The Southern Alberta Art Gallery has unveiled three new exhibitions. These pieces of art will be located at SAAG sharing the ideas and storytelling of local and international artists. As Micah Quinn explains, the exhibitions will be available for viewing until February 6th. For more information on SAAG and future programming, you can visit […]Read More
Many seniors in our city say they are in need of a friendly voice or message through a simple phone call. The Keep In Touch Program run by Volunteer Lethbridge aims to pair volunteers with seniors in isolation. The program is currently seeking funding and donations to keep going. The Alberta Mental Health and Addiction […]Read More
A fundraiser for the University of Lethbridge called the Shine campaign, has raised over $100 million. This enormous amount of money was given by donors who want to ensure the university continues on as one of the leading post-secondary schools in Alberta. As Micah Quinn explains, the campaign only went public in 2018.Read More
‘Tis the season again for the Christmas Kettle campaign. The annual fundraiser has been running for well over 100 years and the Salvation Army has championed the cause for many years. This year, you can donate by placing money in the kettle or by using an electronic tap option. Donald Bladen, the Community Ministries Officer […]Read More
After two and a half years at the helm, Lethbridge Fire Chief Marc Rathwell is retiring. His final day will be February 11th of next year. As we hear from Micah Quinn, the city is hoping to have a new fire chief in place by mid-January.Read More
A woman from Grande Prairie is looking to spread some Christmas cheer to seniors this holiday season. The 2021 Christmas Card Drive aims to have at least one card delivered to every senior citizen in a long-term care facility across the province by the time Christmas rolls around next month. Organizer Nikki Demers says she […]Read More
The Lethbridge Police Service is recruiting more female officers. The LPS is doing so by offering a four day boot camp to help new female recruits hone their physical fitness and craft in the field. Only 12 per cent of officers within the LPS are female. Staff Sgt. Christy Woods says the force wants to […]Read More
Fans of art in our city are in line for a treat. Six local artists have designed travel posters highlighting the best parts of the city of Lethbridge. As Micah Quinn explains, these works of art are now on sale and each one offers a unique focus of our city. You can buy each […]Read More
The Alberta NDP announced that former Lethbridge City Councillor Rob Miyashiro will be their candidate for Lethbridge East when the next provincial election takes place in 2023. Miyashiro beat out three other candidates including former MLA Maria Fitzpatrick. He says his platform will be focused on people, not things. Miyashiro will be going up against […]Read More
The Christmas Van Project has been put on by an auto repair shop in Lethbridge. The initiative is meant to help out families in our city who are in need during the holiday season. As Micah Quinn explains, staff from the shop are excited to once again bring some added smiles to families who need […]Read More
The winter season is fast approaching, and with that comes the harsh snow and colder temperatures. Alvin Mills is the founder of the grassroots group called Kindness To Others. He has been working on the front lines helping out our homeless for the past decade. Mills is a recovered addict and says he knows the […]Read More
The Southern Alberta Ethnic Association is offering up some Christmas cheer this holiday season. The group is putting on their 23rd annual Complimentary Community Christmas Dinner. It is for those in our community who are facing hardships. Last year, over 250 residents picked up a meal. The Executive Director of the association, Jackie French, says […]Read More
The Lethbridge Soup Kitchen has faced recent financial struggles and for a while there was a thought that the kitchen would shut down. The kitchen doesn’t rely on government funding to stay afloat. As of late, generous donations from the community have allowed the kitchen to stay open and pay for expenses. These donations total […]Read More
An online musical competition is raising funds and awareness for those living with disabilities through a fun contest. L’Arche is an international organization that creates homes, programs and support networks for people with intellectual disabilities. Now in its second season, the Battle of the Fans lip-sync competition was created by L’Arche to raise funds. Teams […]Read More
A collaborative project has been created to showcase Blackfoot items in a new digital microsite. As Micah Quinn explains, this microsite aims to reconnect Blackfoot items from museums with members in the Blackfoot community.Read More
Canola prices broke past the $1,000 per metric tonne mark over the past week. And wheat prices are continuing to surge. David Lea with Market Place Commodities in Lethbridge says, drought has been the big driver in prices.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 like to see as many people as possible light a candle in Marshal’s honour and post a picture of it to […]Read More
The Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden is set to open for the season for the always popular Winter Light Festival on November 26th. There will also be the grand opening of a new cultural centre. Despite covid restrictions in place the festival boasted a large turn out even higher than the previous year. As Micah Quinn […]Read More
The City of Lethbridge recently implemented a policy on November 15th that all employees now have to be vaccinated if they want to continue to be employed. The General Manager of People and Culture for the city, Jason Elliott, says over 95 per cent of city employees have reported their vaccination status. Of that group, […]Read More
The City of Lethbridge’s bus service, cityLINK, has been a hot button topic since it was implemented earlier in August. Bridge City News has spoken to a number of Lethbridge residents who have complained about the efficiency of the program in the past. Lethbridge Transit General Manager, Tim Sanderson, says the city has heard the […]Read More
Today marks National Philanthropy Day. A day to honour those who donate so much to our communities. As Micah Quinn explains, six local philanthropists were honoured to highlight the outstanding work they have done here in southern Alberta.Read More
Two students from southwestern Alberta are set to become $10,000 richer. The Rotary Club of Lethbridge East and District Exhibition announced the Agriculture Scholarship Award program at Exhibition Park. The honour recognizes the importance that agriculture plays in our region and awards scholarship money to some of the top agriculture students. In order to qualify […]Read More
A protest of illegal activities that have been happening at the Superlodge Motel on Mayor Magrath Drive was held earlier today. Members say they don’t feel safe in the neighbourhoods close to the motel. The Lethbridge Police Service have responded to incidents at the motel close to 50 times in the past few months. On […]Read More
A play with a Christmas and Remembrance Day twist is set to wow spectators here in our city. As Micah Quinn explains, the play called All Is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914, is based on real events that happened during World War One.Read More
Remembrance Day is quickly approaching and ceremonies will take place tomorrow as a time for us to reflect on the sacrifices veterans made to secure our freedoms. There is one event right here in Lethbridge and the other two in Coaldale and Stirling. The poppy campaign is also in full swing, and the legion is […]Read More
Remembrance Day is just around the corner. A special day to remember those who fought for the freedoms we enjoy today. A World War One veterans uniform was discovered in Lethbridge and has since been donated to the Galt Museum and Archives. As Micah Quinn reports, this uniform holds a special local connection to our […]Read More
The beautiful shine of the Northern Lights has created quite the show in many parts of Canada including here in Lethbridge. Locke Spencer, an Associate Professor for the Department of Astronomy at the University of Lethbridge, says as the sun’s rays get twisted and tangled, they then eject and release solar atmosphere and particles out […]Read More
A Blackfoot Confederacy flag raising took place Monday at Chinook High School in Lethbridge. As Micah Quinn explains, Indigenous speakers spoke about the importance of the flag and what we can do to work towards reconciliation.Read More
A Lethbridge veteran has created a bilingual poster of the poem, In Flanders Fields. It was to pay homage to National Indigenous Veterans Day. The poem was translated into Blackfoot and there are warrior symbols on the poster that hold a significant meaning for the Blackfoot people. Local historian Glenn Miller helped create the poster […]Read More
The Mothers Against Drunk Driving Project Red Ribbon campaign has begun. It looks to raise awareness and promote sober driving during the upcoming holiday season. Members of the MADD Lethbridge and Area Chapter will be at the Park Place Mall throughout the weekend giving out the ribbons. Chapter president, Anita Huchala, says the ribbon symbolizes […]Read More
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