Category Archives: Lethbridge and Area
New heat records set in southern Alberta
For the middle of January, it was quite warm in Alberta yesterday.Environment Canada says heat records were broken in 15 communities across the province on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026.The warmest community...
Jan 14, 2026 Heat records were set in 15 Alberta communities on Jan. 13, 2026. (Image Credit: (c) Marianvejcik | Dreamstime.com)
Southern Alberta heritage site featured in Golden Globe winning series, The Pitt
An American medical drama is showcasing a local UNESCO World Heritage Site. The premiere episode of season two of The Pitt has been released on Crave. Dr. Michael 'Robby' Robinavitch, played by Noah W...
Jan 14, 2026 Head-Smashed-In-Buffalo Jump was mentioned in the first episode of season two of The Pitt. (Image Credit: (c) Jaahnlieb | Dreamstime.com)
East Kootenay coal train derailment blocking roadway
It will likely be some time before a road in southeastern B.C. fully reopens.On Tuesday, Jan. 13, at 8:51 a.m., Elk Valley RCMP received a request for assistance from Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPK...
Jan 14, 2026 A coal train near Elkford, B.C., has derailed. (Image Credit: Elk Valley RCMP)
SAAG adding art exhibits to Lethbridge Trade & Convention Centre for 50th anniversary
Lethbridge's largest event centre will soon be home to an array of beautiful and thought-provoking art displays. The Southern Alberta Art Gallery (SAAG) has announced, as part of its 50th anniversary ...
Jan 14, 2026 The Southern Alberta Art Gallery is gearing up to host exhibits and programming at the Lethbridge Trade & Convention Centre as part of its 50th anniversary celebrations. (Image Credit: Lethbridge News Now)
Don Donison to be inducted into BILD Lethbridge Hall of Fame
The BILD Lethbridge Region has announced the latest inductee into its Hall of Fame.They are posthumously recognizing Don Donison for his long-standing service, leadership, and lasting impact on the re...
Jan 13, 2026 Don Donison will be posthumously inducted into the BILD Lethbridge Region Hall of Fame. (Image Credit: BILD Lethbridge Region)
Lethbridge man charged with human trafficking of minors
UPDATE (Jan. 13 2:30 p.m.) Alleged human trafficker re-arrested by Lethbridge Police 30 minutes after releaseCONTENT WARNING: This story contains distressing information of a sexual nature. Reader dis...
Jan 13, 2026 Skye Atoa, 50, of Lethbridge, is charged in connection with a human trafficking investigation. LPS is asking victims or those with information to speak with police. (Image Credit: Lethbridge Police Service)
New proposal for southern Alberta electoral boundaries, Coaldale opposed
An updated set of recommendations has been released on how Alberta's provincial ridings should be divided.The interim report submitted in October 2025 by the Electoral Boundaries Commission of Alberta...
Jan 13, 2026 New proposed provincial electoral boundaries in southern Alberta. (Image Credit: Electoral Boundaries Commission of Alberta)
Fire reported along Scenic Drive South in Lethbridge
UPDATE (Jan. 14 at 3:30 p.m.) Arson charges laid in Lethbridge grass fireUPDATE (Jan. 13 at 1:40 p.m.): The Lethbridge Police Service says the fire has been contained and members of the public may res...
Jan 13, 2026 Emergency crews responded to a fire along Scenic Drive South, Jan. 13, 2026. (Image Credit: Mike Doll / Pattison Media)
Coulee grass fire called 'major emergency,' prompts fire ban
The City of Lethbridge has issued a fire ban after a small spark turned into something much bigger. Just before 1:00 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 13, Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services (LFES) was called ...
Jan 13, 2026 Lethbridge Fire Station 1. Firefighters responded to a grass fire early Tuesday morning. (Image Credit: Lethbridge News Now)
Three Lethbridge Hurricanes make NHL Central Scouting list
The NHL says it is keeping a close eye on 200 members of the Canadian Hockey League (CHL).NHL Central Scouting has released its Midterm Rankings, identifying key players from the Western Hockey League...
Jan 13, 2026 The Lethbridge Hurricanes took on the Medicine Hat Tigers on Dec. 27, 2025. (Image Credit: Lethbridge News Now)