The City of Lethbridge says that the high streamflow advisory remains for the Oldman River but assures that its impact remains minimal. By Tuesday morning, the river reached a flow rate of 615 cubic metres per Read More
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With food insecurity a growing concern for Canadians, a local program is being revitalized to ensure families are able to get the nutritious food they need. Project Protein is expanding its outreach efforts. BCN’s Read More
The Town of Coalhurst has approved its 2026 mill rate, and it looks like residential taxpayers will pay a little bit less in property taxes. Residential taxes will drop three-tenths of a percent from 7.2 to 6.9 percent, Read More
From now on, the City of Lethbridge has an Investment & Growth Officer. Bridget Mearns officially started in the newly created senior leadership role today. She is responsible for advancing City Council’s economic vision Read More
Safe Kids Week kicked off in Lethbridge today. While Safe Kids Week is reminding drivers to slow down and stay alert, officials say this is something motorists should keep in mind year-round because children move Read More
In local news, a number of Lethbridge high schools were placed on full lockdowns. Early Monday morning, Lethbridge Collegiate staff contacted police after finding a written message on school property threatening harm to students and Read More
The City of Lethbridge has experienced heavy rainfall over the past few days, with Environment Canada saying the region would get a total accumulation of 50-100mm of rain. It has caused water levels in Read More
An expected large-scale, mixed-use development has now broken ground in west Lethbridge. The Core Crossing project is intended to drastically expand westside services in commercial, retail and residential areas. The city held a groundbreaking ceremony Read More
Across the province today, large rallies were held as the Alberta Federation of Labour held its “Day of Protest” as part of their “Fight Back Now” campaign to push back against UCP government policies. The Read More
As the City of Lethbridge expands pedestrian safety measures across more intersections, officials are introducing new crosswalk signals designed to give pedestrians a head start before vehicles receive a green light. The initiative aims to Read More
As Lethbridge continues their Grand Slam of Baseball festivities this week, a prominent figure in the sport stopped by our city to meet with fans. Toronto Blue Jays alumni, Kevin Pillar, met with fans at Read More
The Town of Nobleford and Lethbridge County have been granted provincial funding to begin land assessments for commercial development around a key rural intersection. The roundabout at Highways 519 and 23, serves as a major route for Read More
The University of Lethbridge started to celebrate their latest graduates today. Thursday morning began the first of four ceremonies taking place over the next two days. This year’s graduation class is the largest in Read More
This Sunday, the Lethbridge community is invited to participate in Trek for Tourette Lethbridge 2026. The event seeks to raise awareness and funds to support research into this neurological condition, also known as a tic disorder. Read More
Today and tomorrow, the University of Lethbridge is celebrating the largest graduating class in the institution’s history. More than 1,600 students are being convocated during the Spring Graduation ceremonies. During the morning ceremony, in addition Read More
It’s about to time to pull out the ball caps, the bats and hot dogs; another season of Lethbridge Bulls baseball is about to get underway – beginning Thursday. BCN’s Landon Hickok was at Read More
A southern Alberta campground is shifting its services from individual overnight camping to group rental use. It is the Miners Memorial Park Campground in Coalhurst. Mayor Deb Florence says as of May 15, 2026, the campground no Read More
The Bringing Hearts Home Campaign is getting closer to reaching its fundraising goal, as community support for the cause continues to grow. Today, a generous donation of $300,000 was made by the Coaldale Community Wellness Association. Read More
A local professor will receive a nationally recognized award for her service to the mathematics community. BCN’s Naveen Day has the story.Read More
The city’s wastewater treatment plant will officially receive new upgrades and much needed expansion after city council voted in favour of approving a four-year long renovation project for the plant. The plant has been Read More
City crews have started to work on milling and paving city streets – and are telling residents to watch out for road closures across local, collector, and arterial roads. Crews will complete their work into three Read More
A free summer event series kicked off Tuesday afternoon in Lethbridge’s Festival Square. BCN’s Naveen Day has more details on Foodie Fest, which celebrates the Downtown’s vibrant food scene.Read More
For those who love theatre and musicals, you don’t have to travel to Broadway to take in a show. Chinook High School has a VERY Canadian musical that opens tomorrow. BCN’s Naveen Day Read More
This year’s Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign has broken records in our region, with the funds directed to Green Shirt Day and the Logan Boulet Endowment Fund. The 15 Tim Hortons restaurants in Lethbridge were Read More
Lethbridge organizations are responding to serious criminal charges laid against a local man amid public concern over a possible connection to a commissioned public artwork installed in 2007. City and arts officials have issued statements addressing Read More
Lethbridge Police are asking for the public’s help as they continue to investigate a shooting at a westside home. Just after 1am in the early morning of May 10th, a single gunshot shot was Read More
Have you heard about training dog for veterans? Veterans in Alberta who are dealing with Operational Stress Injuries and/or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder have access to service dog programs. The action helps them live more Read More
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
There’s some good news for residents in the town of Coaldale; town council has approved the 2026 Property Tax Bylaw which will effectively decrease the residential mill rate to offset rising property costs. The mill Read More
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
Recent News
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Lethbridge operating budget can lower property tax increase to 2.67%
Members of Lethbridge City Council are moving forward with recommendations of dozens of budget reduction measures ahead of next years...
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Lethbridge Police launch body-worn camera program
Police officers will soon be patrolling with some wearable technology, as Lethbridge Police Service launches its body-worn camera program BCN’s...
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2027 Operating Budget deliberations recap
Lethbridge Mayor Blaine Hyggen spoke to media Thursday to provide a recap of Wednesday’s Operating Budget deliberations and the recommendations...
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‘Water Not Coal’ Petition received by Elections Alberta
Country musician Corb Lund has delivered his Citizen Initiative Petition today calling for a ban on new coal mining projects...
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Lethbridge Farmers Market returns to Trade & Convention Centre
The Lethbridge Farmers Market is making their seasonal return this weekend at the Trade and Convention Centre. The Lethbridge Market...
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Recent Interviews
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Canada Bans Kids Under 16 From Social Media | Dave Naylor
Well, they have done it in Australia and the UK, and now the Canadian government is looking to ban kids...
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Canada’s First 24/7 Reformer Pilates Studio Comes to Lethbridge
For people who love pilates, a new studio is coming to Lethbridge. Located on the city’s west side, Reformher Pilates Studio will give...
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Residents invited to celebrate Neighbour Day on June 13
Residents in Lethbridge will have an opportunity to strengthen community connections as Neighbour Day is celebrated on June 13th. The annual event is hosted...
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Alberta Separation Is Far From Over | Brian Lilley
Is Alberta separation gaining momentum? Did Pierre Poilievre’s Calgary speech change any minds? And why is Prime Minister Mark Carney...
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County dust suppression applications open until July 12
People who live in Lethbridge County know that life on gravel roads comes with a lot of dust, especially during the busy harvest season....
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