Lethbridge woman arrested on arson charges after grass fire
A 44-year-old Lethbridge woman faces arson charges after a suspicious grass fire in a southside coulee prompted evacuations. Police seized a lighter and personal property.
A 44-year-old Lethbridge woman faces arson charges after a suspicious grass fire in a southside coulee prompted evacuations. Police seized a lighter and personal property.
Skye Atoa, a 50-year-old accused sex offender from Lethbridge, is back in custody after police say he violated his release conditions. Get the latest details on the arrest.
A fire ban is now in effect for Lethbridge's river valley following a significant grass fire. Firefighters continue to investigate the cause as officials warn of dangerously dry conditions.
Skye Atoa, 50, faces serious charges in Lethbridge for the alleged sexual assault and trafficking of a 14-year-old girl. Police investigation ongoing.
The average price for a detached home in Lethbridge hit $502,790 in December 2025, a sharp 20% increase from the previous year, according to new Alberta real estate data.
Canadian canola and pea farmers, facing full bins and low prices due to Chinese tariffs, are looking to Mark Carney's upcoming diplomatic mission for market access relief. Learn about the stakes for Prairie agriculture.
An Ontario couple's innovative 'solar grazing' business uses sheep to manage vegetation on solar farms. Discover how this sustainable practice benefits both agriculture and renewable energy. Read their story.
High school students in Laval are learning about sustainability and food production through a hands-on urban agriculture project. Discover how this initiative is shaping future environmental stewards.
Physical structures are now rising at the 350-acre PowerCo site in St. Thomas, Ontario, marking a major milestone for the electric vehicle battery plant project. See the latest developments.
Lethbridge police seized drugs and weapons, including machetes, from a downtown encampment on New Year's Day 2026. A woman faces charges. Read the details.
Lethbridge Mayor Blaine Hyggen announces the city council's primary focus for 2026, emphasizing community feedback. Discover the key initiatives shaping the city's future.
As the year ends, Lethbridge Mayor Blaine Hyggen highlights key achievements and a positive outlook from 2025 in an exclusive interview. Discover what made it a year to be proud of.
South Korea announces a historic ban on bear breeding and bile extraction, marking a major victory for animal welfare and ending a decades-old controversial industry.
Southern Alberta emerges from its first major cold spell of the season, with forecasts predicting a prolonged stretch of milder conditions for Calgary and Lethbridge. Stay informed on the regional weather shift.
A look back at the pivotal year for Lethbridge's two post-secondary institutions, examining their struggles, adaptations, and what lies ahead for 2026 in Alberta's education landscape.
In Hungary, a group of volunteer farmers known as 'Water Guardians' are using traditional methods to combat severe desertification and reclaim their land. Discover their grassroots fight against climate change.
The Lethbridge Police Service is running a holiday checkstop campaign to ensure road safety during Christmas celebrations. Police remind drivers to plan for a safe ride home.
Discover the varied motivations behind last-minute Christmas Eve shopping in Calgary, as explained by a consumer behaviour expert from the University of Lethbridge. Dive into the festive rush!
The Alberta Court of Appeal has ordered a new trial for a Calgary addictions counsellor previously convicted of sexual assault. The case involves a 2019 encounter with a teen in Lethbridge. Read the full legal details.
As festive waste piles up, Lethbridge officials provide crucial recycling guidelines. Learn what can and cannot be recycled to make your holidays greener.
With Christmas days away, Lethbridge shoppers are in a final rush to complete their lists. Local retailers anticipate a busy weekend as the holiday countdown intensifies. Get the latest.
Frustrations mount as the organizer of the recall petition against Lethbridge-East MLA Nathan Neudorf has seemingly vanished, stalling the campaign. Get the latest details.
Seven Lethbridge organizations make a final push for the Christmas Hope campaign, aiming to meet their community fundraising goal. Learn how you can help.
Lethbridge Mayor Blaine Hyggen expresses confidence in the city's trajectory during an Alberta Primetime interview. Get the latest on local governance and community outlook.
Mink farmers in British Columbia have abandoned their four-year legal battle against the province's farming ban, citing prohibitive costs. The decision marks a pivotal end to the contentious fight.
Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services urges residents to take simple steps to prevent fires during the Christmas season. Learn the key safety reminders to protect your home and family.
An Ontario woman was defrauded of $4,000 in an advance fee loan scam. Police warn job seekers about fake offers involving stolen goods or money laundering.
Three new surveys in Lethbridge, Alberta, reveal a surge in optimism among local business owners about their future prospects and the local economy. Discover the key findings.
The Lethbridge Hurricanes visited Chinook Regional Hospital to deliver teddy bears collected during their annual toss, bringing smiles to young patients just before the holidays.
The Allied Arts Council of Lethbridge has launched the Sounds Around program, a new initiative to provide professional sound equipment and support for local event organizers. Learn how this enhances community events.