Chuckwagon driver speaks out amidst Calgary Stampede safety review
Syphilis outbreak declared in Alberta amid ‘rapid increase’ in cases
Alberta’s economy doing better than expected in 2019: TD Bank
Lethbridge Twinning Society celebrates 30th anniversary
Alberta RCMP seek driver who rammed police cruiser in stolen vehicle
Lethbridge veterinarian honoured for dedication to feline care
Natural gas producers demand government action in open letter to Kenney
The CEOs of nine Alberta natural gas producers have released an open letter to Premier Jason Kenney asking him to show “bold leadership” in supporting a plan to restrict production to boost low gas prices. Continue reading
Charges pending after cat allegedly beaten to death with baseball bat: Calgary police
Calgary police are investigating disturbing allegations of animal abuse from the city’s southeast. Continue reading
Blue Jays acquire right-hander from Mets
The Toronto Blue Jays have acquired right-hander Wilmer Font from the New York Mets for cash considerations. Continue reading
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Dream vacation turns into flier frustration for Calgary family
By Tomasia DaSilva Reporter
A Calgary family is expressing frustration with how Air Canada handled a vacation gone wrong. Continue reading
Edmonton cat comes back 9 years after going missing
By Sarah Kraus Reporter
Almost a decade after disappearing while being watched by a family friend, Loki the cat has been reunited with his loving family. Continue reading
‘Game of Thrones’ star Nikolaj Coster-Waldau defends show’s final season
“You don’t get this many actors nominated with bad writing,” said the Danish star, who portrayed Jaime Lannister in the series. “It just does not happen.” Continue reading
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Lethbridge advocate pushes for province-wide ban on conversion therapy
“Being queer is not a mental illness, it’s not a disease, it is not something that needs to be fixed.” Continue reading
Weather advisory warning of potential for funnel clouds lifted across southern Alberta
A weather advisory was put in effect for several parts of southern Alberta on Tuesday to alert people to the fact that conditions are favourable for the development of funnel clouds. Continue reading
EXCLUSIVE: Senator says report’s inclusion of U.S. nuclear weapons locations in Europe ‘not an accident’
By Abigail Bimman Global National Ottawa Correspondent
The senator behind a NATO-affiliated report getting international attention stands by the initial decision to include locations of U.S. nuclear weapons. Continue reading
Man who witnessed German tourist being shot in Alberta can’t say who pulled trigger
A witness to the shooting of a German tourist driving down an Alberta highway says he remembers hearing a loud clap, but is unable to say who pulled the trigger. Continue reading
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Protesters demand end to chuckwagon races, rally outside Alberta premier’s office
Six horses died competing in the chuckwagon races at this year’s Calgary Stampede. Continue reading
Sudan’s military and protesters sign power-sharing deal, first step toward civilian rule
The signing ceremony marks an important step in the transition to civilian rule following the military overthrow of long-ruling autocrat Omar al-Bashir Continue reading
‘Uber of boats’ expands to Canada, offers short-term water sport rentals
After launching in San Francisco in 2013, Get My Boat expanded to Canadian cities last year and is hoping more water sport enthusiasts will join the sharing economy. Continue reading
Calgary researchers say newly discovered cell can heal heart damage in mice
University of Calgary researchers say a newly discovered type of cell appears to repair heart damage in mice. Continue reading
‘Bachelor’ creator Mike Fleiss accused of attacking pregnant wife
Laura Fleiss alleged that her husband became enraged upon hearing the news of her second pregnancy. Continue reading
Majority of Canadians want change in Ottawa, 37% say they’d vote Conservative: Ipsos
By Jesse Ferreras Online Journalist
The Ipsos poll showed Conservative leader Andrew Scheer picking up the approval of 36 per cent of respondents, compared to Justin Trudeau’s 32 per cent. Continue reading
Mexican drug lord El Chapo sentenced to life in prison
The notorious Mexican drug kingpin Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman has been sentenced to life behind bars in a U.S. prison. Continue reading
‘Unspeakable tragedy’: Toddler dies after falling in Tim Hortons grease trap
Police say the boy fell through a plastic cover into the grease trap located behind the fast-food restaurant. Continue reading
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Chuckwagon driver speaks out amidst Calgary Stampede safety review
By Cami Kepke Reporter
Fourth-generation chuckwagon driver Jordie Fike hopes to share a competitor’s perspective on the Calgary Stampede’s safety investigation. Continue reading
B.C. man who died of rabies identified as ‘inspiring’ martial arts instructor
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Condolences for the man are pouring in, describing him as “an amazing person who has built so many kids’ confidence,” and “a remarkable and inspiring young man.” Continue reading
Natural gas producers demand government action in open letter to Kenney
The CEOs of nine Alberta natural gas producers have released an open letter to Premier Jason Kenney asking him to show “bold leadership” in supporting a plan to restrict production to boost low gas prices. Continue reading
Blood Tribe Police Service member charged with sexual assault of fellow officer
