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 Boost for Green-Acres seniors’ lodge modernization in Picture-Butte

Boost for Green-Acres seniors’ lodge modernization in Picture-Butte

Heidi Echavarria May 15, 2026

Seniors in Picture Butte could soon have access to a more modern and expanded living space as Green Acres Foundation prepares for the redevelopment of Piyami Lodge, a project aimed at supporting the growing housing Read More

 The Ideas Store, a free 16 day festival kicks off in Lethbridge

The Ideas Store, a free 16 day festival kicks off

Naveen Day May 15, 2026

A free 16-day festival kicks off in Lethbridge this weekend, with a focus on various mediums of art. BCN’s Naveen Day has the details.Read More

 High school students honoured in Registered Apprenticeship Program

High school students honoured in Registered Apprenticeship Program

Heidi Echavarria May 14, 2026

Today, over 80 graduating high school students who took part in the Registered Apprenticeship Program, or RAP, were honored during the annual Apprenticeship Celebration. The event was hosted by CAREERS: The Next Generation in partnership with Read More

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

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

Heidi Echavarria 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 Affairs discussion or SACPA, as firefighters warned provincial EMS changes could Read More

 Critical upgrades to Wastewater Treatment Plant could cost $285 million

Critical upgrades to Wastewater Treatment Plant could cost $285 million

Landon Hickok May 13, 2026

Less than 24 hours after Lethbridge City Council made their decision on the future of integrated emergency services, the Community Issues Committee considered the looming risks behind the city’s wastewater treatment plant. During their meeting Read More

 Lethbridge rejects proposed EHS contract cost conditions

Lethbridge rejects proposed EHS contract cost conditions

Landon Hickok May 13, 2026

There are more twists and turns in the ongoing saga surrounding Emergency Medical Services in the province, including here in Lethbridge. On Tuesday evening, Lethbridge City Council voted 7-2 to reject a rescindment motion that Read More

 New mentorship program launched for young by Farming Smarter

New mentorship program launched for young by Farming Smarter

Heidi Echavarria 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 Read More

 Lethbridge encourages responsible pet ownership through clean-up initiative

Lethbridge encourages responsible pet ownership through clean-up initiative

Heidi Echavarria May 12, 2026

Picking up after your dog is a dirty business but in Lethbridge it’s the law. Sadly, not every dog owner obeys that law. So, the city is looking for volunteers to help with the Read More

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

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

Heidi Echavarria 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 by a difference of Read More

 Lethbridge man charged for impersonating an officer

Lethbridge man charged for impersonating an officer

Landon Hickok May 12, 2026

Lethbridge Police have charged a 20-year-old man for impersonating a police officer following a traffic stop on Mayor McGrath Drive South. Last Saturday, police pulled over a black Ford Explorer that was decked out with Read More

 Weddings in southern Alberta: A marriage between beauty and budget

Weddings in southern Alberta: A marriage between beauty and budget

Naveen Day May 12, 2026

Wedding season is upon us in southern Alberta. In this next report, BCN’s Naveen Day chatted with various professionals in our wedding industry. He learned what makes southern Alberta so attractive and affordable, and Read More

 Kris Versteeg among inductees at Lethbridge Sports HoF

Kris Versteeg among inductees at Lethbridge Sports HoF

Landon Hickok May 11, 2026

Some recognizable athletes are this year’s inductees to the Lethbridge Sports Hall of Fame. The class of 2026 includes seven members who have been either retired from their sport for at least five years, plus Read More

 From addiction to advocacy: Turning pain into purpose

From addiction to advocacy: Turning pain into purpose

Heidi Echavarria May 11, 2026

From trying alcohol for the first time at the age of 10 to losing her children—because of her addictions – Robin Fox’s story is one of hardship and resilience. Our Heidi Echavarria brings us Robin’Read More

 Spring donation slowdown impacts Lethbridge Soup Kitchen

Spring donation slowdown impacts Lethbridge Soup Kitchen

Heidi Echavarria May 11, 2026

The Lethbridge Soup Kitchen is urging the community to donate after a donation it was expecting didn’t come in on time. There is always a fall in donations in the spring and summer months. Read More

 LPS charge man over random assaults on strangers

LPS charge man over random assaults on strangers

Landon Hickok May 11, 2026

A 29-year-old man is facing charges in connection with three separate assaults. Last Friday at around 8pm, police responded to a call of a woman being assaulted by an unknown man at a residence along Read More

 BikeLane anniversary event set for Saturday

BikeLane anniversary event set for Saturday

Heidi Echavarria May 8, 2026

Spring weather in southern Alberta is giving cyclists plenty of reasons to get outside. And as more people hit the streets and pathways, a local bike business is celebrating its third anniversary and its commitment Read More

