Work continues to expand in the Whoop Up Drive and Scenic Drive interchange that will result in its first round of road closures. Beginning Tuesday, the Scenic Drive on-ramp from 6th Avenue south will close, Read More
With the economy continuing to impact many families, municipalities across Southern Alberta are working to keep their communities affordable while continuing to attract investment and support local growth. The Town of Coaldale has recently published Read More
Taking part in a friendly competition as a unique way to raise funds for those in need is both generous and inspiring. The Battle of the Badges returns to Spitz Stadium this Saturday as members Read More
If you’re a fan of Shakespeare and of theatre, you are in luck. A new edition of Shakespeare in the Park is coming to Lethbridge this summer to more than a dozen outdoor sites. Read More
Back in May, the RCMP Southern Alberta District Crime Reduction Unit conducted an investigation into a string of thefts and damage to from Oil and Gas and Agriculture infrastructure. As a result, three people have Read More
Lethbridge will host some Juno award winning artists next month with the return of the Wide Skies Music Festival. The live music event presented by the Geomatic Attic has a new site at the Civic Read More
Today marked the final day of the 2025–2026 school year, bringing to a close a year filled with both challenges and learning experiences for parents, teachers, and students alike. Now, it’s time for a well-deserved Read More
This weekend, the Lethbridge Rotary Dragon Boat Festival returns to Henderson Lake. One of the most anticipated events of the summer, the free community festival brings dragon boat teams from across Western Canada together for Read More
As a reminder to Lethbridge residents, 2026 property taxes are due by June 30th and the city wants to notify residents that there are plenty of payment options available. The 2026 Municipal Property Tax Bylaw is tied-in Read More
Lethbridge residents had the chance to give their gardens a boost while supporting environmental sustainability during the City’s free Compost and Mulch Giveaway event. Organized by the Waste & Environment department, the initiative aims Read More
WestJet has flown their final flights from Lethbridge and Medicine Hat on Wednesday morning, as both cities contend with how to bring commercial air service back. Passengers arrived at YQL early Wednesday morning to catch Read More
Today, the University of Lethbridge celebrated National Indigenous Peoples Day with a special event that included a Blackfoot naming ceremony and the announcement of a significant gift supporting the Indigenous Artist in Residence program. Dr. Read More
The alleged shooter in Montreal on Monday has been identified as 25-year-old Seth Scott Hatfield, from Lethbridge. His name was released by the Quebec coroner on Tuesday. The coroner has also identified the two other Read More
A new partnership has been announced in southern Alberta. The Town of Coalhurst and Lethbridge County are joining forces to create a shared service model for land use planning and development. Tory Campbell, Reeve with Read More
There’s been some new developments for musician Corb Lund and his Water Not Coal petition. This week during a press conference Alberta Premier Danielle Smith was asked if Lund’s petition question would appear Read More
Large populations of mosquitos may soon be swarming in following the massive amounts of rain this spring and with warmer weather around our corner. The City of Lethbridge is monitoring areas of standing water in Read More
History was made in Canadian sports on Thursday at the FIFA World Cup. Canada dominated in a group stage match over Qatar with a 6-0 victory at BC Place in Vancouver. The win came at Read More
Today, the Town of Coaldale celebrates the completion of its new potable water reservoir and pump station, a project valued at more than $13 million. The project marks a significant milestone in the Town’s 2019 Infrastructure Read More
Albertans concerned about their religious freedoms are being invited to discuss those freedoms at a symposium in September. The theme of the 2026 session is “Defending Religious Liberty as a Foundational Freedom.” Dr. John Young, a Read More
Two southern Alberta team members from Excite Lethbridge have earned national recognition. Kaira Cale, Manager of Event Development, and Kathleen Boniol, Lead of Event Development and Entertainment, have both been named top 10 under 40 recipients by Read More
It can be difficult for newcomers to settle in a new country, where the language, culture, and many other aspects of daily life are completely different. With that in mind, Lethbridge Family Services is launching Read More
Summer music is set to return to downtown Lethbridge. The Allied Arts Council launches the sixth season of the Upside Downtown Concert and Arts Series. The event features a diverse lineup of local, regional, and Read More
This year, Canada celebrates its 159th anniversary, and the City of Lethbridge, together with Excite Lethbridge, have partnered to make Canada Day 2026 an unforgettable celebration. Sarah Burton, Facility Programmer with the City of Lethbridge, says Read More
As West Lethbridge continues to see new growth and much needed development, a new pitch from the city is now drawing concerns from its residents. At the city’s Community Issues Committee meeting on Tuesday, Read More
Major improvements are coming to the Whoop Up Drive and Scenic Drive interchange which began Tuesday June 16, and will continue through November. The city aims to improve motorist and pedestrian mobility by adding two extra Read More
A wrestler originally from Lethbridge has captured a silver medal at the FISU World University Combat Championships in Brazil last week. Angelina Ellis-Toddington competes with the University of Calgary’s 68kg class and was one Read More
Knowing the importance of supporting youth, the Community Foundation has announced the Dr. David and Mrs. Shirley Hughes bequest of almost 3.2 million dollars. Charleen Davidson, Executive Director of The Community Foundation, says the gift will Read More
Construction crews have begun work on a new roundabout that will impact the main route to get to Lethbridge Polytechnic. The intersection at College Drive South and 28 Avenue/Tudor Boulevard South is now closed beginning Read More
The Chinook Sexual Assault Centre has officially rebranded as Aurora. The new identity represents renewal, a process that is at the heart of the work at the Centre. Cayley King, Board Chair with Aurora says Read More
Members of Lethbridge City Council are moving forward with recommendations of dozens of budget reduction measures ahead of next years operating budget. Council’s Community Issues Committee sought to ensure that residents will pay a Read More
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