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Lethbridge and Area

City of Lethbridge hiring for seasonal positions, job fair in March
Anyone who is looking for some seasonal work this spring and summer will soon have plenty of opportunities.The City of Lethbridge is kicking off a hiring spree, seeking labourers in Parks & Cemeteries, Transportation Operations, and Water & Wastewater teams. There are also positions available with the Waste &am...
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Lethbridge and Red Deer
Two Alberta private surgery clinic contracts in limbo amid allegations in scandal
Alberta's health ministry says two proposed private surgery clinics at the centre of allegations of high-level government corruption remain in limbo."At this time, no agreements have been finalized for facilities in Red Deer or Lethbridge," Jessi Rampton, press secretary to Health Minister Adriana LaGrange, s...
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Exhibition budget deficit smaller than forecast
Things continue to turn around for the better for Lethbridge & District Exhibition.The organization provided its latest financial update to a City of Lethbridge committee this week, going over the numbers up to the end of October 2024. This marks the end of the group's fiscal year.Officials report that the Exhibiti...
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Funding announced to expand Handi-Ride in Coaldale area
Residents with mobility issues will soon be able to take a new bus in and around Coaldale.The federal government has announced more than $3.4 million through the Rural Transit Solution Fund to support six projects in rural Alberta communities.One of the organizations receiving funding is the Coaldale & District Han...
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New West Theatre
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Matching Donations until December 31, 2024 - Up to the first $8,000! With Giving Tuesday just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to double your impact! Thanks to our three amazing supporters, every donation made until December 31 will be matched, up to $8,000—meaning your gift can go twice as far in supporting local theatre. We’re so grateful to everyone who has already contributed and helped us make a difference this season! With a recent strike notice from the Canadian Union of Postal Workers, there may be some disruptions to mail services. Usually, we'd send our holiday appeal by post, but this year, we're reaching out online so you won’t miss out on the ways you can make a difference. Whether it’s a one-time gift or joining as a monthly donor, here are some simple ways to give this season: Online: Donate through our website https://www.newwesttheatre.com/?form=donations anytime—it’s quick and secure. Canada Helps: Want to donate securities? Canada Helps makes it easy. Just select New West Theatre when you donate! https://www.canadahelps.org/en/ Mail: While there may be delays, you can still mail a donation to us: New West Theatre Suite 111, 210A - 12A St N Lethbridge AB T1H 2J1 Phone: Give us a call at (403) 381-9378 —we’re here to help with any donation questions. E-Transfer: Send an e-transfer to finance@newwesttheatre.com and just add “Donation” in the notes section. In Person: Drop by in person at our office and say hello! Address: New West Theatre
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New West Theatre
Story by New West Theatre
Giving Thanks to Our Incredible Community This Thanksgiving Season! We extend a special thank you to: Our Patrons – Your unwavering support is the heartbeat of New West Theatre. Whether it’s cheering in the audience, sharing kind words, or encouraging your friends and family to join us, you bring our shows to life. Your enthusiasm reminds us of the power of live theatre and the impact it has on our community. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for standing by us, season after season. Our Donors – Your generosity goes far beyond financial support—it’s an investment in creativity, culture, and the future of the arts in Lethbridge. Each donation, no matter the size, makes a difference in the lives of our artists, our participants, and our audiences. You are the reason we can dream bigger and reach further with our productions and outreach programs. Thank you for believing in the transformative power of theatre. Our Volunteers – We are truly in awe of your dedication. You show up with passion, enthusiasm, and a willingness to lend a hand in every way imaginable. Whether it’s ushering guests, helping with productions, or supporting our education programs, your efforts are invaluable, and we are endlessly grateful for your selflessness. Our Sponsors – Your support is vital to our mission. Through your partnerships, we are able to continue bringing high-quality, inspiring theatre to Lethbridge. Your commitment to the arts helps us nurture talent, foster creativity, and build a stronger, more connected community. Thank you for standing by us and helping us grow. Our Artists – To the talented performers, designers, directors, and crew members who pour their hearts into every project, we are endlessly grateful. Your creativity, passion, and hard work are the foundation of everything we do. It is your talent that makes New West Theatre the magical, vibrant space it is, and we are so fortunate to have you as part of our family. Thank you for the unforgettable stories you bring to life, and for the joy you inspire in our audiences. Our Community Organizations – We are so proud to work alongside you in delivering programs that make a real difference in Lethbridge. From our education initiatives to our outreach programs, the work we do together changes lives. This is why we do what we do. It’s the community, it’s the connection, and it’s the powerful stories we’re honored to share with you all.
