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
The Alberta SPCA is reminding pet owners to never leave a dog in the car when you are not around. With the summer heat, this can greatly impact the dog causing the animal to become Read More
Streets Alive Mission is in need of donations especially with the warmer weather upon us. The mission says there are about 200 people currently living on the street who need basic items like shoes and clothing Read More
Downtown Lethbridge has been dealing with a number of the people camped out in tents as the city does not currently have a transitional housing option. Lethbridge West MLA Shannon Phillips says the city and Read More
This week’s rain in our region was a welcome sight for farmers. Producers have been dealing with a very dry season so far but now thanks to the recent moisture, Dave Bishop with Alberta Read More
Even though we are seeing those nicer days, avalanches still pose a risk. Avalanche Canada says if there is rapid accumulation of snow in the alpine or if there is any remaining snow from the Read More
The high amounts of rainfall that we are expected to see in Southern Alberta has many residents inspecting their sump pumps. But checking your flood-protection equipment is only one part of what you should be Read More
Understanding the risk of flooding is important especially when we are seeing heavy rain make its way through our province. The best thing people can do to prepare is to ensure that sump pumps are Read More
Freedom marcher James Topp continued his cross-country journey of walking across Canada protesting the COVID-19 mandates. Topp who is serving in the Canadian Armed Forces says he is in the process of being released from Read More
Samaritans Purse is officially on the ground helping in Ottawa after a wild storm ravaged through the city. The organization will be helping specially for tree and yard and debris removal. Samaritan’s Purse says Read More
The Canadian Red Cross has a reminder about the importance of being prepared for a natural disaster. Through the Red Cross, Canadians have access to a couple of programs if they find themselves involved in Read More
Spring seeding is in full effect for farmers in Southern Alberta and one farmer says they have finished their seeding for this year. David Bishop says the nice weather makes for an easier time to Read More
Emergency Preparedness Week is an annual event to remind people to take action and prepare themselves for any emergency that could occur. Lethbridge City officials echoed what Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver said having an Read More
A ground-breaking ceremony on a new wetlands project took place Wednesday morning in the Town of Taber. BCN’s Angela Stewart was there and got a sneak peak at the construction and explains how vital Read More
If you plan on heading out to the mountains anytime soon, keep in mind that we are still in avalanche season and the risk of an avalanche is still prevalent. Although it may feel warmer Read More
Heavy snow moved into southern Manitoba early Wednesday morning, resulting in rapid snow accumulations. Forecasters are looking at a range of up to 40 centimeters of the white stuff for Winnipeg. Some parts of the province, Read More
The price of fuel isn’t the only thing skyrocketing right now, the cost of fertilizer is also expensive. A 4th generation farmer with Advanced Ag Technologies Travis Albrecht says the price is the highest Read More
Spring is just around the corner and that means flooding season is upon us. A new survey put out by Public Safety Canada finds that most Canadians are not prepared for flooding and weather-related risks. Read More
It’s that time of year when people like to flock to the mountains and hit up the slopes, but it’s best to keep in mind that there is a risk of avalanches. With Read More
An 80 year old woman from Lethbridge has died following a single vehicle accident early Tuesday morning between Lethbridge and Coaldale. RCMP say the crash occurred around 6 am on Township Road 92 between Range Road 205 and Range Read More
Southern Alberta is feeling a bit of relief from the recent cold snap we had as we are now dealing with warmer temperatures thanks to those strong chinook winds. But the chinooks can be a Read More
A southern Alberta dog rescue is under risk of closing its doors due to lack of support. This is especially bad news for the animals, given how low temperatures can get in our province. To Read More
The Sage Clan in Lethbridge made an appeal for blankets and warm winter clothing on social media saying the city shut down their emergency shelter when it was minus 32 or minus 41 with the wind chill. Read More
If you live in and around Lethbridge you have had to put up with some bitterly cold temperatures over the past few days. Environment Canada issued another extreme cold weather warning for southern Alberta. This Read More
Another deep freeze is expected for the province over Christmas. If you are planning on travelling, make sure to plan ahead especially if you are going to be driving to your destination. AMA has some Read More
The death toll from the strongest typhoon to hit the Philippines this year has surpassed 375 people. More than 50 people also remain missing after Typhoon Rai tore off roofs, uprooted trees, and wiped out crops. We Read More
Biting cold temperatures in our city have caused pet owners to reconsider if they will be taking their dogs out for a walk. The Lethbridge Animal Care and Control shelter has some tips for pet Read More
The winter season is fast approaching, and with that comes the harsh snow and colder temperatures. Alvin Mills is the founder of the grassroots group called Kindness To Others. He has been working on the Read More
Canola prices broke past the $1,000 per metric tonne mark over the past week. And wheat prices are continuing to surge. David Lea with Market Place Commodities in Lethbridge says, drought has been the big driver Read More
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