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Lethbridge man to compete in racquetball at The World Games
A local racquetball player is set to compete in what he equates to being "the Olympics" of his sport.Coby Iwaasa has qualified for The World Games, taking place in Chengdu, China, from August 7-17, 2025.Although he is no stranger to major competitions in racquetball, he says this one feels different."It'...
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One new modular classroom approved for Lethbridge School Division
The Alberta Government has announced funding for more student spaces in Lethbridge.It will invest $50 million to create 62 pre-made classrooms across the province this fall. When combined with the $50 million that was previously allocated under Budget 2025, the government looks to add a total of 2,725 student spaces wi...
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Logan Wormald commits to Nebraska-Omaha in 2026-27
A prominent member of the Lethbridge Hurricanes is set to join the NCAA.Logan Wormald has signed with the collegiate hockey team at Nebraska-Omaha and will head down south once he reaches the end of his WHL eligibility."I'm thrilled to be able to commit to Omaha for the 2026-2027 season. I've heard nothing but ama...
19h ago
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'Significant increase' in illegal U-turns due to Whoop-Up construction: LPS
The Lethbridge Police Service (LPS) is urging drivers to obey the rules of the road, particularly when navigating through construction zones.A bridge rehabilitation project began last week on Whoop-Up Drive, which is expected to cause traffic delays until the end of September.READ MORE: Whoop-Up lane closures starting ...
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Alberta

Agriculture
Australia reopens market to Canadian beef
For the first time since 2003, Australia has opened its market to beef and beef products from Canada.The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says in a news release this is "opening a door to a key Indo-Pacific market."The release goes on to say that "regained access offers not only economic potential for Can...
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Provincial Politics
Citizen Initiative Petition issued
A former deputy premier's petition to have Alberta declare that its official policy is to remain in Canada can start rolling out across the province.Chief electoral officer Gordon McClure says canvassers with the Alberta Forever Canada citizen initiative can begin gathering signatures.Submitted by Thomas Lukaszuk, a fo...
18h ago
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cheers and jeers
Pierre Poilievre owns the night at Camrose byelection forum
There were cheers, and a few jeers Tuesday night in Camrose, Alta. as 10 candidates in the Battle River-Crowfoot byelection took to the stage for a forum hosted by the Camrose & District Chamber of Commerce.Most of the cheers, perhaps predictably, were for Conservative Party of Canada leader Pierre Poilievre, who i...
Jul 30, 2025
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Alberta premier's request for separation referendum question approval rebuffed
EDMONTON - Alberta's chief electoral officer is rebuffing calls from Premier Danielle Smith and her justice minister to reverse course and sign off on a proposed referendum question on separation. On social media, Smith and Justice Minister Mickey Amery said earlier Tuesday that Albertans should be able to embark on ga...
Jul 29, 2025
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Canada

In the news today: Auto industry braces for tariffs, Ottawa to recognize Palestine
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... Auto industry looking for tariff exemptions Automotive industry leaders are hoping to see exemptions for vehicles compliant with the current trade deal as Canada and the U.S. continue discussions ahead of the upcoming tariff deadl...
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Judge to rule on bail for 3 charged in alleged plot to seize land near Quebec City
QUÉBEC - A judge is scheduled to rule today on whether to grant bail to three men facing terrorism charges in an alleged plot to forcibly seize land in the Quebec City area. Quebec court Judge René de la Sablonnière heard evidence and arguments over three days. Simon Angers-Audet, 24, Raphaël ...
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Tsunami advisory refloats memories of waves that swamped Port Alberni, B.C., in 1964
Longtime residents of Port Alberni, B.C., know the potential impact of a tsunami all too well. Mike Ruttan was 12 when the town on Vancouver Island was hit with massive waves triggered by 9.2-magnitude earthquake that struck Alaska on March 27, 1964. It was Good Friday, and most people were sleeping when the waves roar...
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Canadian teen visits Ukraine to support efforts to recover children taken by Russia
OTTAWA - Sixteen-year-old Jaden Braves says he chose to travel to Ukraine and volunteer for a humanitarian aid group operating in a war zone because he thinks young people need to step up when others are suffering. Braves, who is from Toronto and is the founder of the Young Politicians of Canada, was in Kyiv for about ...
4h ago
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Wildfire evacuations underway for about 400 properties near Peachland, B.C.
PEACHLAND - Tactical evacuations are underway for about 400 properties due to a fast moving wildfire burning between Peachland and West Kelowna, B.C. Central Okanagan Emergency Operations says residents of properties east of Trepanier Bench Road, south of Highway 97C and north of Highway 97 should be prepared to be awa...
12h ago
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Eby says B.C. insulated from Trump copper tariff, cites need for trade diversity
VICTORIA - British Columbia Premier David Eby says an incoming 50 per cent United States tariff on some copper products highlights the need for diversified markets. He says the tariffs will affect provinces differently, pointing out that most of B.C.'s copper goes to Asia, keeping the province "insulated" fro...
13h ago
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