Lethbridge and Area

Provincial funding for $11.2-million rehabilitative housing project in Lethbridge "under review"

LETHBRIDGE, AB - Any change in provincial governments inevitably means that all previously-promised cheques are no longer a guarantee.Back in December 2018, the Alberta NDP announced $1.6-million for ...

Jul 10, 2019 Lethbridge City Hall. (Lethbridge News Now)

City of Lethbridge to propose becoming prototype for provincial drug strategy

LETHBRIDGE, AB - Mayor Chris Spearman is set to speak with officials from Alberta's Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions in a closed meeting Wednesday. The topic of discussion will center around t...

Olivia Thorington Jul 10, 2019 Lethbridge City Hall. (Lethbridge News Now)

Chronic pain workshops launch July 17th in Lethbridge

LETHBRIDGE, AB - Residents of Lethbridge living with chronic pain can take part in one of six free workshops through Alberta Health Services (AHS).The "Better Choices, Better Health" program focuses o...

Jul 10, 2019 The Melcor Centre in downtown Lethbridge. (Lethbridge News Now)

Man found dead in Spring Hill Canal in Brooks

BROOKS, AB - Brooks RCMP are investigating after finding the body of a man in the water.Around 7:00 am on Tuesday, July 9th, the man was found in the Spring Hill Canal while members of the fire depart...

Jul 09, 2019 RCMP sign. (Lethbridge News Now)

Home starts in Lethbridge boosted by apartment construction

LETHBRIDGE, AB - Work on 62 new homes in Lethbridge started last month, marking a 35% increase from the same time last year.That is according to the latest report from the Canada Mortgage and Housing ...

Jul 09, 2019 Lethbridge homes under construction. (Lethbridge News Now)

Lethbridge Police Chief excited about new opportunity

LETHBRIDGE, AB - After September 30, Rob Davis will no longer be the Lethbridge Police Service's chief.On Monday, July 8, Davis announced his resignation. He's overseen the department since January 20...

Jul 09, 2019 LPS Chief Rob Davis' last day with the department will be September 30 (Lethbridge News Now)

Judge and lawyers spar over admissible evidence in Stephan trial

LETHBRIDGE, AB - David and Collet Stephan were back in court Tuesday and called two witnesses who both appeared via video separately. The Stephans are each charged with one count of failing to provide...

Jul 09, 2019 Collet and David Stephan. (Lethbridge News Now)

U of L student and musician receives two prestigious research grants

LETHBRIDGE, AB - A University of Lethbridge student has been awarded two research grants.Ryland Chambers-Moranz is a Digital Audio Arts (DAA) student and researcher who also takes the stage as a music...

Jul 09, 2019 Ryland Chambers-Moranz in studio (University of Lethbridge photo)

5 Ave North/20 Street North closed in Lethbridge for sewer line repairs

LETHBRIDGE, AB - The City of Lethbridge is advising of a road closure on the north side as crews try to repair the sanitary sewer. It will take place at the intersection of 5th Ave North and 20th Stre...

Olivia Thorington Jul 09, 2019 Lethbridge city hall. (Lethbridge News Now)

Location approved for Sisters of St. Martha Monument at Lethbridge City Hall

LETHBRIDGE, AB - After 90 years of service in the community, the City of Lethbridge is getting ready to install a monument dedicated to the Sisters of St. Martha. Established in 1929, the group looks ...

Olivia Thorington Jul 09, 2019 The design of the Sisters of St. Martha monument. (Supplied by City of Lethbridge)