Lethbridge and Area

Public opinion survey shows fewer residents venturing into downtown Lethbridge - but overall LPS satisfaction

LETHBRIDGE, AB - A recently released study done by students at Lethbridge College's Citizen Society Research Lab (CSRL), headed by Dr. Faron Ellis shows overall satisfaction with the job Lethbridge Po...

Jul 02, 2019 Downtown Lethbridge (Lethbridge News NOW)

Update: Suspect in Lethbridge break, enter and theft identified

LETHBRIDGE, AB - Lethbridge Police Service says the woman shown in this story's photo has been identified. They are thanking the public for their assistance.Original Story:Lethbridge Police Service re...

Jul 02, 2019 Suspect in break, enter, and theft in Lethbridge on June 27th, 2019. (Supplied by Lethbridge Police Service)

Corporate tax cuts go into effect in Alberta July 1st

LETHBRIDGE, AB - Corporations in Alberta will pay less in taxes this summer with further decreases down the line.As of Canada Day 2019, the province's "Job Creation Tax Cut" will lower rates from 12% ...

Jul 01, 2019 Alberta legislature in Edmonton. (Lethbridge News Now)

Police cadet graduation - officers relate commitment, sincerity – and frustration

Lethbridge -- "One cog in the justice wheel"On Friday afternoon (June 28) family, friends and various police service executives gathered at the Vimy Ridge Armoury for a special graduation ceremony. Mo...

Jun 30, 2019 Lethbridge College Police graduation - LethbridgeNewsNOW

Alberta government opposed to Mandatory Country of Origin Labelling

LETHBRIDGE, AB - The Government of Alberta is expressing "strong opposition" to reports that country of original labelling (COOL) could become mandatory across North America.Although it is already the...

Jun 29, 2019 Banana with country of origin label sticker (Supplied by Flickr)

Cody Tyler Black Forehead sentenced to one year in jail

LETHBRIDGE, AB - A 34-year-old man who pleaded guilty to two counts of sexual interference in relation to two 15-year-old boys back in April 2017, has been sentenced to one year in jail, and 18-months...

Jun 28, 2019 Cody Tyler Black Forehead (Lethbridge News NOW)

Coaldale Fire Department - a chance to have some fun

COALDALE -- The Coaldale and District Fire department used the last week of June to get in a last practice before the summer break. Those viewing the events in front of the Coaldale arena might have w...

Jun 28, 2019 Coaldale Fire Dept. wives - LethbridgeNewsNOW

CORRECTION: Taber considers lifting ban on horse riding in town

TABER, AB - Note: This story has been corrected. During Lethbridge News Now's interview with Taber Mayor Andrew Prokop, it was indicated that council was considering implementing a ban on horse riding...

Jun 28, 2019 (Supplied by Pixabay)

With installation of solar carport, Raymond claims it's officially "net-zero"

RAYMOND, AB - The prospect of never having to pay an electricity bill again is an exciting one for the Town of Raymond, especially if it means they can also reduce their environmental impact at the sa...

Jun 28, 2019 Solar carport at Victoria Sports Park in Raymond. (Supplied by Town of Raymond)

Judgement and sentencing, psychiatric assessment ordered - among several cases heard in Lethbridge court Friday

LETHBRIDGE, AB - A judgement and sentencing date has been set for a 33-year-old Lethbridge man, in connection with a shooting at a home on Heritage Boulevard West, April 18, 2018. Robert John Sheppard...

Jun 28, 2019 Lethbridge Courthouse