Low vaccination rates in rural communities affecting urban hospitals
Some rural communities in Alberta are hovering around a 50 per cent vaccination rate, while others are still below 40 per cent.
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Alberta crops down 37 per cent in 2021 but quality above 5-year average
Crop yields in Alberta were down 37 per cent below the five-year average in 2021, while quality was above, with the exception of malting barley and oats.
COVID-19 outbreak declared at Lethbridge Correctional Centre
An outbreak was declared at the Lethbridge Correctional Centre on Friday after three inmates and four correctional staff tested positive for COVID-19.
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Lethbridge man charged in identity theft after police find stolen debit and credit cards
Lethbridge police say a 35-year-old man has been charged with multiple offences in connection with an alleged incident of identity theft.
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Search of Lethbridge home uncovers drugs, weapons and stolen items: police
Lethbridge police say a number of people have been charged after weapons, stolen property and drugs were discovered during the search of a home.
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Alberta country stars band together on song opposing Rockies coal mining
Alberta country singer Corb Lund has banded together with a few musical friends to re-release a 12-year-old song with a new focus on the possibility of open-pit coal mining in his beloved Rocky Mountains.
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Lethbridge municipal election wraps up with increased voter turnout
The City of Lethbridge is set to welcome in a new team of local leaders following Monday's municipal election.
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'I want more people to talk about this issue': Lethbridge author chronicles life with bipolar disorder
Jason Wegner, 24, hopes that by telling his story honestly, he will inspire hope for those currently facing mental health challenges.
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Blaine Hyggen wins squeaker to become next Lethbridge mayor
Blaine Hyggen is the new mayor of Lethbridge after narrowly defeating former councillor Bridget Mearns Monday night.
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1 dead in crash east of Stavely, Alta.
A 68-year-old resident of Stavely, Alta. is dead following a Monday afternoon crash east of the southern Alberta town.
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CRB, wage and rent subsidies come to an end, but Calgary restaurants and hotels still confident in new COVID-19 relief
Businesses in Calgary’s tourism and hospitality industry are breathing a small sigh of relief after the federal government unveiled new targeted subsidies to help them and other operations struggling to stay afloat during the pandemic.
Residents of Calgary townhouse complex fight against unsafe living conditions
Mold, bed bugs and rodents are just a few of the reasons why Calgarians living at one townhouse complex were protesting on Saturday.
Hindu community holds peaceful protest against attacks in Bangladesh
Calgary’s Hindu community gathered in a peaceful protest to condemn the attacks against Hindus in Bangladesh in recent days that have resulted in deaths.
'Scary' supply chain issues are even impacting Halloween costumes
For those celebrating Halloween this year, it may be one of the scariest parts of the festivities: many retailers are scrambling for stock this year, and those who do have costumes and decorations are charging a lot more.
Lindholm's 2nd hat trick lifts Flames past Caps 4-3 in OT
Elias Lindholm completed his second career hat trick with a one-timer 2:46 into overtime, and the Calgary Flames beat the Washington Capitals 4-3 on Saturday.
Police investigate afternoon shooting in Falconridge
Calgary police are investigating a shooting in the northeast community of Falconridge.
Calgary family's house of Halloween horrors helps benefit the food bank
Halloween is just over a week away and many homes in the city of Calgary are decorating for the occasion.
Pair of rallies, for and against Councillor Sean Chu, to take place this weekend
Calgary city hall is likely to be a busy gathering place on Sunday as two rallies, which are for and against embattled Councillor Sean Chu, are scheduled to take place.
COVID-19 in Alberta: 12 deaths, 656 new cases on Friday
Alberta reported 12 new deaths due to COVID-19 on Friday as well as 656 new cases, according to the province's latest data update.
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