A groundbreaking Indigenous-focused filmmaking program is opening doors for new creators across Western Canada. Vancouver filmmaker and instructor Farhan Umedaly, founder of Empowered Filmmaker, joins us to reveal how this project is transforming lives, giving Read More
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Modernization work has begun in the emergency department at Raymond Hospital in southern Alberta. According to Alberta Health Services, the work aims to improve facilities and patient flow, along with renovations to the laboratory and Read More
Lethbridge County and surrounding communities are joining forces on a new strategy to strengthen disaster response. The Regional Emergency Management Plan also includes the towns of Coalhurst, Nobleford, Picture Butte and the Village of Barons. Read More
Taking Action is the Galt Museum’s newest exhibition, which focuses on people and organizations that have made a difference in creating social change in southern Alberta. The Indigenous Curator at Galt Museum, Camina Weasel Read More
For the first time ever, Lethbridge will host the Vibe Fest. This event showcases the talent and artistic of fine arts, highlighting the University Centre for the Arts as a hub for creative talent in Read More
The African Children’s Choir is singing its way across Canada with their ‘Just as I Am’ tour. Children between the ages of nine and 11 will bring their spectacular voices to audiences around southern Alberta. Read More
In local news, a group of organizations in Southern Alberta has launched a new economic initiative to enable success amidst US tariffs, which will likely be disruptive to the provincial economy because the Alberta government Read More
Southern Alberta is under an extreme cold warning. The LOW temperatures that were reached in Lethbridge will continue tonight but will drastically increase throughout the week. Christy Climenhaga, a scientist with Environment and Climate Change Read More
The Chinook is a particular phenomenon, well known to people in Western Canada, that brings warm and dry winds during the wintertime. Warning Preparedness Meteorologist with Environment Canada, Alysa Pederson, explains how this phenomenon works Read More
There is still hope for those battling addictions and willing to get help. Facilities in southern Alberta like Fresh Start Recovery offer a huge positive contribution to the community. The Executive Director at Fresh Start Read More
The Southern Alberta Toy Run is taking place tomorrow here in Lethbridge. This is the 43rd year of the event which brings together motorcycle riders from all over supporting a good cause. Dallas Harty is Read More
The town of Coaldale is seeing some nice growth. Town officials say from 2018-2022 the town saw the second highest population growth in the region trailing only Lethbridge by 0.4 per cent. During that time frame Read More
The town of Coaldale hosted its grand opening for its newly built rec centre, that will host the opening ceremonies of the Southern Alberta Summer Games the same day.Read More
Two suspects have been arrested by RCMP following a robbery of the Southern Community Food Security and Thrift store in Raymond. Police say on February 9th one person entered the building, demanded cash and fled Read More
Local charities will benefit from over 10 thousand dollars in cash and toy donations on Saturday. They were collected as part of the Southern Alberta Bikers Motorcycle Awareness Ride and Santa Claus Toy Runs while helping Read More
Ninety-six people are now confirmed dead on the Hawaiian island of Maui following fires that left most of the historic town of Lahaina in ashes. Hawaii Governor Josh Green is estimating crews will find the Read More
Chances are you’ve most likely heard of the hit TV show The Last of Us. The game turned television show captivated audiences earlier this year as a majority of the filming was completed in Read More
Motorcycle riders and classic car enthusiasts in southern Alberta will be going for a cruise as part of the Ride for Dad fundraiser on July 22nd. The event is raising awareness and funds for prostate Read More
A southern Alberta senior is facing barriers when it comes to tackling her diabetes. Her caregiver daughter talked to Bridge City News about the importance of the flash glucose monitoring system. As Video Journalist Micah Read More
The unemployment rate jumped slightly this month for our region. Trevor Lewington with Economic Development Lethbridge says the unemployment rate rose from 4.1 to 4.2 per cent this month which is not a big change and variation Read More
Southern Alberta is in for a chilly winter this year. That is according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac which says we can expect a colder than normal winter along with more precipitation. Our first Read More
Today is giving Tuesday and while many charities look forward to today, Analog books in Lethbridge is using November 29th to donate a portion of their sales to New West Theatre which is dealing with Read More
Following Thursday’s ostrich takedown in Taber, the town has donated 20 turkeys to its local food bank in time for the Christmas season. The town supports the foodbank many times throughout the year, and Mayor Read More
The issue of food security is one of the biggest problems we are currently facing. That is according to Dr. Digvir Jayas, a University of Manitoba professor who presented at the Lethbridge College on Tuesday. Read More
As Southern Alberta continues to deal with a shortage of doctors, we are now seeing a shortage in specialized physicians including OBGYN’s. Those who practice obstetrics and gynecology. As Angela Stewart explains, a Lethbridge Read More
How are things looking on the economic front for Lethbridge and southern Alberta…and how are businesses faring with the challenge of finding workers to fill job vacancies? We catch up with Trevor Lewington, CEO Read More
There appears to be a high demand for new hires in the Wind Turbine field, especially for those postgraduates out of the Wind Turbine program at Lethbridge College. Officials say this is because there is Read More
The Town of Nobleford has now joined a growing list of small communities in creating a free little pantry. They offer food judgement free for those who need it. As BCN’s Micah Quinn explains, Read More
After a fire ripped through the haunted mansion on the property of the Creepy Hollow tourist attraction in Warner, Alberta on May 13th, the workers are still coping with the devastation. But as Angela Stewart 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