Lethbridge community peace officers ready to start patrols
Neon Alberta Meat Market sign restored to its former glory in new home
Lethbridge orthotist develops elbow brace to help keep cowboys safe
Blood Tribe detox centre visited by associate mental health and addictions minister
Livestock auctioneers compete for international championship title in Alberta
Lethbridge Bisons open Little League Divisional Championships with big win
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 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
R. Kelly to appear in court for bond hearing on sex crime charges
A judge is expected to rule on whether R. Kelly can be released on bond in the Chicago indictment before facing the New York charges. 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
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
Nunavut sees warmer days than B.C. during ‘unprecedented’ heat wave
Environment Canada said it’s the latest anomaly in what’s been a long, hot summer across the Arctic. 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
Producers still cautious despite higher Q2 expectations on stronger oil prices
Higher oil prices are expected to boost cash flow for the large Canadian crude producers but analysts say the extra money is unlikely to be added to growth budgets. Continue reading
Toronto man who lost family in Boeing 737 crash to tell U.S. Congress to scrap jet
Paul Njoroge said the plane should never fly again because of what he considers an irredeemable design flaw. Continue reading
1 boy killed, another injured in single-vehicle Provost crash
A boy from Macklin, Sask., was declared dead at the scene on July 13, 2019. Continue reading
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Trial hears German tourist shot in Alberta had 8 bullet fragments removed from brain
There was conflicting testimony in court Monday about whether a youth charged in the shooting of a German tourist on an Alberta highway may have acted on his own or was ordered to fire the gun. Continue reading
At least 4 dead, dozens trapped beneath rubble after Mumbai building collapse
It is the second such collapse around Mumbai in less than 10 days. Continue reading
Only halfway through ‘peak season,’ Alberta has had a year’s worth of tornadoes
It has been a busy year for storm chasers in Alberta with 15 tornadoes likely touching down in the province so far. Continue reading
Calgary Tower shut down after elevator rescue: ‘I thought I was going to die’
By Carolyn Kury de Castillo Reporter
The Calgary Tower has been shut down after eight people had to be rescued from a broken elevator on Friday night. Continue reading
50 years after the Apollo 11 voyage, the astronauts will return to the launch pad
The astronauts will mark the precise moment their rocket departed for the first moon landing. Continue reading
Canadian couple shamed for kissing behind dead lion in safari photo
The owners of an Edmonton taxidermy service are under fire for striking a romantic pose with a lion carcass while on safari. Continue reading
U.S. Air Force ‘stands ready’ to defend Area 51 from 1 million Facebook users
More than 1 million Facebook users have now signed up to storm Area 51 to “get them aliens.” Continue reading
2 dead, multiple injuries after amusement park ride in India snaps mid-air
The ride snapped mid-swing, causing the portion carrying riders to fall and crash. Continue reading
Canada’s air passenger ‘bill of rights’ comes into effect Monday. Here’s what it means for you
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The new regulations are already facing criticism from travellers’ advocates and from airlines. Continue reading
2 Kitchener teens missing in Algonquin Park found safe: OPP
Marta Malek, 16, and Maya Mirota, 16, were reported missing to the OPP on Friday at around 10 p.m. after they missed a rendezvous with the rest of their group. 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
After rescue, Calgary Tower 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
Producers still cautious despite higher Q2 expectations on stronger oil prices
Higher oil prices are expected to boost cash flow for the large Canadian crude producers but analysts say the extra money is unlikely to be added to growth budgets. Continue reading
1 boy killed, another injured in single-vehicle Provost crash
A boy from Macklin, Sask., was declared dead at the scene on July 13, 2019. Continue reading
Trial hears German tourist shot in Alberta had 8 bullet fragments removed from brain
There was conflicting testimony in court Monday about whether a youth charged in the shooting of a German tourist on an Alberta highway may have acted on his own or was ordered to fire the gun. Continue reading
Only halfway through ‘peak season,’ Alberta has had a year’s worth of tornadoes
It has been a busy year for storm chasers in Alberta with 15 tornadoes likely touching down in the province so far. Continue reading
3 more horses euthanized at Calgary Stampede’s chuckwagon races Sunday
The Calgary Stampede called the incident “upsetting” and said it will be initiating a thorough review process surrounding chuckwagon safety following the recent deaths. Continue reading
Calgary Tower shut down after elevator rescue: ‘I thought I was going to die’
By Carolyn Kury de Castillo Reporter
The Calgary Tower has been shut down after eight people had to be rescued from a broken elevator on Friday night. Continue reading
Backcountry hike to see Banff bison a spiritual journey for group of Alberta women
The group of women is one of the first to see the herd since they were brought back to Banff National Park, but their trek was far from easy. Continue reading
Extreme weather in Craven, Sask., cancels Country Thunder headliner Tim McGraw
By Taylor Braat Online Producer
Tim McGraw’s Saturday set at Country Thunder was canceled due to the severe thunderstorms damaging his equipment on stage. Continue reading
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Draw held ahead of 2019 Junior Little League Canadian Championships in Lethbridge
By Chris Chacon Videographer
Lethbridge will soon be home to an exciting tournament drawing in teams and players from all over the country. Continue reading
Lethbridge orthotist develops elbow brace to help keep cowboys safe
By Chris Chacon Videographer
With rodeo season underway, many cowboys risk their physical health for the sport they love. One man from southern Alberta has developed an orthopedic device to help keep them a little safer. Continue reading
Trudeau stresses balancing economy, environment during brief Calgary Stampede visit
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was speaking at a reception for Liberal Party donors during the Calgary Stampede, where he had fewer public appearances than in past years. Continue reading
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Maxime Bernier visits Cardston, introduces southern Alberta PPC candidates
People’s Party of Canada (PPC) leader Maxime Bernier continued his 10-day tour of Alberta Friday, with a stop in Medicine Hat followed by a rally in Cardston. Continue reading
RCMP speak to more Alberta cabinet ministers as part of investigation into UCP leadership race
Five UCP cabinet ministers have now spoken to the RCMP as they investigate allegations of criminal wrongdoing in connection with the party’s 2017 leadership race. Continue reading
Horse injured at Calgary Stampede’s ‘half mile of hell’ Friday night
Another horse was injured at the Calgary Stampede’s chuckwagon races on Friday night on a track often referred to as the “half mile of hell.” Continue reading
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Livestock auctioneers compete for international championship title in Alberta
Going once, going twice, sold! Auctioneers from around the world compete in Stavely, Alta., to determine who the champion of selling livestock really is. Continue reading
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Contentious anti-abortion movie screened in Lethbridge on Friday
The anti-abortion movie “Unplanned” began screening in select theatres in Canada on Friday, including the Lethbridge Movie Mill, and the decision to show it has not been without controversy. Continue reading
‘It’s causing me to not want to live’: LGBTQ2 community members recount time with Journey Canada programs
By Heather Yourex-West Network Digital Journalist: Alberta Correspondent
“It was causing me to hate myself and my sexuality,” one former Journey Canada participant said. “I was like, ‘This just doesn’t feel right.'” Continue reading
Alberta seeks to intervene in B.C.’s appeal to Supreme Court on energy projects
Alberta wants to have its say when British Columbia goes to the Supreme Court for a ruling on who is in charge of interprovincial projects like pipelines. Continue reading
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