Category Archives: Lethbridge and Area
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
Walk to Remember set for Sunday in Lethbridge
Known as Walk to Remember, and now celebrating its fifth year, the Guided Journeys Foundation, is holding the annual event this coming Sunday, May 3rd at Henderson Lake Park in Lethbridge."This year's...
Apr 30, 2026 (Image Credit: Guided Journeys Foundation)
Communications student earns annual Global News internship
A second year Digital Communications & Media student at Lethbridge Polytechnic has been selected as this year's winner of an internship at Global News. "I'm so excited to go," said Patience Omeruo...
Apr 30, 2026 LNN file photo
Fire Restriction Issued for Lethbridge County
A Fire Restriction has been issued for Lethbridge County. Officials say the wildfire risk in the county is high due to warm temperatures and a lack of moisture, with these conditions expected to conti...
Apr 30, 2026 LNN file photo