A local supply store is spearheading a fundraiser for the Humane Society in honor of actress Betty White and her love for animals. As Angela Stewart explains, the donations will go towards some much needed Read More
Feature Post
The Sage Clan in Lethbridge made an appeal for blankets and warm winter clothing on social media saying the city shut down their emergency shelter when it was minus 32 or minus 41 with the wind chill. Read More
The Alberta Teachers Association is speaking out following the province’s decision to delay the start of in person classes for students and teachers coming back from the winter break. ATA President Jason Schilling says Read More
With the cold winter weather comes slick conditions for drivers. City officials are reminding motorists to allow for extra time when travelling because so many of the roads are snow and ice covered. Plugging in Read More
If you live in and around Lethbridge you have had to put up with some bitterly cold temperatures over the past few days. Environment Canada issued another extreme cold weather warning for southern Alberta. This Read More
The shelves are stocked with food at the Lethbridge Foodbank. Officials say they received lots of support this year especially during the recent Christmas holiday season. Mac Nichol with the Foodbank says besides the Read More
Students in Kindergarten thru Grade 12 won’t be returning to in person learning just yet in Alberta. The province announced the return to classes after the winter break would be pushed back an extra Read More
The Last Chance Cat Ranch says they are in crisis mode. The local volunteer cat rescue is currently over capacity with about 200 cats currently needing adoption. More information about adopting a cat or volunteering at Read More
Medicine Hat City Council voted unanimously 9-0 for reopening two rec centres in the city for 2022. The Moose Recreation Centre Arena and the Crestwood Pool Fitness Centre received over $900,000 in funds from the city to Read More
A group calling themselves the Alberta Boot Project made a big step at the Alberta legislature on Monday morning. Boots from healthcare and emergency service workers have been left at the front steps of the Read More
The Blood Tribe Opioid Response Team is celebrating members who have been sober for a long period of time. The goal of the campaign is to spread awareness of those who have beaten their addictions. Read More
A new micro-library has been installed on the Piikani Nation. Residents will now be able to access books from a singular book locker. The library was made possible by the Canada Healthy Communities Initiative. This Read More
It is the third anniversary of the Coaldale Winter Walk In The Park. This year’s theme is: In Search Of The Gem Of The West. Families can take a leisurely stroll through the park Read More
The Better Business Bureau is urging shoppers to be extra vigilant this Christmas season. The organization says toys are just one of over 400 different product categories that have been targeted by scammers. How the scam Read More
The Village of Stirling is hosting a special event this weekend called Light Up Stirling. It is a community-minded way to celebrate the upcoming Christmas season. The fire department will parade around the village and Read More
In the month of November, funds were raised to support those battling prostate and testicular cancer plus raise awareness of suicide prevention in men. This annual fundraiser is called Movember. All kinds of moustaches were Read More
Two Lethbridge police officers heard their fate today during a disciplinary hearing held at the Galt Museum. Officers Matthew Rilkoff and David Easter have both been demoted from their rank of Sr. Constable Level 2 to Read More
The woman involved in complaints about how Lethbridge Police Service handled her case says anonymous letters sent to her through her attorney were “insulting and disturbing”. Believing the letter allegedly came from within LPS, her Read More
The Digital Alberta Ember Awards are a way to encourage the growth of the tech sector in our province. The awards highlight the best in Alberta’s Interactive and Digital Media landscape over the past Read More
November 17 marks two years since a young Lethbridge man went missing. After searching for answers, the only thing his family has left is…hope. Marshal Iwaasa’s family is holding a virtual vigil, and would Read More
We’ve brought you stories in the past about AHS health care workers who have spoken out about not wanting to receive the COVID-19 vaccination. Marilyn Markell is a Clinical Nurse Educator for Alberta Health Read More
Here in Southern Alberta, we woke up to plenty of snow on our cars and lawns. A lot of drivers have not put on their winter tires yet. Martin Wiseman, the Chief Instructor for the Read More
The Village of Stirling here in southern Alberta unveiled a new cenotaph during their Remembrance Day ceremony yesterday. As Micah Quinn explains, the names on the stonework honour village members who have served in past Read More
The Empress Theatre in Fort Macleod is set to play host to the new Ghostbusters: Afterlife movie. The movie filmed scenes in the town in the summer of 2019. A street festival will mark the start Read More
Five retired provincial fish and wildlife biologists provided a submission to the Coal Policy Committee earlier this year called Insights On Coal Development. Members say the submission was grounded in their experience as provincial biologists Read More
Anticipation turned into elation Monday morning as the U.S. border crossing opened to non-essential travellers for the first time in nearly 20 months. Some started lining up as early as two in the morning.Read More
Beginning next week a new documentary is set to be screened in Lethbridge. As Micah Quinn explains, the film will showcase the work of healing in the Kainai Nation from the opioid crisis including those Read More
A recent report outlined the costs associated with the potential of a provincial police force in Alberta. As Micah Quinn explains, there would be an additional cost from the current price tag of what is Read More
Blood Tribe members Roger Prairie Chicken, Eugene Fox, and Lori Scout have joined forces with the Band Members Alliance and Advocacy Association of Canada (BMAAAC) asking the federal court to review a $150 million cattle settlement. &Read More
Earlier in October, Bridge City News (BCN) shared with you the story of Haley Mock, a healthcare worker in a long-term care home in rural Alberta. She is refusing to get the COVID-19 vaccine that Read More
Recent News
-
Highway 3 twinning between Taber and Burdett nearly complete
Twinning on Highway 3 is nearing completion between Taber and Burdett, and will be opening in phases for all traffic....
Continue reading -
Lethbridge elementary school designated as International Spanish Academy
An elementary school in West Lethbridge has been designated as an International Spanish Academy; the first of its kind in...
Continue reading -
Inclusion Lethbridge board director Ben Rowley dies suddenly
We have some sad news to pass along about a well-loved community leader who has died. Ben Rowley, a member...
Continue reading -
Interfaith Food Bank makes Top 100 charities again
As the need for food assistance continues to grow, community support is becoming increasingly important to help local individuals and...
Continue reading -
Waste reduction week highlights recycling options in Lethbridge
The City of Lethbridge is encouraging residents to reduce waste and make better use of local recycling programs during Waste...
Continue reading
Recent Interviews
-
Inclusion Lethbridge board director Ben Rowley dies suddenly
We have some sad news to pass along about a well-loved community leader who has died. Ben Rowley, a member...
Continue reading -
Interfaith Food Bank makes Top 100 charities again
As the need for food assistance continues to grow, community support is becoming increasingly important to help local individuals and...
Continue reading -
Waste reduction week highlights recycling options in Lethbridge
The City of Lethbridge is encouraging residents to reduce waste and make better use of local recycling programs during Waste...
Continue reading -
Cereal Killer campaign supports Lethbridge Food Bank
Due to rising grocery costs, food bank use in Canada reached 2.3 million visits in a single month, according to...
Continue reading -
Lethbridge Food Bank Halloween Maze supports local families
Every season is an opportunity to give back and support those in need. The Lethbridge Food Bank is bringing back...
Continue reading