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 Confirmed measles case in Taber, AHS issues alert

Confirmed measles case in Taber, AHS issues alert

Landon Hickok March 20, 2025

Alberta Health Services is issuing a public alert after a person was discovered with measles in the Taber and Calgary Airport.Read More

 March is Multiple Myeloma Awareness month

March is Multiple Myeloma Awareness month

Heidi Echavarria March 10, 2025

This Monday is the starts of Myeloma Awareness month. Every day, 11 Canadians are diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a little-known and, so far, incurable blood cancer. Sadly, this number is increasing, myeloma is the second most Read More

 Research in Lethbridge on cancer-fighting power in Plants

Research in Lethbridge on cancer-fighting power in Plants

Heidi Echavarria February 4, 2025

Today is the World Cancer Day. In southern Alberta, researchers at the University of Lethbridge are exploring the potential of local plants to fight cancer. This innovation has captured the attention of many for its Read More

 Cancer patient speaks out on “inhumane” hospital treatment

Cancer patient speaks out on “inhumane” hospital treatment

Landon Hickok January 30, 2025

A Taber women who was admitted to Chinook Regional Hospital for standard cancer treatment is speaking out after her experience of being moved to a storage room.Read More

 Cardiac Science Gala will be held in Lethbridge

Cardiac Science Gala will be held in Lethbridge

Heidi Echavarria January 27, 2025

A Cardiac Science Gala will be held in Lethbridge this Saturday. The goal of the event is to raise awareness of the fact that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the South Read More

 Alberta Nurses rally in Lethbridge during Day of Action

Alberta Nurses rally in Lethbridge during Day of Action

Landon Hickok January 27, 2025

The Union Nurses of Alberta held a Day of Action last Saturday where 13 rallies in cities across the province bargained for fairer wages, faster wait time and respect for workers from the provincial government.Read More

 Man shares his inspiring journey of resilience overcoming addictions

Man shares his inspiring journey of resilience overcoming addictions

Heidi Echavarria January 20, 2025

Overcoming the world of drugs is possible. From the streets and addictions, to running a recovery center for people fighting those addictions. That is the story shared with us by the Executive Director of Fresh Read More

 Tips for keeping your 2025 fitness resolutions

Tips for keeping your 2025 fitness resolutions

Naveen Day January 8, 2025

With new year’s resolutions and hitting the gym, it is important to find a habit that works for you, so you can stick to working out.Read More

 Faith goals as resolutions for 2025

Faith goals as resolutions for 2025

Heidi Echavarria January 7, 2025

While many think about making resolutions to improve the physical body, as Christians we must remember what the apostle Paul says in 1 Timothy 4:8. “Physical training is good, but training for godliness is much better, promising Read More

 Nutrition tips for New Year’s resolutions

Nutrition tips for New Year’s resolutions

Heidi Echavarria January 6, 2025

A new year often means new year resolutions. It’s an opportunity for a fresh start for many of us and implementing healthier habits into our lives. Heidi Echavarria spoke with a nutrition expert about Read More

 Meet 2024’s Diabetes Educator of the Year

Meet 2024’s Diabetes Educator of the Year

Naveen Day December 5, 2024

For diabetics, having a knowledgeable and talented diabetes educator makes managing the disease much easier.  And one of the nation’s top educators for diabetes lives right here in Lethbridge, and he has the hardware Read More

 Province passes three legislations targeting trans youth

Province passes three legislations targeting trans youth

Jeannette Rocher December 4, 2024

Three pieces of legislation affecting transgender people in Alberta have passed the final stage of debate and are set to become law. The changes include requiring children under the age of 16 to have parental consent Read More

 Fresh Start Recovery helping those battling addictions

Fresh Start Recovery helping those battling addictions

Heidi Echavarria November 29, 2024

There is still hope for those battling addictions and willing to get help. Facilities in southern Alberta like Fresh Start Recovery offer a huge positive contribution to the community. The Executive Director at Fresh Start Read More

