Demand for engineers is growing throughout southern Alberta, and the University of Lethbridge will be introducing a new Bachelor program to train locally based engineers. Applications are open for the Fall 2027 term, where students will Read More
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The Jack Ady Cancer Centre in Lethbridge will host a new trial evaluating whether radiation treatments can be safely reduced for prostate cancer patients in southern Alberta. By studying if treatment schedules can be shortened Read More
A large property in the Crowsnest Pass will be set aside for protected conservation efforts. The Kropinak family who owns 160 acres (65-hectares) between Coleman and Crowsnest Lake, will enter an agreement with Nature Conservancy Canada Read More
It’s been more than a decade since Canada’s military mission in Afghanistan ended. To honor and remember those who served, Lethbridge is hosting a new exhibit at the Lethbridge Military Museum. The display, Read More
Officers at Alberta’s largest U.S./Canada border crossing intercepted two separate commercial trucks and seized over 200 kilograms of cocaine, according to Canada Border Services Agency. A driver and a passenger of the first Read More
A bequest of more than 14 million, 200 thousand dollars is the latest gift received by the Community Foundation of Lethbridge and Southwestern Alberta. The generous donation is the estate of Marguerite Dixson, supporting six charitable organizations. Read More
The University of Lethbridge this week welcomed 20 students to their first day of classes at the new Southern Alberta Medical Program (SAMP). The new program is a partnership between the University of Lethbridge and the Read More
A 36-year-old woman has been charged with manslaughter in connection with the 2023 death of a 62-year-old man. Back on September 12th of 2023 Lethbridge Police were called after a 62-year-old man showed up at Chinook Regional Read More
The Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation’s Bringing Hearts Home campaign is celebrating after recently surpassing its fundraising goal, with $33 million in donations. A celebration was held Thursday at the hospital’s fourth floor, that will Read More
Lethbridge residents will have a chance to give unwanted items a second life this weekend. Environment Lethbridge is hosting its bi-annual – Reuse Rendezvous on Saturday. Residents can give away used items or find free items Read More
Every year, Lethbridge firefighters put on their uniforms to remember those who never made it home. Today’s memorial, held on the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, brought together firefighters and other uniformed personnel Read More
Veterans who fought in Afghanistan following the 9/11 attacks are looking back at 25 years and are looking at a new way to commemorate their fallen comrades in Lethbridge. Members with the Lethbridge Legion presented a proposal Read More
Two youth in Medicine Hat have been charged by police for stealing a vehicle and attempting to flee police. Medicine Hat Police received a driving complaint on Wednesday, September 9th after 6pm near St. Patrick’Read More
As summer comes to an end and Henderson Pool already closes for the season, it is worth noting the increase in contamination events at the outdoor pool. City of Lethbridge releases, in 2025, there were 11 contamination Read More
The town of Raymond, south of Lethbridge, opened its doors to a new state-or-the-art high school on Thursday. The new facility addresses issues of an outdated facility and over-capacity. The new school comes with a Read More
Southern Alberta will soon have its first dementia-care facility specifically serving its Indigenous community. A groundbreaking ceremony for the Kainai Continuing Care Centre expansion took place on Thursday. The expansion will add 25 continuing care beds, Read More
Pedestrians in Coaldale will finally be able to move around more safely with a new pathway that was just completed at the north end of town. The stretch of pathway begins at the Rehoboth Garden Read More
Medicine Hat College recently conducted a study on further developing the southeast Alberta region into a national defence innovation hub, and its findings were presented at a public webinar last week. The theory is to Read More
Drivers travelling on Columbia Boulevard West can expect further traffic disruptions starting on Tuesday. The work is part of the City of Lethbridge’s 2026 Intersection Improvement program. Crews will be installing a new flashing beacon Read More
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, or FASD, is a lifelong disability caused by prenatal alcohol exposure. Today, September 9, communities around the world are recognizing FASD Awareness Day to highlight its impacts and the importance of prevention Read More
With classes set to begin Wednesday, the University of Lethbridge campus was busy today as students took part in orientation activities. From welcome and encouraging messages from staff and campus tours to faculty sessions, new Read More
For those who love Latin culture, food, music and more, the Southern Alberta Ethnic Association is bringing the community together for its annual Latin Festival this weekend. The free event will feature live entertainment, dance Read More
Fall is around the corner and the Gallery at Casa knows that. A new series of exhibitions is welcoming the season. The exhibits feature local artists, explore themes including memory, identity, place and care. The Read More
The Alberta Wilderness Association is pushing back against new rules regarding how farmers use water on their land. Last week the province announced new rules for landowners in managing ephemeral water bodies on their properties. Read More
The school year may have begun across the province, but a number of students from the Blood Tribe reportedly had trouble finding their way back due to recent busing changes in the region. The Blood Read More
Do you know what evapotranspiration is? It’s a key part of the water cycle, combining both evaporation with the transpiration of water vapour from plant leaves. Now, researchers at Lethbridge Polytechnic have developed a Read More
Fort Whoop-Up is going back in time this Saturday as the Galt Museum & Archives brings its Renaissance Faire back for a second year. The expanded event will feature medieval-themed activities, local artisans, live demonstrations Read More
The province announced Wednesday that design work will begin shortly on the new Cardiac Catheterization Lab at Chinook Regional Hospital. Alberta Infrastructure has allocated more than $320 million for the expansion. The expansion will more than Read More
Lethbridge residents are being asked to nominate the people who go above and beyond to support local sports and recreation. Nominations for the City’s “Gratitude in Play” campaign are open until September 18, with selected Read More
The Alberta legislation that permits doctors to work in both the private and public health care systems came into effect Tuesday. Bill 11, or the Health Statutes Amendment Act, has been met with great pushback by Read More
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