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Joe Manio Local Journalism Initiative reporter When the words “pina colada” are mentioned, images of tropical beaches, creamy cocktails, and fruity garnishes often come to mind.  The drink was also immortalized in the by British-American singer-songwriter Ruport Holmes in his 1979 hit song: “Escape (The Piña Colada Song)” and the cocktail is celebrated annually with ... Read More »

Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald A report on Lethbridge air service will be made this afternoon to the Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee of city council today. The committee, consisting of the mayor and all members of council, will meet at 9 a.m. with a closed session.  The report by airport manager Cameron Prince will ... Read More »

Alejandra-Pulido Guzman LETHBRIDGE HERALD After changes to the federal COVID-19 vaccine procurement process were announced earlier this year, and the Alberta government announcing last month that the vaccine will no longer be funded, Alberta Lung has raised the alarm on how that will affect Albertans living with chronic lung diseases like Asthma, Cystic Fibrosis and ... Read More »

Graham Kelly Inside the CFL The late Don Matthews, second in career wins to Wally Buono, owner of 10 Grey Cup rings, took exception to a reporter’s observation that the upcoming contest was really a big game. “Why,” the coach asked. “Are they awarding more than two points for the win?” Who am I to ... Read More »

By Justin Seward Lethbridge Herald Lethbridge baseball player Ty Mabin is not letting his career end after his last  American Legion season this summer and after graduating from high school baseball at Chinook last month, as he is attending post-secondary in Montana beginning this fall. Mabin began exploring the option of playing college ball down ... Read More »

By Nathan Reiter Local Journalism Initiative Reporter- Lethbridge Herald  For more than 25 years, the name Clint Collier was synonymous with the Picture Butte Golf Club. Collier was the head superintendent at the course from 1998 up until his sudden passing in September 2024. He was 53 years old. The club has renamed the turf ... Read More »

FROM THE HILL Rachael Thomas Member of Parliament for Lethbridge When Canadians think of Parliament, the focus is often on the governing party or the Prime Minister. Yet, one of the most important – and often overlooked – pillars of our democracy is the Loyal Opposition. The term Loyal Opposition originated in the United Kingdom. ... Read More »

GUEST OPINION David B. Carpenter Have you stopped beating your wife? It’s a simple question, just answer yes or no.  This is the classic example of a loaded question, either requested answer to which makes one guilty of an unproven assumption.  Most people smile because they know where the question ends up. I don’t imagine ... Read More »

LEAVE IT TO BEEBER Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald Today marks Independence Day in the United States. While the relationship between the governments of Canada and the U.S. have become fractured over tariffs, our two countries still share a strong personal bond that has existed for centuries and will undoubtedly continue to exist long into the future. That is due not only to ... Read More »

Editor: We have known Fr. Ian Gagne for the past nine-and one-half years since he came to St. Ambrose church in Coaldale, Alberta. We took him and his parents to Chef’s Hat restaurant for dinner when he first arrived and to get to know them better. Lisa, the owner, was generous with her hospitality and ... Read More »

Editor, I would like to thank Councillor Mark Campbell for his motion to allow the Citizens of Lethbridge Urban Chicken Club, to speak to city council. The motion was passed by a 7-2 vote and CLUCC will present to the Safety and Social Committee. CLUCC will demonstrate that a one year pilot project to help ... Read More »

Editor, During the June 24 city council meeting, a motion was put forward by councilor Campbell to allow a local organization the opportunity to present on a topic important to them to the Safety and Social Standing Policy Committee (SPC). This motion was necessary because previous requests to present to the SPC were denied by ... Read More »