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Wasp season in Lethbridge seeing average numbers, experts say

Wasps and hornets have become a bit of a pain in southern Alberta, especially as the summer winds down.

If you're surprised at the number of wasps this time of year, experts say populations are not much higher than average.

'Reconciliation, it's here to stay': Lethbridge kicks off Truth and Reconciliation week

This Friday marks the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. However, organizations and groups across Lethbridge, including the city, were getting things started Monday.

The National Day of Truth and Reconciliation is on Friday, but many organization in Lethbridge are using the whole week to recognize the event.

Lethbridge police seek woman who allegedly punched driver in the face

The Lethbridge Police Service is asking for help from the public as officers attempt to identify a woman who allegedly approached a vehicle and punched the driver in the face.

The Lethbridge Police Service is attempting to identify a woman who allegedly punched a driver on Sept. 13. (LPS)

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City councillor seeks to restrict distribution of graphic anti-abortion flyers

A Calgary city councillor is pushing for restrictions around the door-to-door distribution of graphic anti-abortion flyers.

Jennifer Wyness, city councillor for Ward 2, says she has spoken to many of her constituents who are also upset by the material.

Airline industry, travellers rejoice over lifting of COVID-19 border restrictions

Ottawa announced Monday it will officially lift all COVID-19 border restrictions as of Oct. 1, a move that's been called for by those within the airline industry for months.

Canada sign at YYC Calgary International Airport. (file)

Aid from afar: Albertans looking to lend a hand to those impacted by Fiona

Blowers & Grafton restaurants provide a taste of home for Atlantic Canadians now in Alberta, but they're looking to do even more this week: help those impacted by post-tropical storm Fiona.

Josh Robinson, a Blowers & Grafton co-owner, grew up in Halifax.

Alberta's criminal defence lawyers ramp up job action

Defence lawyers across Alberta have stopped taking on new legal aid cases, the latest move in a long battle with the provincial government.

Alberta government calls on RCMP to ignore federal firearms ban within province

Alberta Justice Minister Tyler Shandro says his government will direct RCMP in the province not to enforce the confiscation of newly prohibited firearms from what were once legal owners.

Police watchdog wants witnesses in incident involving death of Sundre senior

Witnesses are being sought in the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team's probe into the death of a senior after a physical confrontation with the RCMP at a Sundre hospital.

Comforter a clue eyed by police in homicide investigation

Police believe a comforter could be key to solving a summer homicide that occurred in Calgary's southwest.

Wasp season in Lethbridge seeing average numbers, experts say

Wasps and hornets have become a bit of a pain in southern Alberta, especially as the summer winds down.

Information of 145K Calgary Parking Authority customers exposed in 2021 cyber breach

The data that was accessible included names, emails, usernames, licence plates, and residential addresses – was secured within 20 minutes of them becoming aware of the breach.