Category Archives: Lethbridge and Area

Target Hunger is back to help Lethbridge food banks
LETHBRIDGE, AB - If you haven't received one already, Lethbridge residents are asked to keep their eyes out for a yellow plastic bag on their doorstep for Target Hunger, a food drive in support of the...
Jun 07, 2022

Trial dates set for Alberta pastor charged in connection to Coutts protest
LETHBRIDGE, AB - We now know when a Calgary man charged in connection to events at the Coutts border blockade will be on trial.In Lethbridge Provincial Court on Monday, June 6, 2022, it was announced ...
Jun 07, 2022

Lethbridge County lifts fire restriction
LETHBRIDGE COUNTY, AB - Due to recent cooler and precipitation, Lethbridge County is once again lifting fire restrictions. It took effect at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 7, 2022.READ MORE: Lethbridge Co...
Jun 07, 2022

Six youths face criminal charges related to bullying in Nanton
NANTON, AB - Claresholm and Nanton RCMP have arrested and charged six youths following several incidents of bullying in Nanton.On May 31, 2022, Claresholm RCMP responded to multiple complaints about a...
Jun 06, 2022

MLA Neudorf will not run for UCP leadership
LETHBRIDGE, AB - The next leader of the United Conservative Party (UCP) will not be from Lethbridge.In a statement on Monday, June 6, 2022, Lethbridge-East MLA Nathan Neudorf confirmed that he will no...
Jun 06, 2022

Alberta backs Coaldale's push to reduce RCMP costs
COALDALE, AB - The Government of Alberta says it is unfair that Coaldale is the only community of its size in the country that pays for 100% of its policing costs.In May 2022, Coaldale Mayor Jack Van ...
Jun 06, 2022

Taber and the province recognize the contributions of seniors
TABER, AB - The provincial government proclaimed the first full week of June as Seniors' Week in Alberta. "To recognize the importance of this week to seniors and older adults, this year, the Governme...
Jun 06, 2022

Lethbridge records 37 drug overdose deaths in Q1 2022
LETHBRIDGE, AB - Lethbridge is on pace to beat last year's record-breaking numbers for drug overdose deaths.The Government of Alberta's Substance Use Surveillance System report has been updated to ref...
Jun 06, 2022

What's happening around Lethbridge this week, June 5, 2022
LETHBRIDGE, AB - There are a lot of events taking place across the city this week. From panels and fundraisers to board games, there's something for everyone.On Monday, June 6, Outreach Southern Alber...
Jun 05, 2022

What's happening in Lethbridge this weekend, June 4, 2022
LETHBRIDGE, AB - A new month means new events, and there are a lot happening in Lethbridge this weekend.Prairie Pets Rescue and Pet Valu are hosting an adoptable dogs meet and greet event on Saturday ...
Jun 04, 2022