Category Archives: Lethbridge and Area

Missing B.C. man may be in Lethbridge
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...
Jul 11, 2025

RCMP seeking more info on suspicious death of teen in southern Alberta
Mounties in Alberta are looking for help from the public after the body of a teen girl was found in an abandoned car close to the U.S. border.Police say Jordyn (Rylie) Dines was found in the abandoned...
Jul 11, 2025

Over $1.8 million to increase flood and drought protections in southern Alberta
The Government of Alberta has announced funding to better protect communities, residents and ecosystems from floods and droughts.A total of $3.5 million will go to 20 initiatives aimed at restoring ri...
Jul 11, 2025

Alberta gained 30,000 jobs in June, leading national growth
It was a good month for jobs in Alberta.That is according to a new report from Statistics Canada, which says the province's unemployment rate fell from 7.4 per cent in May to 6.8 per cent in June.Empl...
Jul 11, 2025

Lethbridge Police warning of photo radar text scam
Residents of Lethbridge are being advised of a new take on a common phishing scam that has been reported in the community.The Lethbridge Police Service says people have been receiving text messages fr...
Jul 11, 2025

Several downtown Lethbridge road closures Friday for Street Wheelers
The City of Lethbridge is advising drivers that a series of roads in the downtown core will be closed Friday evening.The annual Street Wheelers event kicks off Friday, July 11, bringing thousands and ...
Jul 11, 2025

Canadian Senators touring southern Alberta
Senators from across Canada are starting a four-day working tour through southern Alberta on Friday.The focus, according to a government release, is engaging with key industries and cultural instituti...
Jul 11, 2025

Slo-Pitch provincials kick off Friday in Lethbridge
Residents of Lethbridge can take in some slo-pitch action this weekend, featuring some of the best players in the province.The city is hosting the 2025 Alberta Provincial Championship from Friday to S...
Jul 11, 2025

Lethbridge Hurricanes acquire Lukas Lima
A new deal with the Everett Silvertips will add another member to the Lethbridge Hurricanes' roster.The Canes have acquired 2008-born forward Lukas Lima in exchange for a fifth-round draft pick in the...
Jul 10, 2025

City of Lethbridge exploring options to expand service at airport
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...
Jul 10, 2025