The recent provincial government move to support new coal projects continues drawn the community’s attention. Today, at the Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs (SACPA), the discussion focused on why coal mining in the Read More
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The Giving Machine collected over 146-thousand dollars for its 2025 campaign in support of five local charities. Time has flown by — it feels like just yesterday we were celebrating Christmas and the New Year. During that Read More
A fire ban is now in effect across the City of Lethbridge’s River Valley and in Lethbridge County. Officials are responding to elevated wildfire risk driven by warm temperatures, dry conditions, and low humidity. Read More
And we go from Jane’s Ride to Jane’s Walk. Walks are held in cities around the world. Here in Lethbridge, residents can take part in free walks exploring the history, places, and stories Read More
You might have noticed some art rolling along city streets. We’re talking about a pair of public buses wrapped in beautiful artwork as part of the Jane’s Ride Tours program. The project is Read More
While the 2026 edition of Whoop-Up Days doesn’t arrive until August, organizers have already announced who will lead the annual parade. Knud Petersen has been named the 2026 Parade Marshal, becoming the first person selected through Read More
On Wednesday, Joseph Schow, the Alberta Minister for Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration, met in Lethbridge with the local Chamber of Commerce and other community leaders. Attendees shared their thoughts on the current state of Read More
A collaboration between southern Alberta municipalities was recently held during a one-day regional forum at the Lethbridge Trade and Convention Centre. The Infrastructure Services Regional Summit was aimed at sharing practical insights to support municipalities, Read More
Today is the National Day of Mourning, a time to remember those who lost their lives due to a workplace incident, illness or injury. Every year, awareness campaigns are carried out to highlight this issue. Read More
Today, Tim Hortons kicked off Smile Cookie Campaign week across Canada. Here in southern Alberta, officials and members of the community rolled up their sleeves and got to work, grabbing cream-filled piping bags to decorate Read More
For the seventh consecutive year, Lethbridge County is offering scholarships for post-secondary education in 2026. The County is encouraging mature or continuing students to apply for the funding. The County’s Post-Secondary Bursary Program will award Read More
A series of rallies aimed at speaking out about recent measures by the provincial government continues. On Friday, the focus was on recent changes to AISH (or Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped), as the Read More
The developer of two planned solar fields south of Lethbridge says it’s completed the first phase of due diligence for the Lethbridge Two and Three fields. The Alberta Utilities Commission issued approval last year Read More
The Southern Alberta Ethnic Association, or SAEA, is marking a decade at the Multicultural Centre. The building once served as a historic fire station and has since been transformed into a vibrant multicultural hub. With Read More
There has been considerable controversy surrounding the proposal for Alberta to eliminate the time change and remain on Daylight Saving Time year-round. The bill introduced by the government of Danielle Smith proposes making the change Read More
Professional basketball will be returning to Lethbridge for one night this summer. The Canadian Elite Basketball League will host their third ever neutral site game in their eight-year history, as the Calgary Surge and the Read More
The historic foundations of nursing and the future of nursing will be topics of discussion at a conference in Lethbridge. The University of Lethbridge and Lethbridge Polytechnic are co-hosting a regional gathering of the Canadian Read More
Twenty-five years ago, Lethbridge County and the town of Coaldale established a commission that would provide potable water to thousands across the region. Today, Lethbridge County is looking back and calling the Lethbridge Regional Water Read More
Two local U10 hockey players have earned the chance to compete at one of hockey’s most prestigious youth hockey tournaments… the Brick Invitational in Edmonton. Hunter Lee of Lethbridge and Marek Ohler of Taber, Read More
The Canadian Taxpayers Federation is applauding Carney’s decision on the removal of the federal gas tax and are now calling for provincial governments to follow suit. Specifically, the CTF is calling on the premiers Read More
Southern Alberta now has its first Indigenous-led addiction recovery centre. The Blood Tribe now has access to a 75-bed recovery community that will provide no-cost, land-based treatment for those struggling with addiction. Premier, Danielle Smith Read More
Folks living in rural southwestern Alberta will have quicker and closer access to urgent and acute healthcare. Alberta’s government is investing $74 million over three years to develop a new health centre in Cardston. The Read More
More than 70 films representing 18 countries will be showing at venues across the city. The 4th Lethbridge International Film Festival will run from April 17 to 20th. Festival Director Tess Mitchell says the four-day event will feature Read More
April is Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month—a time to recognize Canadians living with congenital and acquired limb conditions and to promote inclusion and support. Our BCN Heidi Echavarria introduces us to a Read More
As the risk of wildfires in the city increases due to low humidity and dry vegetation across southern Alberta, Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services (LFES) is preparing for the ahead season. Today, crews conducted wildland Read More
A piece of Alberta history could be saved—but it needs your vote. The historic Coleman High School in the Crowsnest Pass has been named a finalist in the National Trust of Canada’s “Next Read More
A contemporary arts explosion is set to take over this Saturday with Vibe Fest 26 at the University of Lethbridge. Visitors can explore a wide range of exhibitions, performances, and installations spanning all areas of fine Read More
Coaldale’s town council has adopted their Strategic Plan for 2026 through 2029. The new plan aims to prioritize transportation, asset management, policing and community safety as the town experiences a surge in growth. A list of Read More
How many of us have had to call an emergency line and rely on the help and guidance of the person on the other end? This week, Canada is marking National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, Read More
Besides fuel prices, another headache for Canadian truckers is crossing the border into the US. Industry partners in commerce, manufacturing and logistics gathered in Lethbridge on Thursday to discuss ways to make the crossing at Read More
