Category Archives: Lethbridge and Area
Coalhurst Town Council adopts 2026 operation, capital budgets
Council with the Town of Coalhurst has formalized its 2026 Operational and Capital budgets.The 36-page report projects the town will spend $7,029,932 in operations and $2,019,653 in capital spending -...
May 04, 2026 (Image Credit: Lethbridge News Now)
City of Lethbridge to begin 2027 budget deliberations
Although we're not quite half way through 2026, the City of Lethbridge is already looking at its operations in 2027.On Thursday, Chief Financial Officer Darrell Matthews provided the Community Issues ...
May 04, 2026 (Image Credit: City of Lethbridge)
Seasonal Green Cart Collection program returns in City of Lethbridge
A sure sign that spring is here - residents in the City of Lethbridge are being urged to get their green carts to the curb.The weekly collection begins Tuesday, May 5th, and continues through the summ...
May 04, 2026 (Image Credit: City of Lethbridge)
Innovation conference underway at Trade & Convention Centre
Friday marks the first of two days for the High Level Innovation Conference in Lethbridge.The idea: to bring together entrepreneurs, investors, educators, students, and industry leaders under one roof...
May 01, 2026 Cyndi Crane Executive Director Chamber of Commerce and Peter Casurella, Executive Director, SouthGrow Regional Initiative speak at this year's High Level Innovation Conference. The event continues through Saturday at the Lethbridge Trade & Convention Centre. (Image Credit: Pattison Media)
Mobile Mammography coming to Fort Macleod this month
Alberta Health Services will be in Fort Macleod later this month with its mobile mammography unit . The trailer, to be set up outside the community's health centre at 744 26th Street South, will provi...
May 01, 2026 (Image Credit: Dreamstime)
Strides in attracting health care workers to Lethbridge, but slow progress
Like many communities in Alberta, the Bridge City is facing its share of challenges in attracting and retaining medical professionals. Mayor Blaine Hyggen admits, while it's not always easy, it's impo...
May 01, 2026 (Image Credit: Dreamstime)
New RCMP detachment commander in Coaldale/Picture Butte
A new detachment commander is now in place at the RCMP operation in Coaldale/Picture Butte.A 27-year veteran, Staff Sergeant Malcolm Callihoo has served in different roles around our province, includi...
May 01, 2026 (Image Credit: Dreamstime)
Explore Lethbridge this weekend with Jane’s Walk
Lace up a pair of comfy walking shoes and step into the heart of your community! Jane's Walk 2026 takes place May 1-3. Organizers say local events will cover topics and spaces like public art, parks, ...
Apr 30, 2026 (Image Credit: City of Lethbridge)
Lane closure along southbound Scenic Drive South
Electrical work is impacting a small portion of Scenic Drive South.Officials with the City of Lethbridge say the southbound right-hand lane is closed between 4 Avenue and 5 Avenue South. The closure i...
Apr 30, 2026 (Image Credit: City of Lethbridge)
London Road area parking permits about to expire
The City of Lethbridge is reminding certain residents that their Residential Parking Permit (RPP) will need to be renewed this week.Permits for Zone 12 - the London Road area - expire Friday, May 1st,...
Apr 30, 2026