spanish Academy; the first of its kind in...

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    We have some sad news to pass along about a well-loved community leader who has died. Ben Rowley, a member...

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    The City of Lethbridge is encouraging residents to reduce waste and make better use of local recycling programs during Waste...

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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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