News

I am so very pleased to be back writing my monthly column. And that is thanks to the wonderful residents of Lethbridge who, through the 2025 Municipal Election in October, gave me the opportunity to serve for another four years as your Mayor. 

Have a great idea for an event or program to boost vibrancy in the Downtown? The 2026 Re-Imagine Downtown Activation Grant program is now open for applications, with $120,000 in funding available for successful applicants.

Starting at 9 a.m. Thursday, November 20, the south lane of westbound Whoop-Up Drive will start taking traffic while continuing repairs will temporarily close the middle westbound lane. This is the latest stage of the major repairs – which remain on schedule – under the Whoop-Up Drive bridge.

The City of Lethbridge’s Planning staff have analyzed London Road neighbourhood trends and put together proposed changes. Now, we want your feedback. 

The River Valley Fire Ban in Lethbridge has been lifted, effective immediately. Recent changes in weather conditions, including higher humidity levels, have reduced the fire risk in this area. 

Lethbridge Transit and local partners are bringing busloads of festive cheer this holiday season.

Firefighters safely rescued three pets from a southside home after responding to a structure fire in the 1200 block of 5 Avenue South at approximately 8 a.m. on Saturday, November 15. 

If you’ve been looking for the final push to drop off those remaining fall yard waste bags, here it is. Sunday, November 16 is the last day to visit the City's yard waste sites. The sites will close for the winter season Monday, November 17.

Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services responded to a small aircraft crash at Lethbridge Airport at approximately 2:15 p.m. on Thursday, November 13.

The City of Lethbridge is searching for a youth group to lead this year’s Christmas Tree Collection Program.