Category Archives: Lethbridge and Area
Canstruction returns to Lethbridge with intricate sculptures on display
Big, beautiful, and professionally assembled structures will soon turn into donations to Lethbridge's food banks. Canstruction has returned for its 2026 campaign, pitting eight groups against each oth...
Mar 05, 2026 Members of the Lethbridge Polytechnic team show off their Canstruction structure, called ”Leaning Towards Change.” (Image Credit: Lethbridge News Now)
Witdouck family donates $500,000 to Bringing Hearts Home
The campaign to raise $30 million to build a new cardiac care centre in Lethbridge has received yet another major donation. The Witdouck family has contributed half-a-million dollars. The family has f...
Mar 05, 2026 The Witdouck family has made a significant donation to the Bringing Hearts Home campaign. (Image Credit: Witdouck Farms)
Lethbridge woman wins $1 million in lottery
Lethbridge is now home to another millionaire. Sandra Mogdan won $1 million from the LOTTO MAX lottery. She says she went to check the ticket she bought on Dec. 31, 2025, at a local gas station while ...
Mar 05, 2026 Sandra Mogdan of Lethbridge has won $1 million from a LOTTO MAX ticket. (Image Credit: Western Canada Lottery Corporation)
Amazon announces new Delivery Service Partner Hub in Lethbridge
Amazon Canada has announced a new partnership that aims to improve delivery times in southern Alberta.The online retail giant has announced its latest Local Delivery Service Partner (LDSP), Lethbridge...
Mar 05, 2026 Aminat Popoola, owner of RHAY Logistics in Lethbridge, the newest Amazon Local Delivery Service Partner. (Image Credit: Amazon)
Archie's Exotic Pet Rescue permanently closing
An animal rescue that looked after bunnies, lizards, snakes, turtles, hamsters and others in the Lethbridge area will soon be a thing of the past. Archie's Exotic Pet Rescue, formerly known as Archie'...
Mar 05, 2026 A few of the animals that were recently under the care of Archie's Exotic Pet Rescue. (Image Credit: Archie's Exotic Pet Rescue)
Police warning of pavement scam in southern Alberta
The Lethbridge Police Service (LPS) is alerting the public to a scam that has been circulating in the region. Although no reports have been received in Lethbridge, they say there are several incidents...
Mar 05, 2026 The Lethbridge Police Service is advising the public of a paving scam that has been circulating in the region. (Image Credit: Lethbridge News Now)
Coldest Night of the Year raises largest-ever amount for Streets Alive
Southern Albertans came out in a big way on what was billed as the "Coldest Night of the Year" to support local causes. The nation-wide movement sees people fundraise and walk outdoors on February 28,...
Mar 04, 2026 The Coldest Night of the Year on Feb. 28, 2026, has been deemed a success, with one local group receiving its highest-ever donation from the event. (Image Credit: Streets Alive Mission)
Nick Tetz defending PBR Canada Championship in Lethbridge
Professional Bull Riders (PBR) is set to make its return to Lethbridge this week with the national championship on the line.The PBR Canada Cup Series takes place at the VisitLethbridge.com Arena on Ma...
Mar 04, 2026 Nick Tetz at the PBR South Country Co-op Showdown in 2024. (Image Credit: Covy Moore)
Lethbridge residents paying nearly 15% more for housing after one year
A new report shows that people have been willing to cough up more dough to buy a house in Lethbridge. The Alberta Real Estate Association (AREA) says the average final sale price for houses in Lethbri...
Mar 04, 2026 A new report shows people in Lethbridge paid more for housing in Feb. 2026, compared to one year ago. (Image Credit: (c) Feverpitched | Dreamstime.com)
Town of Taber launches survey on future of recreation services
Residents of Taber can help to shape the long-term future of recreation services.The Town of Taber has launched a Recreation Facility Feasibility Study to guide future planning and decisions regarding...
Mar 04, 2026 An explosion caused significant damage to Taber's Community Centre on Dec. 17, 2025. (Image Credit: Town of Taber)