Category Archives: Lethbridge and Area
Alberta NDP hears separation concerns at Lethbridge town hall
If Alberta were to separate from Canada, would your Canadian passport still be valid? What about your Canadian currency?Those are just a couple of the questions that were asked at the Better Together ...
Aug 20, 2025
Local First Nations receive funding for economic development projects
The federal government has announced new funding to help bolster the economies of Indigenous communities in southern Alberta.It will allocate more than $5.9 million to seven initiatives in the provinc...
Aug 20, 2025
Peak hour lane changes on Whoop-Up Drive start Wednesday, aiming to improve traffic flow
The City of Lethbridge is hoping to alleviate concerns about traffic congestion on Whoop-Up Drive.Peak Hour Lane ChangesStarting on Wednesday, August 20, crews will be alternating which side of the br...
Aug 20, 2025
Lethbridge woman wins gold at Canada Summer Games, joins growing list of medal-winners
A local athlete has made it to the top of the podium at the Canada Summer Games (CSG).Jinaye Shomachuk won a gold medal in women's hammer throw on Tuesday, Aug. 19, launching the item 58.8 metres.That...
Aug 20, 2025
Fresh Start Recovery's annual Whoop-Up Days barbecue
Fresh Start Recovery is set to host a community barbecue Aug. 20.Organizers say they have a jam-packed afternoon planned with great food, games, and entertainment.Officials say the Sage Clan has graci...
Aug 19, 2025
Pathway upgrades coming to four Lethbridge parks
Several aging pathways, across four city parks, are set for replacement as part of an upcoming improvement project. Officials with the City of Lethbridge say the upgrades will address wear and tear fr...
Aug 19, 2025
Highway 3 accident cleared after extended recovery operation
Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services (LFES) has cleared the scene of Monday night's collision involving two tractor trailers on the westbound Highway 3 bridge. City officials say the incident began ...
Aug 19, 2025
Alberta Government workers to protest in Lethbridge Tuesday
August 19 will not only have people marching for the Whoop-Up Days parade, but also in solidarity with collective bargaining.Members of the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) who are employe...
Aug 19, 2025
Lethbridge Polytechnic to receive second-largest donation ever, will support ag research
A multi-million dollar donation is set to be made at Lethbridge Polytechnic.It will come from the estate of Joe and Laverna Hranac.This is described as the second-largest in the school's history, and ...
Aug 18, 2025
Brooks RCMP searching for missing 20-year-old woman
Brooks RCMP is seeking public assistance in locating missing 20-year-old Fatima Ahmed.Ahmed was last seen in Brooks on Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025.She is described as:Medium complexion5 feet 0 inches tall...
Aug 18, 2025