Author Archives: David Opinko

The RCMP is urging the public to watch out for a deadly supply of illegal opiates that closely resemble Xanax. Xanax is a prescription drug that is commonly used to treat anxiety and is opiate-free. P...

Note: This is a republication of an LNN article from July 13, 2025. The city's largest celebration of Filipino culture is set to get underway this weekend. The 2025 Lethbridge Fiesta Extravaganza (LFE...

The Lethbridge Police Service (LPS) says it is attempting to find a man accused of committing an armed robbery. Robert James Speir, 62, of Lethbridge, is charged with robbery and possession of an offe...

The Southern Alberta Art Gallery (SAAG) is planning to showcase a series of exhibitions and artists as it gets ready to turn 50 years old. The Gallery first opened to the public in 1976, and to celebr...

The RCMP is asking for your help in finding a missing person. They say Kolton Swift, 24, of Fort St. John, B.C., was last seen in the area on March 24, 2025. Investigators believe he may be in the Let...

The Lethbridge Airport could offer more flights and improved services if a new directive from the city is seen through. The City of Lethbridge says it is exploring options to support expanded flight a...

OTTAWA - The C.D. Howe Institute predicts Ottawa's recently announced spending plans - which include a much bigger defence budget - will drive its deficits markedly higher in the coming years. In a ne...

Some of southern Alberta's finest athletes are set to compete in Taber this week. The town is hosting the Southern Alberta Summer Games (SASG), which take place July 2-5, 2025. Competitors will take p...

Residents of Lethbridge can take part in a wide array of festivities for Canada Day this Tuesday. The City of Lethbridge and Lethbridge & District Exhibition (LDE) are teaming up to host this year...

UPDATE: Police have identified the two people involved in this investigation. LPS is thanking the public for their assistance. Original Story: The Lethbridge Police Service (LPS) is asking for the pub...