 Two Lethbridge park playgrounds undergoing replacement

Two Lethbridge park playgrounds undergoing replacement

Landon Hickok May 8, 2026

The City is currently undergoing work to replace and upgrade two park playgrounds. The previous grounds at Couger Park in the north and Lafayette in the west have reached their lifespan and will be replaced Read More

 Art’s Alive program marks 49 years in Lethbridge

Art’s Alive program marks 49 years in Lethbridge

Heidi Echavarria May 8, 2026

The Southern Alberta Art Gallery is celebrating the 49th anniversary of the Art’s Alive and Well in the Schools program. K to 12 students in the Lethbridge School Division are showcasing their artwork. Jacobi Smigel Read More

 Fort Macleod man charged with sexual assault, may be additional victims

Fort Macleod man charged with sexual assault, may be additional

Landon Hickok May 8, 2026

Lethbridge Police have charged a 35-year-old man in connection with two separate sexual assaults. On April 10th, police responded to a report of a 38-year-old woman being sexually assaulted by an unknown man in a Read More

 Lane closures coming to Whoop-Up & Scenic Drives

Lane closures coming to Whoop-Up & Scenic Drives

Landon Hickok May 8, 2026

Beginning this weekend and continuing into the next week, commuters will need to be aware of ongoing lane closures on Scenic Drive south and Whoop Up Drive due to two separate projects. Between May 9th Read More

 Lethbridge Correctional Centre receives Blackfoot name

Lethbridge Correctional Centre receives Blackfoot name

Naveen Day May 7, 2026

A traditional Blackfoot name has been given to Lethbridge’s correctional facility. BCN’s Naveen Day has the details.Read More

 Wellness wander marks Mental Health Awareness week

Wellness wander marks Mental Health Awareness week

Heidi Echavarria May 7, 2026

Mental Health Awareness Week is being recognized from May 4 to 10. In Lethbridge, the Canadian Mental Health Association is marking the week with its Wellness Wander Scavenger Hunt, highlighting the importance of mental wellness. David Gabert Read More

 Qualicare Home-Care Lethbridge marks opening with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

Qualicare Home-Care Lethbridge marks opening with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

Heidi Echavarria May 7, 2026

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held today to celebrate the grand opening of the new Qualicare Home Care Lethbridge. The event, hosted by the Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce, marked an important milestone for the company and Read More

 60 regional charity organizations receive $589,080 in grants

60 regional charity organizations receive $589,080 in grants

Landon Hickok May 7, 2026

Numerous grants were handed out to charitable organizations across the region on Thursday. The Community Foundation of Lethbridge and southern Alberta gave out over $589,080 to 60 organizations during an event at CASA. Most community projects receive Read More

 2026 Whoop-Up-Days announced as organizer honoured with Blackfoot-name

2026 Whoop-Up-Days announced as organizer honoured with Blackfoot-name

Heidi Echavarria May 6, 2026

  One of the most anticipated celebrations of the year is just around the corner. The 2026 Whoop-Up Days has been announced, with a lineup that includes the Lethbridge & District Pro Rodeo, the Siksika-its-itapi Powwow, Read More

 City Council provides update on EMS contract debate

City Council provides update on EMS contract debate

Landon Hickok May 6, 2026

Lethbridge City Council continues to grapple with options for renewing its current integrated Fire and EMS contract. But following a special council meeting on Tuesday, details have become a bit clearer. Council did not vote Read More

 Police charge man for weapon offence at Henderson Lake

Police charge man for weapon offence at Henderson Lake

Landon Hickok May 6, 2026

Lethbridge Police have charged a 22-year-old man in connection with a weekend altercation at Henderson Lake. At approximately 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, police responded to a report of a dispute between two men on a Read More

 How German POW camps in Alberta changed the region

How German POW camps in Alberta changed the region

Landon Hickok May 6, 2026

During the midst of World War II, Canada took in thousands of Nazi German soldiers as prisoners back to home soil. Most of them ended up coming to southern Alberta, where two camps in Lethbridge Read More

 Sexual violence awareness sparks community action in Lethbridge

Sexual violence awareness sparks community action in Lethbridge

Heidi Echavarria May 5, 2026

May is Sexual Violence Awareness Month, and the Chinook Sexual Assault Centre in Lethbridge is joining efforts to spark community conversations to give a hopeful message to victims. The Centre says receiving the right support Read More

 Lethbridge sex offender rearrested after breaching conditions hours after release

Lethbridge sex offender rearrested after breaching conditions hours after release

Landon Hickok May 5, 2026

Police have charged a Lethbridge man with multiple counts of breaching a lifetime prohibition order stemming from a conviction of child sexual offences. Last Friday, 47-year-old James Robert George Martinac was released from custody after Read More

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