Category Archives: Lethbridge and Area
Rob Miyashiro sworn in as Lethbridge-West MLA
While the inauguration of U.S. President Donald Trump dominated the headlines on Monday, January 20, 2025, a local man was also sworn into office the same day.Rob Miyashiro is now officially the MLA f...
Jan 20, 2025
Lethbridge man charged with sexual assault, police looking for more potential victims
LETHBRIDGE, AB - A 36-year-old Lethbridge man is facing three charges, including one of sexual assault.On January 11, 2025, a police officer on patrol was approached by a woman who reported that she h...
Jan 20, 2025
Lethbridge Police investigating pedestrian collision involving three children
LETHBRIDGE, AB - Lethbridge Police are investigating a pedestrian collision that resulted in serious injuries to three young children.Just after 7:30 a.m on January 20, 2025, police responded to a rep...
Jan 20, 2025
Hurricanes win two games over weekend, extend winning streak to seven games
The Lethbridge Hurricanes have won seven games in a row after sweeping their U.S. road trip over the weekend.January 17 vs. Wenatchee WildOn Friday, January 17, the Hurricanes kicked off their two-gam...
Jan 20, 2025
LPS & RCMP team up for Operation Cold Start
Law enforcement agencies throughout Alberta are working to reduce the theft of idle vehicles during the winter.The RCMP is partnering with the Lethbridge Police Service (LPS), among many other police ...
Jan 20, 2025
Lethbridge Police investigating pedestrian collision
UPDATE (Jan. 20 at 12:45 p.m.): The Lethbridge Police Service (LPS) has confirmed that three children were struck by a vehicle Monday morning. READ MORE: Lethbridge Police investigating pedestrian col...
Jan 20, 2025
Lethbridge Polytechnic unveils new name for Wildlife Conservation Lab
Lethbridge Polytechnic has announced the new name for its wildlife teaching lab. On Thursday, January 16, 2025, the school announced that the lab will be called the Alberta Professional Outfitters Soc...
Jan 18, 2025
Lethbridge Polytechnic expecting deficit due to international student restrictions
One of Lethbridge's post-secondary schools says it is facing "significant financial challenges" due to recent changes to federal policy. The Government of Canada announced in September 2024 that it wo...
Jan 17, 2025
Province announces $1.1 million for southern Alberta non-profits
The Government of Alberta has announced funding for several non-profit organizations.Through the Community Facility Enhancement Program and Community Initiatives Program, a total of 226 groups across ...
Jan 17, 2025
STARS Lottery underway for 2025 as organization celebrates 40th anniversary
2025 marks the 40th anniversary of STARS' operations, and the STARS Lottery has returned.This year, the STARS Lottery has the biggest prize pool in their history up for grabs, which includes three gra...
Jan 17, 2025