 Police host Car Seat Check Stop in Lethbridge

Police host Car Seat Check Stop in Lethbridge

Heidi Echavarria November 27, 2024

A car seat check stop program was carried out today by the Lethbridge Police Services. The initiative seeks to ensure child occupant restraints are properly installed, answer questions and provide installation advice. The Sargent in Read More

 Good mental health, a mark of well-being

Good mental health, a mark of well-being

Heidi Echavarria November 25, 2024

Research suggests that good mental health is more than the absence of an illness, it is a positive consequence of well-being. Mark Slomp, Registered Psychologist and Executive Director of Student Services at the University of Read More

 Main causes and syptoms of ADHD

Main causes and syptoms of ADHD

Heidi Echavarria November 21, 2024

Researchers describe ADHD or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder as a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how the brain regulates attention, impulses and activity levels. The Manager of Accessibility Services with Lethbridge Polytechnic, Mark Davids, explains what Read More

 AHS on new beds for Brooks Health Centre

AHS on new beds for Brooks Health Centre

Hal Roberts November 20, 2024

Thanks to a 750-thousand-dollar investment, the Brooks Health Centre now houses 14 new beds. Officials with Alberta Health Services say that includes nine long-term care beds and five beds that support palliative care along with convalescent Read More

 Childhood experiences impact our mental health

Childhood experiences impact our mental health

Heidi Echavarria November 14, 2024

Being mentally healthy is a state that we should always look for in our surroundings. Anxiety, depression and stress are on the list of factors that affect mental health and lead to mental illness. According Read More

 Lethbridge receives five more firefighters

Lethbridge receives five more firefighters

Heidi Echavarria November 8, 2024

As Lethbridge grows, so do the institutions that provide safety. Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services celebrated the graduation of five new members to fight the fire. BCN’ Heidi Echavarria has the story.Read More

 Honouring our veterans & discovering the Canadian Air Force’s history from the Bomber Museum

Honouring our veterans & discovering the Canadian Air Force’s history

Heidi Echavarria November 8, 2024

Recognizing Remembrance Day in Canada is a way to honour all of those who fought and died for our freedoms. There is a unique museum in the town of Nanton, Alberta which honours our Canadian Read More

 New partnership to enhance emergency response across the region

New partnership to enhance emergency response across the region

Heidi Echavarria November 1, 2024

To enhance response to major events like wildfires and flooding a partnership agreement was signed in Southern Alberta. Lethbridge County, the towns of Coalhurst, Nobleford, Picture Butte and Village of Barons are part of this Read More

 Some First Nations communities feel like they are reliving the 60’s Scoop

Some First Nations communities feel like they are reliving the

Heidi Echavarria October 31, 2024

Addiction is still an issue that affects many, including our First Nations community. Kirby Many Fingers, Advisor with Kainai Children Services, says removing children from First Nations who battling from addictions, is like reliving what Read More

 Community hosts panel to discuss opioid crisis

Community hosts panel to discuss opioid crisis

Heidi Echavarria October 30, 2024

Drug and substance abuse is an issue that should concern all of us.  Sometimes, members of our family or community struggle to get out of that vicious cycle. Even if those who are battling addiction Read More

 Learn about screen time limits by age

Learn about screen time limits by age

Heidi Echavarria October 28, 2024

Spending time in front of screens is now part of many people’s routine. Work and study are the main reasons why many spend long hours in front of their computer. What is the recommended Read More

 AUPE negotiates wage increase for Covenant Care workers

AUPE negotiates wage increase for Covenant Care workers

Heidi Echavarria October 28, 2024

Workers at Covenant Health St. Therese Villa in Lethbridge, Alberta, have entered into negotiations with their employer. According to Curtis Jackson, vice president of the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees Executive Office, Southern Region, they Read More

 Predators use social platforms to reach children

Predators use social platforms to reach children

Heidi Echavarria October 25, 2024

Parece que los depredadores están aumentando en número con sus actos delictivos, por lo que deberíamos estar aún más atentos a la hora de proteger a nuestros niños. SegúRead More