The Blood Tribe Police Service said the accused, a 10-year constable on the force, has been suspended from duty with pay, pending further review. Continue reading
Charges pending after cat allegedly beaten to death with baseball bat: Calgary police
Calgary police are investigating disturbing allegations of animal abuse from the city’s southeast. Continue reading
Lethbridge Twinning Society celebrates 30th anniversary
The Lethbridge Twinning Society started with a single sister city in 1989, and as recently as five years ago, added its fourth. Continue reading
Dream vacation turns into flier frustration for Calgary family
By Tomasia DaSilva Reporter
A Calgary family is expressing frustration with how Air Canada handled a vacation gone wrong. Continue reading
Chuckwagon driver speaks out amidst Calgary Stampede safety review
By Cami Kepke Reporter
Fourth-generation chuckwagon driver Jordie Fike hopes to share a competitor’s perspective on the Calgary Stampede’s safety investigation. Continue reading
Edmonton cat comes back 9 years after going missing
By Sarah Kraus Reporter
Almost a decade after disappearing while being watched by a family friend, Loki the cat has been reunited with his loving family. Continue reading
Lethbridge advocate pushes for province-wide ban on conversion therapy
“Being queer is not a mental illness, it’s not a disease, it is not something that needs to be fixed.” Continue reading
Syphilis outbreak declared in Alberta amid ‘rapid increase’ in cases
Alberta has seen a “sharp increase” in the infectious and congenital syphilis rates, leading the province’s chief medical officer of health to declare a provincial outbreak. Continue reading
Lethbridge veterinarian honoured for dedication to feline care
By Quinn Campbell Videographer
Dr. Kate Lupton was honoured with the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association’s Small Animal Practitioner Award. Continue reading
Weather advisory warning of potential for funnel clouds lifted across southern Alberta
A weather advisory was put in effect for several parts of southern Alberta on Tuesday to alert people to the fact that conditions are favourable for the development of funnel clouds. Continue reading
Man who witnessed German tourist being shot in Alberta can’t say who pulled trigger
A witness to the shooting of a German tourist driving down an Alberta highway says he remembers hearing a loud clap, but is unable to say who pulled the trigger. Continue reading
Protesters demand end to chuckwagon races, rally outside Alberta premier’s office
Six horses died competing in the chuckwagon races at this year’s Calgary Stampede. Continue reading
‘Uber of boats’ expands to Canada, offers short-term water sport rentals
After launching in San Francisco in 2013, Get My Boat expanded to Canadian cities last year and is hoping more water sport enthusiasts will join the sharing economy. Continue reading
Alberta RCMP seek driver who rammed police cruiser in stolen vehicle
RCMP in southern Alberta are hoping the public can help them identify a driver who rammed a police cruiser. Continue reading
Alberta’s economy doing better than expected in 2019: TD Bank
Economists at TD Bank say the provincial economy appears to have started growing again in recent weeks. Continue reading
Calgary researchers say newly discovered cell can heal heart damage in mice
University of Calgary researchers say a newly discovered type of cell appears to repair heart damage in mice. Continue reading
CP Rail rakes in record second quarter revenue as traffic increases
CP Rail says it earned record second-quarter revenues of nearly $2 billion, driven by a leap in traffic across the board to beat analysts’ expectations. Continue reading
If heat sticks around, Taber corn will be ready by the end of July
A colder-than-usual spring may have thrown a wrench into Taber corn farmers’ dreams of early sales, but one farmer says they aren’t actually that far behind schedule. Continue reading
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After rescue, Calgary Tower restaurant employee says it’s not the first time elevators have had problems
By Tomasia DaSilva Reporter
After eight people were rescued from the Calgary Tower elevator, an employee says it has been acting up for a while. Continue reading
Clothing retailer asks Canadians to clean out closets for good cause
By Deb Matejicka Community Reporter
Clothing donations are being accepted at 126 Moore’s locations across the country until July 31. Continue reading
Neon Alberta Meat Market sign restored to its former glory in new home
The Alberta Meat Market on the corner of 5 Street and 6 Avenue South had one of the most iconic neon signs in Lethbridge. Now, the 60-year-old sign is lit up once again. Continue reading
Lethbridge community peace officers ready to start patrols
By Chris Chacon Videographer
Lethbridge’s police chief announced the arrival of new community peace officers that will start duty later this week. While many welcome the added law enforcement, the President of the Lethbridge Police Association is expressing concerns. Continue reading
Alberta health workers march outside University Hospital, protesting Bill 9
Demonstrators held signs that read: “Bill 9 disrespects hard-working Albertans,” “Proud of my job. Fighting for quality health care,” “Let us go to arbitration” and “It’s our legal right to negotiate.” Continue reading
6 horse deaths at Calgary Stampede chuckwagon races renew calls for change
Six horses died competing in the Calgary Stampede chuckwagon races this year, bringing the total to more than 70 in the event since 1986. Continue reading
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