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 Blackfoot language signs to be showcased throughout region

Blackfoot language signs to be showcased throughout region

Jeannette Rocher September 13, 2023

Communities across southern Alberta are about to see original Blackfoot names come back to life.  A project aiming to resurrect Blackfoot names through the use of signage hopes the initiative will enrich the landscape, invite Read More

 City makes changes to transit zones and routes

City makes changes to transit zones and routes

Angela Stewart August 21, 2023

Lethbridge City Transit announced that there will be some demand zone tweaks with route and schedule changes beginning on Wednesday. Demand zone changes include Zones 101 to 103 and Route 51 will now travel along Jerry Potts Blvd, Read More

 Tourism Lethbridge introduces new tourism and business initiative

Tourism Lethbridge introduces new tourism and business initiative

Angela Stewart August 15, 2023

Tourism Lethbridge has partnered with the Downtown B-R-Zed to officially launch a new initiative. The initiative is called Sip, Taste, Explore! A Southern Alberta Agriventure and it’s all about promoting agri-food tourism and businesses. Read More

 Team Canada Junior Roller Derby brings home bronze from World Cup

Team Canada Junior Roller Derby brings home bronze from World

Angela Stewart August 4, 2023

Team Canada Junior Roller Derby managed to bring home the bronze medal after competing in the World Cup in France last weekend. Team Canada defeated Team World 340 to 67. A member of the Female Division Team Read More

 Lethbridge Transit updates fare collection system

Lethbridge Transit updates fare collection system

Angela Stewart July 10, 2023

A new self-serve option is now available on all Lethbridge city transit buses. The city has updated their fare collection system to include the ability to buy bus fare anywhere through the mobile app and Read More

 Waterton campgrounds filling up

Waterton campgrounds filling up

Micah Quinn June 9, 2023

With the recent warm weather here in southern Alberta many people are looking forward to driving off to a campground this weekend. Waterton Lakes National Park is no exception. Christy Gustavison, the visitor experience manager Read More

 Samaritans Purse providing relief in Ukraine following flooded dam

Samaritans Purse providing relief in Ukraine following flooded dam

Angela Stewart June 9, 2023

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

 Motorcycle safety riding tips

Motorcycle safety riding tips

Angela Stewart June 1, 2023

The Alberta Motorcycle Safety Society is reminding people to drive accordingly following Motorcycle Safety Awareness last month. Liane Langlois the group’s president says we need to be mindful of bikers on the road especially Read More

 Twelfth annual Los Amigos trip departs from Lethbridge

Twelfth annual Los Amigos trip departs from Lethbridge

Angela Stewart April 18, 2023

Members of the Lethbridge Rotary Club are currently on the road for their 12th annual Los Amigos trip. The 3,000 kilometre journey is an opportunity for members to bring down decommissioned emergency vehicles so that they Read More

 WestJet pilots could strike just before May long weekend

WestJet pilots could strike just before May long weekend

Jeannette Rocher April 6, 2023

Could WestJet pilots strike just prior to the May long weekend? Captain Bernard Lewall chats with BCN’s Jeannette Rocher about the strike action vote currently in place. He says WJ pilots are the lowest Read More

 94 Cabs adds pink taxi to Lethbridge streets

94 Cabs adds pink taxi to Lethbridge streets

Angela Stewart March 13, 2023

As part of International Women’s Day last week, a local cab company wanted to recognize female workers. 94 Cabs in Lethbridge changed the color of one of its cabs to white and pink to honor Read More

 “Last of Us” filmed in Waterton, Chamber prez discusses experience

“Last of Us” filmed in Waterton, Chamber prez discusses experience

Jeannette Rocher March 9, 2023

Waterton Chamber president discusses “The Last of Us” episode filmed at one of his hotels. Host Jeannette Rocher and Shameer Sulemon also discuss the federal money the park received to enhance and create new tourism Read More

