As Canada’s blood supply continues to shrink during the busy summer season, police officers, RCMP members and Alberta Sheriffs in Lethbridge are rolling up their sleeves to encourage others to donate. Canadian Blood Services Read More
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After Lethbridge City Council reaffirmed its opposition to Alberta’s proposed funding model for the integrated Fire and EMS system, the president of the Lethbridge Firefighters IAFF Local 237 says firefighters are “deeply disappointed” with the Read More
Young nature enthusiasts in Lethbridge are getting the chance to become scientists. The Helen Schuler Nature Centre is hosting BugQuest, a free hands-on program for youth ages 11 to 15 that introduces participants to a Canada-wide insect Read More
Maxime Bernier was in Lethbridge this week speaking to Albertans during his cross-province tour promoting his party’s support in this October’s provincial referendum. The leader of the People’s Party of Canada claims Read More
The Alberta government has invested $23.4 million into expanding life-saving kidney care at Lethbridge’s Chinook Regional Hospital. The new hemodialysis unit at Chinook has recently opened new treatment centres that increase their weekly capacity by 25% Read More
Traffic along the Crowsnest Highway on Wednesday afternoon was severely disrupted after a multi-vehicle collision occurred shortly after 2 p.m.. According to LPS a 64-year-old man is facing multiple violations and a criminal charge after Read More
ALERT with assistance with Lethbridge Police made a massive weapons seizure as part of a drug trafficking investigation. On July 15th, ALERT Lethbridge’s organized crime team located the large cache of weapons and drugs Read More
A targeted police operation in downtown Lethbridge led to more than 100 outstanding warrants being executed, and the life of an overdose victim being saved. On Tuesday, Lethbridge Police Service and the Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Read More
Lethbridge residents say they trust their police service and feel safer in their community than they did two years ago. A new 2026 survey shows overall satisfaction, with the Lethbridge Police Service, has reached its highest Read More
The future of Lethbridge’s integrated Fire and EMS system remains unresolved. After Alberta paused its EMS procurement process last June and opened negotiations with municipalities, many hoped a solution was within reach. Instead, the Read More
Visitors downtown had one last chance this summer to bite into the city’s best cuisine on wheels. On Monday, Foodie Fest returned for the third and final time this summer with more than a Read More
The Renewal & Healing Centre has secured funding to launch Indigenous-led recovery outreach and traditional healing camps in Lethbridge and Kainai First Nation. The 271 thousand dollars funding will be used to bring together local organizations Read More
One inspection. Three communities. That’s the goal behind a regional partnership that’s making life easier for southern Alberta food truck operators. After launching last year, the shared inspection program between Lethbridge, Coaldale and Read More
Lethbridge Police say an altercation at a northside park last week led to a youth attacking a man with a knife. A 14-year-old has been arrested and is now facing numerous charges. On July 23, just Read More
The voices of Lethbridge County residents and the development industry have been heard. The County has released its “What We Heard” report, highlighting strong support for protecting agricultural land, directing growth near existing hamlets and Read More
There’s over 100 fires still burning in British Colombia along, with smoke making its way east to our province. Lethbridge and Calgary have been under air quality advisories for the past week, with similar conditions Read More
If you’re heading to the Lethbridge Bulls game on Friday night, you’re gonna notice a new look on the field. The Bulls plan to debut their new limited edition ‘Henderson Lake Bull Sharks” Read More
A longtime Coalhurst resident has been named the 2026 Miners Days Honorary Parade Marshal. Alison Arneson has spent more than 50 years serving the community through volunteer work, public service and the Royal Canadian Legion. She will Read More
For the first time, Christmas Hope Partners will have a presence at the Downtown Farmers’ Market this Saturday as part of their Christmas in July Gift Card Campaign. The initiative is giving residents an early Read More
Spitz Stadium and the Lethbridge Elks are ready to host a cross-country baseball tournament, one that they haven’t hosted since 2014. As part of their 45th season, the Elks will welcome seven clubs from Montana Read More
A school in north Lethbridge that’s over a hundred-years old is expected to be replaced in the next few years, but it has left local historians concerned. The Galbraith Elementary School, completed in 1912, was Read More
Lethbridge County has issued a Fire Ban as extreme wildfire risk continues across the region. Effective Thursday morning, all outdoor burning is prohibited until further notice. County officials say hot, dry conditions have left vegetation Read More
A new default speed limit is coming to Coaldale. The speed limit on roads without posted signs will be reduced from 50 to 40 kilometres per hour. The change will only apply to unposted roads, while Highway 3, Read More
Canada’s crime severity index recorded declines in every province and territory except New Brunswick and Nunavut, and in most major cities in 2025. Statistics Canada reports overall, Canada’s crime severity index dropped five per Read More
The Lethbridge Hurricanes have announced their new General Manager after Peter Anholt stepped down in January of last season. At a Wednesday morning press conference, the Canes introduced Barclay Parneta, who has served as interim Read More
A Lethbridge resident and former ULeth Pronghorn basketball star has been named to the Alberta Basketball Hall of Fame’s Class of 2026. Perry Mirkovich is a three-time Canada West All-Star and one-time Second Team All-Canadian Read More
Council members with the City of Lethbridge were provided with an update into the city’s encampment strategy on Tuesday, which claims reported encampment activity is on the decline from this time last year. City Read More
The town of Coaldale is conducting its annual Community Satisfaction Survey. The public consultation gives residents the opportunity to provide feedback on Town programs and service levels, including finance, taxation, governance, communication, engagement, and quality Read More
This is the National Drowning Prevention Week — a timely reminder of the importance of staying safe around the water. The message carries even more weight in southern Alberta, where an 11-year-old boy drowned at Echo Read More
UPDATE: Police have confirmed Tuesday morning that they have located the suspects vehicle thanks to information from the public. Police thank the public for their assistance and say the investigation is continuing. ORIGINAL: Lethbridge Police Read More
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