It’s that time of the year where graduates of post-secondary institutions are celebrating their accomplishments and will soon move on to bigger and greater things. On Friday, spring graduates from the Lethbridge Polytechnic crossed Read More
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For truck lovers who also enjoy supporting causes that benefit the community, especially in health care. The Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation has launched the Truck Lottery. The grand prize features a 2026 Toyota Tundra 4x4CrewMax Read More
Folks from the Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization are facing off against those from the Nord-Bridge Seniors Centre in a friendly Battle of the Brews. In partnership with local favourite Cuppers Coffee & Tea, each organization Read More
Throughout most of Thursday morning, there was heavy police activity occurring in a residential neighborhood in north Lethbridge. LPS and their tactical unit blocked off a large stretch of 6th avenue north between the 1600 and 1900 Read More
The future of our city’s integrated Fire and Emergency Medical Service is still very much up in the air. City officials say rising labour costs remain a major hurdle in efforts to preserve the Read More
UPDATE: The Canadian College Baseball Conference World Series has been relocated to Lloyd Nolan Yard for the entirety of the tournament. The decision was made after a review of Spitz Stadium’s field conditions, after Read More
The University of Lethbridge will be getting a new backyard renovation this summer, thanks to a grant from the Embark Student Foundation worth $500,000. An announcement held on Wednesday introduced developments on a new vibrant and Read More
A joint-regional investment is helping to develop a tourism corridor along Highway 3. About $120,000 will go toward enhancing the connection from Crowsnest Pass to Medicine Hat with newly planned itineraries. The funding comes from the province’Read More
The folks from Coaldale will have a new farmers’ market during the summer season. The exciting new community initiative is designed to celebrate the very best of Southern Alberta through local growers, makers, bakers, artisans, Read More
ALTA Paramedic Health, formerly Emergency Health Services Alberta, is reacting to the City of Lethbridge’s decision to not cover extra costs of an integrated EMS contract. City Council voted it down last Tuesday saying Read More
The Lethbridge Astronomy Society is celebrating a milestone. This year is the 35th anniversary of the opening of the city’s observatory. The non-profit society has prided itself on establishing what they call a top Read More
Complaints have recently been made regarding a particular residential intersection in Lethbridge, with one resident demanding changes to make it safer. Virgil Grandfield is a resident who has been living directly off 13th St S Read More
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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14-year-old charged after attacking man with knife at Legacy Park
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Funding supports Indigenous-led recovery outreach in southern Alberta
The Renewal & Healing Centre has secured funding to launch Indigenous-led recovery outreach and traditional healing camps in Lethbridge and...
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One inspection keeps food trucks serving across three communities
One inspection. Three communities. That’s the goal behind a regional partnership that’s making life easier for southern Alberta food truck...
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Lethbridge County survey reveals support for protecting farmland
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Alison Arneson named 2026 Miners Days honorary Parade Marshal
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Christmas Hope partners at Farmers’ Market this Saturday
For the first time, Christmas Hope Partners will have a presence at the Downtown Farmers’ Market this Saturday as part...
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