What’s Happening

Southern Alberta man hopes to inspire others to give back during pandemic

LETHBRIDGE, AB - The man that Lethbridge College recently referred to as a "rising star" looks to help those who have been impacted the most by the COVID-19 pandemic and inspire others to do the same....

Apr 09, 2020 Left to right: Major Donald Bladen, Mallory Kristjanson, Joshua Day Chief, Julie Kissick. (Lethbridge News Now)

Province releases projections for COVID-19 trends in Alberta

LETHBRIDGE, AB - The Government of Alberta has released comparisons for COVID-19 to other jurisdictions and where the province may be headed in the future.Compared to the country as a whole, and espec...

Apr 08, 2020 The three projected models of COVID-19 over the next several months. (Government of Alberta)

Economic Recovery Task Force on how Lethbridge can rebound from COVID-19

LETHBRIDGE, AB - While the COVID-19 pandemic has, and will likely continue to impact Lethbridge's economy for some time, there is hope.Trevor Lewington, CEO of Economic Development Lethbridge, present...

Apr 08, 2020 Downtown Lethbridge in March 2020. (Lethbridge News Now)

City Hall increases line of credit by $50-million to meet pandemic needs

LETHBRIDGE, AB - The City of Lethbridge has taken what it considers to be a proactive step during the COVID-19 pandemic.A motion was passed 7-2 at Monday's city council meeting to increase their line ...

Apr 07, 2020 Lethbridge City Hall. (Lethbridge News Now)

Nikka Yuko facility expansion will go ahead after all

LETHBRIDGE, AB - After months of deliberations and presentations, the Nikka Yuko Japanese Gardens finally has assurance that their Programming & Community Facility will be built.It was originally ...

Apr 06, 2020 Nikka Yuko Japanese Gardens. (Lethbridge News Now)

Save-On-Foods launches $1-million campaign to feed kids during COVID-19 pandemic

LETHBRIDGE, AB - One of Canada's largest grocery chains wants to ensure that school-aged children do not go hungry.For the Toonies for Tummies campaign, customers can donate two dollars or 500 More Re...

Apr 02, 2020 Save-On-Foods in North Lethbridge. (Lethbridge News Now)

Fort Macleod’s ‘Ghostbusters’ premiere event postponed due to COVID-19

FORT MACLEOD, AB - It's tough news for Ghostbusters fans in southern Alberta.The latest film in the popular franchise, 'Ghostbusters: Afterlife', recently had its July 10, 2020 release date pushed to ...

Apr 02, 2020 A shot of Fort Macleod's Empress Theatre in the 'Ghostbusters: Afterlife' trailer (Supplied by Sony Pictures Entertainment)

Unemployed during COVID-19? Here’s how to navigate federal programs

A quick look at some of the federal COVID-19 benefit programs and who qualifies for assistance:Canada Emergency Response BenefitThe CERB pays a monthly $2,000 payment to workers who wouldn't otherwise...

Apr 01, 2020 The Canadian Press

Farmers can still bring in temporary foreign workers, but may need locals more than ever

LETHBRIDGE, AB - Farmers across Southern Alberta and Canada have expressed their concerns about whether or not they will be able to get enough workers for this year.Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the f...

Mar 31, 2020 (Supplied by Glenn Miller)

Blood Tribe announces mandatory curfew for youths

STANDOFF, AB - The Blood Tribe Chief and Council are taking steps to minimize the risk of community transmission of COVID-19.Effective immediately, all residents under the age of 18 must stay at home ...

Mar 30, 2020 (Lethbridge News Now)