 Samaritans Purse providing aid following deadly earthquake in Turkey

Samaritans Purse providing aid following deadly earthquake in Turkey

Angela Stewart February 8, 2023

Emotions are running high in Turkey and Syria following a deadly earthquake that took place earlier this week. Samaritans Purse is doing what it can to help bring aid to those who need it the Read More

 ‘Safety driving tips during foggy conditions:’ Environment Canada

‘Safety driving tips during foggy conditions:’ Environment Canada

Angela Stewart January 16, 2023

It was quite foggy earlier today across much of SW Alberta. In fact, over the last couple of days, our region has been under some thick fog. We are slowly seeing a change in weather Read More

 LSCO partners with Drive Happiness to bring assisted transportation program

LSCO partners with Drive Happiness to bring assisted transportation program

Angela Stewart January 10, 2023

A partnership between the Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization and Drive Happiness now offers a senior assisted transportation program. Those looking to use the service must be registered as a rider and everything is pre-arranged. There Read More

 Refugee Bus Pass Program extended additional two months

Refugee Bus Pass Program extended additional two months

Micah Quinn January 9, 2023

The Refugee Bus Pass Support Program in our city was extended for an additional two months. In July of last year, Lethbridge city council approved $90,000 of funding for Lethbridge Transit to provide a free six Read More

 Lethbridge woman brings Traveling Puck around the world

Lethbridge woman brings Traveling Puck around the world

Micah Quinn January 5, 2023

Now here’s something you don’t hear every day. A Lethbridge Hurricanes hockey puck has gone on a world tour. Its owner, Kathy Hong, calls the object the Traveling Puck. Video Journalist Micah Quinn Read More

 Sunwing passengers frustrated after being stranded

Sunwing passengers frustrated after being stranded

Angela Stewart January 3, 2023

Some Sunwing travellers from Saskatchewan say the airline is leaving them at airports in other provinces. Patrick Go-Bay of Prince Albert says his group of 11 people had to rent cars and drive home after Sunwing Read More

 Highway 3 twinning between Taber and Burdett to begin next spring

Highway 3 twinning between Taber and Burdett to begin next

Angela Stewart November 25, 2022

The Alberta government is forging ahead with plans to twin a major section of highway in Southern Alberta. Shovels will soon be in the ground to twin a section Highway 3 between Taber and Burdett and Read More

 Fifty per cent increase in accident calls to Lethbridge Police during Wednesday snowstorm

Fifty per cent increase in accident calls to Lethbridge Police

Angela Stewart November 3, 2022

Wednesday’s huge dump of snow made for some slick driving conditions on the roads in and around the city. Lethbridge Police say they had about a 50 per cent increase in the number of calls Read More

 City declares Phase 1 snow routes

City declares Phase 1 snow routes

Angela Stewart November 2, 2022

Phase 1 of our city’s snow routes has officially been declared after the massive dump of snow we received. This means temporary parking will be in effect on all routes for this phase so the Read More

 AMA safe winter driving tips

AMA safe winter driving tips

Angela Stewart November 2, 2022

The cold and icy temperatures can make for some slick conditions on the roads. Folks at the AMA are offering some tips to make sure you get to your destination safely. Some of those include Read More

 Construction changes made at YQL ahead of Flair Airlines

Construction changes made at YQL ahead of Flair Airlines

Angela Stewart September 27, 2022

In preparation for Flair Airlines flying into YQL, construction has picked up once again at the Lethbridge airport. In order to accommodate the larger aircraft that will be on the tarmac this winter, the airport Read More

 Coaldale Ride and Rods event to take place

Coaldale Ride and Rods event to take place

Angela Stewart July 21, 2022

One in seven men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer and about 12 men die from it daily. That is why Coaldale’s Ride for Dad charity fundraiser group will be hosting the first annual Ride Read More

 Waterton residents disappointed with new visitor centre, Parks Canada holds grand opening Tuesday

Waterton residents disappointed with new visitor centre, Parks Canada holds

Angela Stewart July 20, 2022

Even though many were celebrating Parks Canada’s official grand opening of the new interpretive centre in Waterton there are some who are not happy about it. As BCN’s Angela Stewart explains while some Read More

