Lethbridge Police Service has joined other law enforcement agencies to help combat a romance and investment crypto-currency scam during Operation Disruption. Officials say during a recent workshop hosted by Calgary Police and Chainalysis, they identified Read More
It was a bit of an uneasy start to a Monday morning as at least 11 different businesses had to be evacuated at the West Lethbridge Town Centre on University Drive West. Lethbridge Police were notified Read More
The city of Lethbridge wants to gather feedback about what you thought of their snow removal efforts this winter. They’ve launched an online survey to garner opinions. On March 18, the survey was sent to Read More
Lots of southern Albertans have been taking in the Home, Garden and Leisure show which continues until Saturday at the Agri-food Hub and Trade Centre in Lethbridge. There are a number of gardening displays plus Read More
BCN news anchor Hal Roberts will be emceeing a very special evening in Lethbridge on Friday evening. The Southern Alberta Men’s Ministry will be hosting an event for men beginning at 7pm at Free Read More
A former Superintendent with the Lethbridge Police Service was honoured on Thursday. The LPS Veterans Association celebrated the 100th birthday of Glen Michelson. He began his policing career with the RCMP in 1947 and served until 1950. Read More
They’ve only been in use for about four months but already there are issues surrounding the downtown bike lanes in Lethbridge…and now some people want them gone. BCN’s Jeannette Rocher explains why. &Read More
An impressive roster of leaders graced the University of Lethbridge campus Wednesday for its first-ever International Women’s Day Leadership Conference. Vice-Provost for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, Martha Mathurin-Moe was one of the key organizers Read More
March is fraud prevention month. According to the Canadian Anti Fraud Centre last year Canadians lost $567-million to scammers. That is an increase of $37-million from 2022. Sargeant Kevin Talbot who is with the Economic Crimes Read More
Lethbridge city officials say their application to the federal government’s Housing Accelerator Fund program was declined. They say they were disappointed by the news that Lethbridge will not be eligible for 6.25-million dollars which Read More
Lethbridge will be receiving new permanent supportive housing units thanks to an investment by the Alberta government. Officials say the 10.2 million dollar investment will help to build new housing in our city to ensure those Read More
Provincial funding for a Lethbridge case manager who handles cases of elder abuse has allegedly been pulled. The Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization (LSCO) says they were shocked to learn that funding for the Case Manager Read More
Avalanche Canada extends avalanche warning due to significant snowfall
Avalanche Canada has extended a special avalanche warning until the end of day Thursday, March 7th due to more significant snowfall on top of the snowpack layer that’s been a cause for concern. Avalanche Read More
A special event in support of victims of human trafficking getting back on their feet is taking place this Friday. Not4Sale is holding a fundraising gala in the hopes of raising $100,000. The group’s Read More
It is Day Two of the Ag Expo taking place at the Lethbridge Agri-food Hub and Trade Centre. There are around 300 exhibitors participating. Organizers say the event is business focused where farmers can network and Read More
For many it’s the closest they’ll ever come to the feeling of being homeless. On Saturday, hundreds of people in Lethbridge had the opportunity to empathize with those who have no shelter this Read More
Christian organization Streets Alive Mission which helps many of our homeless in the city held their Coldest Night of the Year event over the weekend. It is one of their biggest fundraisers. Co-founder, Ken Kissick, Read More
Another special event is coming up this Saturday in Lethbridge. It is the Coldest Night of the Year walk. A fundraiser aimed at supporting vulnerable people in our community. There will actually be two walks Read More
Two of the four Chinook High School football players who were charged with sexual assault of another player have pleaded not guilty here in Lethbridge. The boys, all aged 16 and 17 are charged with sexual assault Read More
NDP leadership hopeful Kathleen Ganley came down from Calgary today for a campaign stop and was joined by her campaign chair and Lethbridge West MLA Shannon Phillips to discuss how to help make life more Read More
Kindness Week kicked off on Monday. Volunteer Lethbridge was out at Lethbridge College to spread some kindness through handing out cookies and other treats. The organization was at the Centre Core to promote their new Read More
With rising costs, it is becoming increasingly difficult to treat yourself and your loved to a romantic date night. For those who are looking to celebrate Valentine’s Day on a budget, you need to Read More
It was a Night To Shine at Parallel Church in Lethbridge on Friday Night. A number of young people with disabilities were honoured with a special prom ceremony. Organizers say the event, which began in 2015 Read More
The “Care from the Heart” radio-a-thon was another huge success this year. Hundreds of folks and organizations helped raise more than half a million dollars for the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation. Crystal Elliott, CEO of Read More
This Sunday is 211 day and the United Way in Lethbridge is raising awareness about the service. As BCN’s Alex MacLeod explains, with the increase in calls, it is needed now more than ever.Read More
Teenagers across Alberta staged a school walkout Wednesday morning to protest Premier Danielle Smith’s proposed gender identity policies. Last week, Smith announced a number of policy changes related to gender-diverse youth and sexual education. Read More
The red carpet is being rolled out as Night to Shine is coming back to Lethbridge on Friday. The event is an opportunity for teens with special needs to come together for a prom-style event. Read More
Ten-thousand water meters across Lethbridge are going to be replaced. City officials say the three-year program will replace outdated meters with better technology. Leanne Lammertsen, Manager of Water and Waste-Water operations, says the upgrades will Read More
The event raises money for Special Olympics Alberta to help fund the athletes travel costs. Lethbridge Mayor, Blaine Hyggen, says it’s a special feeling to be involved. Lethbridge has passed their goal of 15-thousand Read More
The Lethbridge Polar Plunge took place this past weekend. The event had residents jumping in some chilly water for charity. Matt Burton, the provincial director for the Alberta Law Enforcement Torch Run, says the long-running Read More