Lethbridge and Area

Police Commission rejects inquiry into alleged retaliation threats against Shannon Phillips

LETHBRIDGE, AB - A public inquiry into alleged threats against one of the city's MLAs will not be taking place.On September 27, the Lethbridge Police Commission (LPC) received a request from the Rutta...

Nov 24, 2021

Lethbridge Eagles hosting Memorial Game in honour of Emily Middagh

LETHBRIDGE, AB - On November 27, the Lethbridge Eagles will be hosting a Memorial Game to commemorate a lost teammate and continue the important conversation around mental health.On Facebook, organize...

Nov 24, 2021

Team-up between U of L and analytical lab a win-win

LETHBRIDGE, AB - The University of Lethbridge is the home to an upstart company, which hopes to create opportunities for graduating students at the local level. Blue Sky Analytical Labs has teamed wit...

Olivia Thorington Nov 24, 2021

MLA Nathan Neudorf takes on new portfolio in water stewardship

LETHBRIDGE, AB - Add another notch to Nathan Neudorf's belt.The MLA for Lethbridge-East has been named the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Parks for Water Stewardship.He wil...

Nov 24, 2021

Alberta parents can book children's COVID vaccine appointments starting November 24

EDMONTON, AB - Beginning Wednesday, November 24 at 8:00 am, parents and legal guardians can book their children's COVID-19 vaccine appointments for children aged 5 to 11.Appointments to receive the fi...

Nov 23, 2021

LPS hopes to prepare female recruits for testing with new targeted boot camp

LETHBRIDGE, AB - Lethbridge Police Service (LPS) is continuing to take steps to increase diversity within its ranks.Sgt. Christy Woods spoke about a new four-day boot camp series in partnership with C...

Nov 23, 2021

Community coming together through December 18 Hockey Challenge

LETHBRIDGE, AB - Mayor Blaine Hyggen will be standing in net for the city team in the "Mayor's Community Hockey Challenge" on December 18 as he straps on the goalie pads.The Mayor's Community Hockey C...

Nov 23, 2021

Prosecutor shortage puts 1,200 cases at risk in Alberta

MEDICINE HAT, AB - Victims of crime could be left feeling empty in Alberta. There are currently 47 unfilled vacancies for crown prosecutors, and the Alberta Crown Attorney's Association says that coul...

Nov 23, 2021

Coaldale's Michael Willems wins Prime Minister's Awards for Teaching Excellence

COALDALE, AB - A Southern Alberta teacher is being recognized for his work in adapting to the COVID-19 pandemic.Michael Willems has been named the winner of the Prime Minister's Award for Teaching Exc...

Nov 23, 2021

U of L Shine Campaign raises over $100 million

LETHBRIDGE, AB - This week, Shine: The Campaign for the University of Lethbridge comes to a close, reaching its goal of raising greater than $100 million and engaging more than 20,000 U of L alumni.Dr...

Nov 23, 2021