Alberta’s Agriculture and Irrigation Minister RJ Sigurdson talked about the impact of the lock out and our railways coming to a halt. He said even a short stoppage hurts our producers in a big Read More
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Dealing with pests is a huge challenge for farmers, especially as weeds and insects become more resistant to existing treatments. However, there may be a tiny solution to this big problem. A local researcher is Read More
Catastrophes, wars and natural disasters have always been around. During these moments it is important to know that people are there to help. The caring hands are the humanitarian workers who wait for the emergency Read More
After several weeks of wildfires in Jasper, locals who had been forced to leave the area are finally returning. But to do so, fire departments from Alberta joined forces to win the battle against the Read More
Storms often leave behind economic losses, such as those facing some airlines in Canada today. Tracy Hamilton, owner of Inspired Vacations, says last week’s hailstorm in Calgary caused extensive damage to WestJet Airlines, which Read More
Two months after a pair of siphons in Montana burst open and tore through the surrounding hillside, the long-term effects are impacting southern Alberta in many ways, and most apparently for the Milk River.Read More
The Jasper community has not been facing the wildfires alone. Jasper has received a lot of support from various parts of Alberta. On this occasion, Coalhurst Fire Department also joined the group to support the Read More
We all know that agriculture is a big deal here in Southern Alberta. Still, many people don’t know much about the industry and the diversity of agriculture which takes place in and around their Read More
The Edmonton Elks football club has reportedly secured a new private owner, the first of its franchise history, after suffering financial difficulties for the past five years.Read More
A former Medicine Hat preacher with ties to Lethbridge and Calgary, who was charged with fraud and failed to appear in court last November has been arrested in the U.S.Read More
The residents of Banff have voted no in a plebiscite that opted to remove the pedestrian zone along Banff Avenue for good.Read More
The sentencing hearings for Chris Carbert and Anthony Olienick are set for August 26-27, 29-30 as the court will determine the jury’s verdict before Justice Labrenz makes a decision.Read More
Digital technology and its applications for agriculture were on display August 8 at a field day hosted by the Lethbridge Research and Development Centre. Researchers, producers and technology suppliers from across Alberta and Saskatchewan took part Read More
The city of Calgary along with the International Airport suffered immense damage after a major storm with torrent rain and large hailstones shattered ripped through vehicle windshields, house panels and flooded the domestic terminal at Read More
Southern Alberta is definitely cattle country, but we don’t often think about one of the main byproducts of this multi-million dollar industry … the cow patty. In Canada, an estimated 110 million dung pats, the weight Read More
The verdict was given to Anthony Olienick and Chris Carbert late Friday night, the two men were found not guilty in conspiring to murder RCMP officers at the Coutts border blockade in 2022.Read More
Protesters Anthony Olienick and Chris Carbert were found not guilty of conspiring to commit murder of RCMP officers during the Coutts border blockade of 2022. They were, however, found guilty on other charges. BCN’s Landon Read More
According to the Red Cross, Alberta Day of Caring for Jasper has raised more 674 thousand dollars and with the federal and provincial governments matching to the tune of more than 1.5 million dollars now being raised Read More
Prostate cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers among men. Adam Kinnaird, Chair of Prostate Cancer Research at the University of Calgary, talks about the most effective action that should be taken as Read More
For most of us summer is at least halfway over, but for the owners of the Lethbridge Corn Maze, the season and the fun is just getting started. The local tourist attraction opened this week Read More
Alberta Days of Caring for Jasper is an initiative where communities can donate to those impacted by the wildfire that hit Jasper. Dale Williams, Director of Operations for Ability Resources, says Lethbridge is setting an Read More
A long weekend is approaching, and families are enjoying visiting places near Lethbridge to make the most of the summer. However, for The Plasma Donor Centre in Lethbridge, this represents a drop in plasma donations. Read More
The Blood Tribe inducted honorary chiefs on Monday in recognition of their advocacy and contributions to the community, including former Alberta premier Jason Kenney and retired warrant officer Glen Miller.Read More
Closing arguments were heard on Tuesday from the defense lawyers of Anthony Olienick and Chris Carbert and the Crown at the Coutts 2 trial.Read More
As you heard on Bridge City News, the Hells Angels opened a clubhouse here in Lethbridge. A spokesperson for ALERT says it is deeply concerning that the outlaw motorcycle gang is continuing to expand its Read More
In the aftermath of a tragedy like the fire in Jasper this week, people naturally want to do everything they can to help. However, these kinds of events can provide fertile ground for fraudsters looking Read More
Due to the decrease of wildfires in both B.C. and Alberta, the air quality in Lethbridge and Calgary has been improving slightly. The risk has decreased from high to moderate. Brian Proctor, Meteorologist with Read More
The Village of Stirling is contributing to the provincial wildfire fighting effort. Responding to a call from Alberta Wildfire, the Village has deployed their Wildland Unit which it is on its way to the Jasper Read More
Hot and dry weather in recent weeks is starting to take its toll on crops growing in Southern Alberta according to a local farmer.Read More
There will be more help available to those who are battling homeless issues in Lethbridge. The Alberta government announced today that the city’s Indigenous led emergency shelter will be expanded. Officials say once complete Read More