 Blackfoot heritage showcased at new Waterton Lakes National Park visitor centre

Blackfoot heritage showcased at new Waterton Lakes National Park visitor

Angela Stewart July 19, 2022

Waterton Lakes National Park had the official grand opening of its new visitor centre on Wednesday. The special event was hosted by Parks Canada along with the Kainai and Piikani Nations. The original interpretive centre Read More

 City council unanimously votes to bring in bus passes for refugees coming to Lethbridge

City council unanimously votes to bring in bus passes for

Angela Stewart July 8, 2022

City council voted unanimously Tuesday to offer free bus passes to refugees. City Councillor Ryan Parker brought forward a motion that will see passes be handed over the next six month to any refugees arriving Read More

 Campers already flocking to RV resort just in time for high season

Campers already flocking to RV resort just in time for

Angela Stewart July 7, 2022

The warm weather means more people will be out camping and RVing. The Bridgeview RV Resort is just beginning their season with many already setting up their fifth wheels and travel trailers. There are around 124 Read More

 ‘Not doing so well’: most vulnerable want to see more support as tent encampment grows in Lethbridge

‘Not doing so well’: most vulnerable want to see more

Angela Stewart June 24, 2022

Lethbridge has been dealing with an issue of many tent encampments popping up near some downtown facilities. The city currently does not have long-term housing solutions for the most vulnerable. In a special feature, BCN’Read More

 ‘Internationally recognized,’ Town of Vulcan adopts Star Trek theme

‘Internationally recognized,’ Town of Vulcan adopts Star Trek theme

Angela Stewart June 21, 2022

If you’ve ever visited Vulcan, Alberta you would probably notice a particular theme that runs throughout the town. BCN’s Angela Stewart went on a tour with the town’s mayor and discussed how Read More

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  • Lethbridge Correctional Centre receives Blackfoot name

    May 7, 2026 May 7, 2026

    A traditional Blackfoot name has been given to Lethbridge’s correctional facility. BCN’s Naveen Day has the details.

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  • Wellness wander marks Mental Health Awareness week

    May 7, 2026 May 7, 2026

    Mental Health Awareness Week is being recognized from May 4 to 10. In Lethbridge, the Canadian Mental Health Association is...

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  • Qualicare Home-Care Lethbridge marks opening with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

    May 7, 2026 May 7, 2026

    A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held today to celebrate the grand opening of the new Qualicare Home Care Lethbridge. The event, hosted by the Lethbridge Chamber...

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  • 60 regional charity organizations receive $589,080 in grants

    May 7, 2026 May 7, 2026

    Numerous grants were handed out to charitable organizations across the region on Thursday. The Community Foundation of Lethbridge and southern...

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  • 2026 Whoop-Up-Days announced as organizer honoured with Blackfoot-name

    May 6, 2026 May 6, 2026

      One of the most anticipated celebrations of the year is just around the corner. The 2026 Whoop-Up Days has...

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  • 2026 Whoop-Up-Days announced as organizer honoured with Blackfoot-name

    May 6, 2026 May 6, 2026

      One of the most anticipated celebrations of the year is just around the corner. The 2026 Whoop-Up Days has...

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  • City of Lethbridge introduces 24/7 digital helper

    May 4, 2026 May 4, 2026

    It’s always good to get help and take advantage of this digital age. Knowing that, the City of Lethbridge has...

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  • Emergency Preparedness Week highlights community readiness

    May 4, 2026 May 6, 2026

    This is Emergency Preparedness Week across Canada. The City and Lethbridge County are reminding residents of the importance of being...

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  • SACPA discusses coal mining debate in the Eastern-Slopes

    May 1, 2026 May 6, 2026

    The recent provincial government move to support new coal projects continues drawn the community’s attention. Today, at the Southern Alberta...

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  • Giving Machine to allocated over $146,000 to local Charities

    May 1, 2026 May 1, 2026

    The Giving Machine collected over 146-thousand dollars for its 2025 campaign in support of five local charities. Time has flown by — it feels like just yesterday...

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