Category Archives: Lethbridge and Area
Amazon announces new Delivery Service Partner Hub in Lethbridge
Amazon Canada has announced a new partnership that aims to improve delivery times in southern Alberta.The online retail giant has announced its latest Local Delivery Service Partner (LDSP), Lethbridge...
Mar 05, 2026 Aminat Popoola, owner of RHAY Logistics in Lethbridge, the newest Amazon Local Delivery Service Partner. (Image Credit: Amazon)
Archie's Exotic Pet Rescue permanently closing
An animal rescue that looked after bunnies, lizards, snakes, turtles, hamsters and others in the Lethbridge area will soon be a thing of the past. Archie's Exotic Pet Rescue, formerly known as Archie'...
Mar 05, 2026 A few of the animals that were recently under the care of Archie's Exotic Pet Rescue. (Image Credit: Archie's Exotic Pet Rescue)
Police warning of pavement scam in southern Alberta
The Lethbridge Police Service (LPS) is alerting the public to a scam that has been circulating in the region. Although no reports have been received in Lethbridge, they say there are several incidents...
Mar 05, 2026 The Lethbridge Police Service is advising the public of a paving scam that has been circulating in the region. (Image Credit: Lethbridge News Now)
Coldest Night of the Year raises largest-ever amount for Streets Alive
Southern Albertans came out in a big way on what was billed as the "Coldest Night of the Year" to support local causes. The nation-wide movement sees people fundraise and walk outdoors on February 28,...
Mar 04, 2026 The Coldest Night of the Year on Feb. 28, 2026, has been deemed a success, with one local group receiving its highest-ever donation from the event. (Image Credit: Streets Alive Mission)
Nick Tetz defending PBR Canada Championship in Lethbridge
Professional Bull Riders (PBR) is set to make its return to Lethbridge this week with the national championship on the line.The PBR Canada Cup Series takes place at the VisitLethbridge.com Arena on Ma...
Mar 04, 2026 Nick Tetz at the PBR South Country Co-op Showdown in 2024. (Image Credit: Covy Moore)
Lethbridge residents paying nearly 15% more for housing after one year
A new report shows that people have been willing to cough up more dough to buy a house in Lethbridge. The Alberta Real Estate Association (AREA) says the average final sale price for houses in Lethbri...
Mar 04, 2026 A new report shows people in Lethbridge paid more for housing in Feb. 2026, compared to one year ago. (Image Credit: (c) Feverpitched | Dreamstime.com)
Town of Taber launches survey on future of recreation services
Residents of Taber can help to shape the long-term future of recreation services.The Town of Taber has launched a Recreation Facility Feasibility Study to guide future planning and decisions regarding...
Mar 04, 2026 An explosion caused significant damage to Taber's Community Centre on Dec. 17, 2025. (Image Credit: Town of Taber)
Taber man charged with child porn & firearms offences
The Taber Police Service (TPS) has charged a man with a variety of offences. On Feb. 11, 2026, members of the Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team's South Alberta Internet Child Exploitation Unit, in...
Mar 04, 2026 The Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team worked with the Taber Police Service to arrest a man on child pornography charges. (Image Credit: Lethbridge News Now)
Lethbridge man charged in impaired collision with pedestrian
UPDATE (Mar. 11, 2026): Charges upgraded in Lethbridge collision after victim's deathOriginal StoryA senior has suffered serious head injuries after being struck by a vehicle.The Lethbridge Police Ser...
Mar 03, 2026 The Lethbridge Police Service has laid charges following an impaired pedestrian collision. (Image Credit: Lethbridge News Now)
Nobody hurt after vehicle in Lethbridge 'fully engulfed' in flames
Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services (LFES) is continuing to investigate a vehicle and grass fire in the city. At approximately 1:15 a.m. on Tuesday, Mar. 2, 2026, firefighters were called to an are...
Mar 03, 2026 Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services responded to a grass fire near Popson Park on Mar. 3, 2026. (Image Credit: Lethbridge News Now)