Shop local campaigns and markets get underway ahead of holiday shopping season
The holiday spirit is bright at the Lethbridge and District Exhibition's Big Christmas Farmers' Market.
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1 dead, 1 hospitalized in crash on Hwy. 4 southeast of Lethbridge
One person is dead and another was taken to hospital following a Friday morning crash at the intersection of Highway 4 and Highway 845 in southern Alberta.
Castle Mountain ski resort delays opening by a week due to lack of snowfall
Skiers in southwestern Alberta will need to wait a little bit longer to play in their backyard because there just isn't enough snow.
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More than 43,000 Lethbridge residents don't have a family doctor, data indicates
The City of Lethbridge is in need of dozens of doctors as statistics illustrate how dire the situation is for health care in the community.
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Donation demand for Hurricanes Toque and Teddy Toss
The Hurricanes will be showered with fur tomorrow night at the event's 25th annual game against the Brandon Wheat Kings when the Toque and Teddy Bear Toss returns for the first time in two years.
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Suspect wearing distinctive shoes captured on video during Lethbridge break-in
Lethbridge Police Service is hoping someone will recognize a suspect who was captured on surveillance video during a break-in while wearing distinctive shoes.
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Lethbridge police preparing for annual Christmas Check Stop campaign
Lethbridge police are preparing for the possibility that officers may see more impaired drivers this holiday season than last.
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Wind warnings issued for southern Alberta Wednesday
Wind warnings were issued for much of southern Alberta on Wednesday.
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Lethbridge Meals on Wheels, Community Foundation kick off holiday season of giving
A community campaign in Lethbridge is about to get rolling as Meals on Wheels kicks off its 23 Days of Christmas campaign on Wednesday.
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Lethbridge police officers demoted in 'MemeGate' misconduct case
Senior constables David Easter and Matthew Rilkoff, who previously pleaded guilty to misconduct charges, have been demoted in rank to first class constables for one year.
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Lethbridge police conduct very merry checkstop, collecting gifts, food, cash and gift cards
The Lethbridge Police Service Charity conducted a very merry check stop Sunday in an effort to help vulnerable community members add a little joy to their holiday season.
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Calgary police suspends officer who made anti-vaccine mandate video while in uniform
A Calgary police officer is currently relieved from duty with pay for failing to adhere to the service's COVID-19 vaccination policy — and officials are looking into his role in posting a video on social media while in uniform, opposing the mandate and drawing comparison with the Holocaust and Hitler's regime.
Victim of Cranston homicide identified as 35-year-old Norma-Jean Muirhead
Calgary police have released the identity of a homicide victim found dead in the community of Cranston this week.
Calgary machine parts manufacturer one of Alberta's newest COVID-19 outbreaks
Health officials say more than two dozen employees of a Calgary manufacturing plant are sick with COVID-19.
COVID-19 in Alberta: 349 new cases, 1 death on Friday as hospitalizations hit 3-month low
Friday was the third straight day the number of new cases has declined after being in the 200s the three days before.
UCP says Alberta's 'swagger' is back amid 64 per cent November employment rate
Alberta's employment rate was the highest among all provinces last month, generating optimism among provincial officials.
National Music Centre celebrates 5th anniversary with virtual gala
Anyone up for a gala in sweatpants? You'll have that opportunity Friday night, when the National Music Centre livestreams Niisito, a celebration of the power of music to build bridges between diverse communities in Canada.
Calgary man charged with weapons trafficking in connection with RCMP investigation
Blackfalds RCMP are seeking the public's help to find a Calgary man wanted for a number of weapons-related offences.
Hope's Cradle being installed at Strathmore Fire Station, a first of its kind in Canada
Construction of a Hope's Cradle is set to begin Saturday at the fire station in Strathmore, offering a last resort option for parents who don't feel they are able to care for a newborn.
No trial next week for man accused in hit-and-run death of Calgary officer: lawyer
A lawyer for a man charged in the hit-and-run death of a Calgary police officer says his client's trial will not start next week.
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