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Canada
60th anniversary for the Canadian flag on February 15
The Canadian flag is making a milestone this year.This Flag Day, February 15, will mark 60 years since the Maple Leaf flag first flew on Parliament Hill.According to the federal government's website, the Union Jack was Canada's first flag.The Canadian Red Ensign was then used, but there were two different designs.One w...
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Provincial Politics
Alberta cabinet minister calls for health minister to be removed amid scandal
One of Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's cabinet ministers is calling for Health Minister Adriana LaGrange to be moved out after allegations of high-level corruption surrounding contracts.Infrastructure Minister Peter Guthrie, in a memo this week obtained and reported on by CBC, says LaGrange and the top civil servant i...
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Lethbridge and Red Deer
Two Alberta private surgery clinic contracts in limbo amid allegations in scandal
Alberta's health ministry says two proposed private surgery clinics at the centre of allegations of high-level government corruption remain in limbo."At this time, no agreements have been finalized for facilities in Red Deer or Lethbridge," Jessi Rampton, press secretary to Health Minister Adriana LaGrange, s...
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Alberta car theft trends suggest organized crime, say police
Police in Alberta say car theft trends show sophisticated organized crime operations have moved from east to west in recent years.Équité (ek-wit-AY') Association says Alberta has the highest per capita vehicle theft rate, but police are recovering fewer stolen cars.Police say it's a hallmark sign that org...
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Canada

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre to speak at 'Canada First' rally in Ottawa
OTTAWA - Pierre Poilievre is set to address Conservative party supporters this afternoon at a rally in downtown Ottawa. The event is being branded as a "Canada First" rally and the party is asking people to wear red and white to honour the Canadian flag on its 60th anniversary. U.S. President Donald Trump's t...
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Ottawa a 'winter wonderland' with Winterlude and a fully-open canal
OTTAWA - David Wilson and Jackie Eckholm dreamt of attending Winterlude and skating on the Rideau Canal after their last visit to Ottawa nine years ago. When the Chicago couple saw on the news in January that the city's iconic Rideau Canal Skateway had been opened to the public, they immediately booked their trip to Ca...
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Ontario NDP leader off to Thunder Bay after northern debate, Green leader in Muskoka
Ontario NDP Leader Marit Stiles is set to make campaign stops in Thunder Bay today, fresh off an election debate held specifically to discuss northern issues. Stiles is expected to visit a local market and doughnut shop before making an announcement at an education centre. Neither Progressive Conservative Leader Doug F...
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Quebec businesswoman, author appointed to the Senate
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced the appointment of a new independent senator to fill one of the Senate's few remaining vacancies. The Prime Minister's Office says in a news release that the Governor General has appointed Danièle Henkel as an independent senator to fill a Senate vacancy for Q...
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Fentanyl 'czar' isn't a czar at all, as Brosseau officially named as a commissioner
OTTAWA - Canada's new fentanyl czar, it turns out, isn't a czar at all. The federal government named Kevin Brosseau to the position earlier this week but made it official in an order-in-council published today. In that order Brosseau's official title is not "fentanyl czar" but the "Commissioner of Canada...
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Police say deaths of man, woman in their 70s near Montreal likely murder-suicide
MONTREAL - Police say the deaths of two people in their 70s whose bodies were found Thursday in a Montreal suburb are being investigated as a murder-suicide. Longueuil, Que., police initially described the deaths as suspicious and said today the case involves a femicide. Officers were called to a home in Boucherville, ...
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