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Cinderella Project helps grads with apparel for 8th year
Grad season is just around the corner, and that can sometimes mean big purchases for mom and dad. But as BCN’s Jeannette Rocher explains, a Lethbridge non-profit is once again helping students suit-up for Read More
There are just some items every child needs growing up. A bicycle is certainly one of them. That’s according to the Green N’ Yellow group which is holding their annual Bicycle BBQ fundraiser on Read More
Students take plunge at Chillin’ 4 Charity
If you happened to be near the bus loop outside the University of Lethbridge on Tuesday, you would have seen an unusual sight. It appeared to be a splash-and-play day, complete with an above ground Read More
Frostbite can occur within minutes in the coming days. Naturally, our thoughts turn to those who don’t have a comfortable warm place to go including many of the city’s most vulnerable. Ken Kissick Read More
A Lethbridge non-profit organization is breathing a huge sigh of relief today. Up until late Friday, a “stop order” was hanging over the operations of Streets Alive Mission. It was implemented by the City of Read More
Angel Tree low on LEGO, dolls, crafts; LFS to serve
As hard times have fallen on more families this year, Lethbridge Family Services is making one final push to ensure every child wakes up to a gift under the Christmas tree. By the time the Read More
Christmas cruise and Toy-Run for Angel Tree campaign
If you like Christmas lights, make sure you head out to Mayor Magrath Drive South on Friday night. It will be lit up beautifully but not by Christmas Trees. At least 30 decorated semi-trucks from across Read More
Green N Yellow Group nominates eight families to receive help
The Green ‘N Yellow Group has geared up for its annual Family Christmas initiative. Over the past eight years the organization has been asking the community to nominate a family or an individual who needs Read More
Salvation Army Christmas Kettle campaign kicks-off this week
You’ll soon be hearing the sound of jingle bells as you shop, reminding you to make a donation to the famous red kettle. This Thursday, November 23rd, the Salvation Army Lethbridge kicks off its Read More
Nothing says ‘Deck the Halls’ like a good old fashioned tree lighting. On Monday, Lethbridge City Hall all decked out and a little bit brighter with the official tree lighting by Deputy Mayor Mark Campbell, Read More
November 20th is proclaimed Transgender Day of Remembrance. It was started back in 1999 to honour the memory of Rita Hester, a transgender woman who was killed in 1998. The University of Lethbridge is holding its own Read More
Christmas comes early for several local charities
It’s that time of year when we need to start thinking about Christmas giving. But one organization is already ahead of the game. BCN’s Jeannette Rocher follows the Southern Alberta Bikers as they Read More
The YWCA Lethbridge & District has partnered with Shoppers Foundation for Women’s Health for an initiative that helps to support various shelters across the province. All donations can be collected at any Shoppers Drug Read More
More peer support services are now being offered to first responders in Alberta. Boots on the Ground, a confidential, 24 hour a day peer support hotline has officially launched in Alberta as of Monday morning. The Read More
A new 50-bed recovery community has opened up just east of Lethbridge. It is giving Albertans who suffer from addictions the chance at a fresh start at no cost. Dignitaries were on hand for the Read More
Officials with the City of Lethbridge say they are continuing to see a downward trend in the number of tent encampments. That’s according to their Encampment Strategy team. Since August, only four cleanups have Read More
United Way Lethbridge kicks off annual fundraising campaign
The United Way of Lethbridge Southwestern Alberta kicked off their 2023 Community Fundraising Campaign Monday. As part of the event, for the very first time, the organization held a Pull the Bus initiative where teams had Read More
Lethbridge City Council voted in favour of a number of funding allocations on Tuesday to help support the Community Social Development team. Some of the money includes up to $200,000 of federal Reaching Home Funding to Read More
Since the war broke out in Ukraine over a year ago, Samaritans Purse Canada has been on the ground providing relief to those affected. But with recent events including a collapsed dam which caused massive Read More
Lethbridge man volunteers at wildfire evacuee camps
The wildfires raging in central and northern Alberta have not only contributed to poor air quality but have wreaked havoc on many communities. Thousands of people have had to evacuate their homes leaving them displaced. Read More
The Lethbridge Salvation Army is currently on stand-by to aid with wildfire relief. The team did some emergency exercises with Lethbridge Police Service and Lethbridge & Area Search and Rescue over the weekend to prepare. Read More
Green N Yellow Group continue seeking donations for annual Kids
As we get into bike season, the Green N Yellow Group are getting closer to their annual Kids Bike BBQ. The event is in 8th year and the fundraising initiative aims to get as many Read More
A Lethbridge woman is paying tribute to her sister who unfortunately passed away just over 20 years ago. Sandra Asuchak says the second annual in-person Rita’s Run will honour her late sister Rita Giardetti who Read More
Organizations continue to support displaced Ukrainians one year into conflict
Today marks the one-year anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Groups like the Project Sunflower Aid Society in Lethbridge and Samaritan’s Purse Canada have continued to help displaced Ukrainians during the war. Hundreds Read More
Lethbridge school promotes mental health awareness through national program
In alliance with Pink Shirt Day next week, a junior high school in our city held a fun activity for its grade nine students to help promote mental health and wellness in the school. Angela Read More
The Lethbridge Shelter is officially under new management. Operations were transferred over to the Blood Tribe Department of Health on Monday. Bill Ginther from the neighboring Lethbridge Soup Kitchen believes this was a good move. “Read More
Nobleford mother shares terminal cancer diagnosis, Christmas fundraiser launched for
It’s the news that she never expected to hear, stage 4 metastatic breast cancer and given just months to live. A Nobleford mother is now sharing her journey of being diagnosed with the disease. Amanda Read More
Cops, Pops and Pizza, a Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) fundraiser, is set for this Friday from 4-8 p.m. at Boston Pizza South along Mayor Magrath Drive. There will be police and military vehicles Read More
Non-for-profit spearheads disability support workers petition
A non-for-profit out of Calgary is calling on the Alberta government to help disability workers in the province as employees have not seen a wage increase in the last eight years. Dale Cena who represents Read More