With the economy continuing to impact many families, municipalities across Southern Alberta are working to keep their communities affordable while continuing to attract investment and support local growth. The Town of Coaldale has recently published Read More
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Taking part in a friendly competition as a unique way to raise funds for those in need is both generous and inspiring. The Battle of the Badges returns to Spitz Stadium this Saturday as members Read More
Back in May, the RCMP Southern Alberta District Crime Reduction Unit conducted an investigation into a string of thefts and damage to from Oil and Gas and Agriculture infrastructure. As a result, three people have Read More
Today marked the final day of the 2025–2026 school year, bringing to a close a year filled with both challenges and learning experiences for parents, teachers, and students alike. Now, it’s time for a well-deserved Read More
This weekend, the Lethbridge Rotary Dragon Boat Festival returns to Henderson Lake. One of the most anticipated events of the summer, the free community festival brings dragon boat teams from across Western Canada together for Read More
Lethbridge residents had the chance to give their gardens a boost while supporting environmental sustainability during the City’s free Compost and Mulch Giveaway event. Organized by the Waste & Environment department, the initiative aims Read More
WestJet has flown their final flights from Lethbridge and Medicine Hat on Wednesday morning, as both cities contend with how to bring commercial air service back. Passengers arrived at YQL early Wednesday morning to catch Read More
An organization that has been helping youth in Standoff to become contributing members of the Blood Tribe community reached a milestone on Monday. BCN’s Naveen Day has more details.Read More
The southern Alberta city of Medicine Hat is preparing to host this year’s Special Olympics Canada Summer Games. The games will bring in 1700 athletes and coaches from across Canada to compete in 10 sports for Read More
Today, the University of Lethbridge celebrated National Indigenous Peoples Day with a special event that included a Blackfoot naming ceremony and the announcement of a significant gift supporting the Indigenous Artist in Residence program. Dr. Read More
The alleged shooter in Montreal on Monday has been identified as 25-year-old Seth Scott Hatfield, from Lethbridge. His name was released by the Quebec coroner on Tuesday. The coroner has also identified the two other Read More
A new partnership has been announced in southern Alberta. The Town of Coalhurst and Lethbridge County are joining forces to create a shared service model for land use planning and development. Tory Campbell, Reeve with Read More
There’s been some new developments for musician Corb Lund and his Water Not Coal petition. This week during a press conference Alberta Premier Danielle Smith was asked if Lund’s petition question would appear Read More
Today, the Town of Coaldale celebrates the completion of its new potable water reservoir and pump station, a project valued at more than $13 million. The project marks a significant milestone in the Town’s 2019 Infrastructure Read More
Albertans concerned about their religious freedoms are being invited to discuss those freedoms at a symposium in September. The theme of the 2026 session is “Defending Religious Liberty as a Foundational Freedom.” Dr. John Young, a Read More
Two southern Alberta team members from Excite Lethbridge have earned national recognition. Kaira Cale, Manager of Event Development, and Kathleen Boniol, Lead of Event Development and Entertainment, have both been named top 10 under 40 recipients by Read More
It can be difficult for newcomers to settle in a new country, where the language, culture, and many other aspects of daily life are completely different. With that in mind, Lethbridge Family Services is launching Read More
UPDATE – June 18: RCMP have confirmed that a 42-year-old woman from Brooks did succumb to her injuries as a result of the collision. The investigation into the collision remains ongoing. ORIGINAL – June 10: One person was killed Read More
The Sundre Pro Rodeo has announced the cancellation of their annual parade this year after tempers flared up over a reported Pro Alberta float. The Rodeo that is set to begin this week will kick Read More
Summer music is set to return to downtown Lethbridge. The Allied Arts Council launches the sixth season of the Upside Downtown Concert and Arts Series. The event features a diverse lineup of local, regional, and Read More
This year, Canada celebrates its 159th anniversary, and the City of Lethbridge, together with Excite Lethbridge, have partnered to make Canada Day 2026 an unforgettable celebration. Sarah Burton, Facility Programmer with the City of Lethbridge, says Read More
Some much needed upgrades got underway at the Taber Health Centre this week. BCN’s Naveen Day has more details.Read More
A wrestler originally from Lethbridge has captured a silver medal at the FISU World University Combat Championships in Brazil last week. Angelina Ellis-Toddington competes with the University of Calgary’s 68kg class and was one Read More
Knowing the importance of supporting youth, the Community Foundation has announced the Dr. David and Mrs. Shirley Hughes bequest of almost 3.2 million dollars. Charleen Davidson, Executive Director of The Community Foundation, says the gift will Read More
Medicine Hat Police are confirming that an 11-year-old child has died in an unspecified “incident” that occurred at a city park on Monday. Police confirmed that officers responded to the Echo Dale Regional Park at 2:17Read More
The Alberta NDP is in discussions with municipalities about the party’s new economic strategy which has yet to be publicly announced. Deputy leader and MLA for Edmonton-Whitemud Rakhi Pancholi met with local Chamber of Read More
The Chinook Sexual Assault Centre has officially rebranded as Aurora. The new identity represents renewal, a process that is at the heart of the work at the Centre. Cayley King, Board Chair with Aurora says Read More
Country musician Corb Lund has delivered his Citizen Initiative Petition today calling for a ban on new coal mining projects in Alberta’s Rocky Mountains. The petition titled “No New Coal Mining in the Eastern Read More
A digital billboard in the town of Taber is triggering debate and controversy, including claims of election interference. The advertisement that was set up by a third-party advertisement group called Pathway to Independence, reads “Send Read More
For people who love pilates, a new studio is coming to Lethbridge. Located on the city’s west side, Reformher Pilates Studio will give women in the community the opportunity to take reformer Pilates classes Read More
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