 Panel discussion in Lethbridge to discuss addiction

Panel discussion in Lethbridge to discuss addiction

Heidi Echavarria October 25, 2024

A panel discussion will be held at the Lethbridge Library on Tuesday, October 29 to discuss the opioid crisis in the city. Alvin Mills, founder of a recovery centre, explains the importance of having a collaboration Read More

 Research confirms that social media is addictive

Research confirms that social media is addictive

Heidi Echavarria October 24, 2024

Para muchos, la era digital ha traído grandes retos. Uno de ellos es saber equilibrar el tiempo que pasamos frente a las pantallas, y no necesariamente cuando estamos trabajando frente al ordenador. Para algunos Read More

 Starlight Children’s Foundation brings hope to Lethbridge family

Starlight Children’s Foundation brings hope to Lethbridge family

Heidi Echavarria October 18, 2024

A Lethbridge family witnessed first-hand how caring a community can be. The Starlight Children’s Foundation Canada helped bring hope and joy when it was needed the most. BCN’s Heidi Echavarria has the details Read More

 AMA begins campaign to get government into action

AMA begins campaign to get government into action

Landon Hickok October 8, 2024

The Alberta Medical Association has kicked off a large advertising campaign in order to grab the attention of the provincial government in order to maintain and attract health care workers in the province.Read More

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  • High school students honoured in Registered Apprenticeship Program

    May 14, 2026 May 14, 2026

    Today, over 80 graduating high school students who took part in the Registered Apprenticeship Program, or RAP, were honored during...

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  • Public safety or cost savings? Debate over Lethbridge-Fire/EMS system at SACPA

    May 14, 2026 May 14, 2026

    A growing debate over the future of Lethbridge’s integrated Fire/EMS system took centre stage at today’s Southern Alberta Council on Public...

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  • Critical upgrades to Wastewater Treatment Plant could cost $285 million

    May 13, 2026 May 13, 2026

    Less than 24 hours after Lethbridge City Council made their decision on the future of integrated emergency services, the Community...

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  • Lethbridge rejects proposed EHS contract cost conditions

    May 13, 2026 May 13, 2026

    There are more twists and turns in the ongoing saga surrounding Emergency Medical Services in the province, including here in...

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  • New mentorship program launched for young by Farming Smarter

    May 13, 2026 May 13, 2026

    For farming lovers, the group Farming Smarter is taking young farmers under their wing with a new program. The ‘Mentorship Relationships in the Agricultural Community’ program, will see younger and newer farmers mentored on crop production,...

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  • High school students honoured in Registered Apprenticeship Program

    May 14, 2026 May 14, 2026

    Today, over 80 graduating high school students who took part in the Registered Apprenticeship Program, or RAP, were honored during...

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  • Public safety or cost savings? Debate over Lethbridge-Fire/EMS system at SACPA

    May 14, 2026 May 14, 2026

    A growing debate over the future of Lethbridge’s integrated Fire/EMS system took centre stage at today’s Southern Alberta Council on Public...

    Continue reading
  • New mentorship program launched for young by Farming Smarter

    May 13, 2026 May 13, 2026

    For farming lovers, the group Farming Smarter is taking young farmers under their wing with a new program. The ‘Mentorship Relationships in the Agricultural Community’ program, will see younger and newer farmers mentored on crop production,...

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  • Lethbridge encourages responsible pet ownership through clean-up initiative

    May 12, 2026 May 12, 2026

    Picking up after your dog is a dirty business but in Lethbridge it’s the law. Sadly, not every dog owner...

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  • Smile cookie competition raises over $34,000 for FCSS-programs

    May 12, 2026 May 12, 2026

    The towns of Taber and Coaldale have been competing for the most cookie sales – in the friendly Tim Horton’s Smile Cookie Campaign competition. Taber sold more than 7,700 cookies, beating Coaldale...

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