An elementary school in West Lethbridge has been designated as an International Spanish Academy; the first of its kind in southern Alberta. The West Coulee Station Elementary School offers bilingual education between English and Spanish, Read More
We have some sad news to pass along about a well-loved community leader who has died. Ben Rowley, a member of the Inclusion Lethbridge Board of Directors died suddenly on Thursday. The news was released Read More
As the need for food assistance continues to grow, community support is becoming increasingly important to help local individuals and families facing food insecurity. Knowing their donations are being handled responsibly and reaching those who Read More
The City of Lethbridge is encouraging residents to reduce waste and make better use of local recycling programs during Waste Reduction Week, running October 19 to 23. From a free compost giveaway to expanded plastic recycling options Read More
Lethbridge Polytechnic is receiving support from the federal government to the tune of $3-million to launch new skilled trades programs that support the agri-food sector. The move is part of an effort to address a Read More
The Lethbridge Airport presented its annual workplan to council’s Community Issues Committee this week. The plan prioritizes revenue growth and maintaining viability and enhanced connectivity. Discussions continue with airline service providers in attempts to Read More
Three city councillors in Lethbridge are marking one year in the chair since being sworn in for the first time last year. Rufa Doria, Al Beeber and Ryan Wolfe were sworn in along with the Read More
Lethbridge Mayor Blaine Hyggen is calling for unity following the provincial referendum. More than 50,000 residents casted ballots and voted 80%in favour of option 1 on question 10, for Alberta to remain as a Canadian province. Hyggen is Read More
Due to rising grocery costs, food bank use in Canada reached 2.3 million visits in a single month, according to Food Banks Canada. That growing need is also reflected in communities like Lethbridge, where local organizations Read More
Every season is an opportunity to give back and support those in need. The Lethbridge Food Bank is bringing back its annual Halloween Maze, offering families a chance to enjoy festive Halloween activities, decorations and Read More
Canadians are stepping up to donate blood following a fatal fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright over the weekend. The fire broke out Saturday during a live-fire military training exercise, when strong winds caused a Read More
The loss of four Canadian Armed Forces members at CFB Wainwright is hitting the military community hard. For veterans, incidents like this can bring back memories of their own service and the risks faced by Read More
A fire was contained at a downtown Lethbridge apartment complex on Sunday afternoon. Nineteen members with Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services from four stations responded shortly after 4:30pm to a three-storey building on the 200 block Read More
Voters in Alberta headed to the polls on Monday for a referendum that asks 10 questions, including whether Alberta should pursue a binding referendum on leaving Canada, or remaining as a province. In Lethbridge, it was Read More
The University of Lethbridge’s fall convocation is this weekend and on Friday, it held its annual Alumni Achievement Awards celebration to honour new inductees into the latest alumni class. Receiving some of these awards Read More
A 51-year-old Lethbridge man has been handed his sentence stemming from a gruesome incident of sexual assault and human trafficking of three teenage girls. A trial was avoided after the subject, Skye Atoa, pleaded guilty Read More
For the first time, Environment Lethbridge is hosting the How-to Faire, an event designed to help people learn how to repair everyday items themselves. The initiative will feature demonstrations and workshops led by local volunteers, Read More
Lethbridge Family Services is recognizing Health Care Aides Day on October 18, highlighting the essential role these workers play in supporting people at home. Health Care Aides assist older adults, people living with disabilities and those Read More
The Lethbridge and area Raging Grannies rallied in support of Alberta remaining part of Canada ahead of the October 19 referendum. The group focused on question 10, which asks whether Alberta should begin the process of separating Read More
A handful of this year’s most distinguished local artists were awarded at the Mayor’s Luncheon for Business and the Arts held at the Sandman Signature Lodge on Wednesday. Co-hosted by Mayor Blaine Hyggen Read More
Albertans are preparing to vote on 10 referendum questions on October 19, covering immigration, access to public services and Alberta’s constitutional powers. The vote will also ask whether the province should begin the process of holding Read More
A new annual membership option is giving seniors in Lethbridge more benefits while supporting local community services. The $500 Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization Member+ Card also helps fund programs for older adults. LSCO Executive Director Kaitlynn Read More
A 58-year-old man from Lethbridge has been charged with embezzling $3.5 million over five years. Police began investigating four separate businesses in the fall of 2022 after reports of duplicitous activity. LPS’ Economic Crimes Unit identified numerous Read More
A 42-year-old man has been charged with human trafficking in Lethbridge. Police say they responded to a human trafficking report on September 29th, and discovered that a woman was being trafficked in Lethbridge and various Read More
A Wednesday night westside fire is under investigation by Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services. Over two dozen fire crew members responded to a residential structure fire in the 200 block of Laval Boulevard West at around 11 Read More
Just over 300 advance polling stations are open in Alberta for voters to cast their ballots for the provincial referendum. Voters are being asked to weigh in on 10 questions, including whether Alberta should stay in Canada Read More
With Remembrance Day approaching, New West Theatre is presenting a new play about a Second World War veteran, Hank Dunfield, as he approaches his 100th birthday. “Flight Risk” is written by award-winning Alberta playwright Meg Read More
The City of Lethbridge is looking for a volunteer with an interest or knowledge of local history to join its Historic Places Advisory Committee for a three-year term. The committee advises city administration on the Read More
Although the Bringing Hearts Home campaign has surpassed its original $30-million fundraising goal, the Lethbridge community continues to support the expansion of cardiac care in southern Alberta. The latest contribution comes from Gerald and Rita Read More
Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services responded to a structure fire in downtown Lethbridge on Saturday, October 10. The fire was reported around 12:12 p.m. in the 100 block of 5 Street South. Residents of the building alerted emergency Read More
