Category Archives: Lethbridge and Area
Charges stayed for Alberta man arrested at Coutts border blockade
LETHBRIDGE, AB - There has been a stay of proceedings for a Red Deer man charged in the Coutts border blockade earlier this year.Luke Berk, 63, saw his matters stayed during a Lethbridge Provincial Co...
Jul 15, 2022
Rent rises 12% in one year in Lethbridge
LETHBRIDGE, AB - Life has become increasingly expensive for Canadians recently, and those renting their homes in Lethbridge are certainly feeling the pinch.The latest National Rent Report from Rentals...
Jul 15, 2022
Kainai Powwow and Celebration returns after two-year absence
STANDOFF, AB - The Kanai Powwow and Celebration makes its return Friday, July 15 to Sunday, July 17 at Red Crow Park in Standoff. The event marks a comeback after a two-year absence caused by the pand...
Jul 15, 2022
Information sought on vandalism at Vauxhall Safety Rest Stop
MD OF TABER, AB - The Municipal District of Taber is asking for help to find the culprits of a case of vandalism this week.Officials say the MD is working with the RCMP to find the individual, or indi...
Jul 15, 2022
Suspect arrested in downtown Lethbridge hostage incident
LETHBRIDGE, AB - UPDATE: The Lethbridge Police Service (LPS) says charges are pending after a 40-year-old suspect was arrested in Thursday's hostage situation. Officers responded to a report of an arm...
Jul 14, 2022
Lethbridge gymnastics coach charged with sexually assaulting seven-year-old
LETHBRIDGE, AB - The Lethbridge Police Service (LPS) has apprehended a man who allegedly committed sexual assault against a minor.On Tuesday, July 5, 2022, LPS received a report that a seven-year-old ...
Jul 14, 2022
Mayor Hyggen looking at further actions to address encampments
LETHBRIDGE, AB - The Mayor of Lethbridge says he wants solutions that can both aid those at risk and keep the community safe.Blaine Hyggen has released a statement regarding encampments that have form...
Jul 14, 2022
Next month's Summer Fest in Coaldale dedicated to local frontline workers
COALDALE, AB - The Town of Coaldale is gearing up for Summer Fest.It is scheduled to take place August 5 to 6, 2022 and follows last year's 'Celebrate Main' event and the previous 'Settler Days' festi...
Jul 14, 2022
Goldfish Derby Days to highlight issues caused by invasive fish in Lethbridge
LETHBRIDGE, AB - The City of Lethbridge is inviting the community to learn more about invasive goldfish and koi found in local stormponds.On Saturday, July 16 and Saturday, August 13, 2022 from 10:00 ...
Jul 14, 2022
"100% of it's there": Prognathodon fossil found near Lethbridge
LETHBRIDGE, AB - A significant fossil has been discovered at a mine south of Lethbridge.Enchanted Designs Mine Manager Michael Shideler says it was a fairly normal day of work on June 29, 2022, as cre...
Jul 14, 2022