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Helping build solid citizens
4-H has contributed to our communities by helping young people develop practical skills
There are programs in existence that help youth develop the skills that will aid them in growing into confident, capable adults and future community leaders.
Case closed: oilsands the culprit
A new study of toxic hydrocarbon content in northern Alberta lakes suggests there is good reason to be concerned about the oilsands industry's contribution to contamination of northern waterways.
Armoured kids a sad commentary
Many of us are old enough to remember a time when being a kid was a pretty safe occupation. On non-school days, kids could leave the house in the morning and spend the day engaged in care-free play, sometimes beyond Mom's shouting distance, returning home only for meals or bedtime.
Making progress on homelessness
Relatively low numbers at the Lethbridge Shelter and Resource Centre during the Christmas week, despite the cold temperatures, are the latest indication that the city's efforts to combat homelessness are working.
Dementia stigma
According to the Alzheimer Society of Canada, about 747,000 Canadians were living with cognitive impairment, including dementia, in 2011. That number is projected to climb to 1.4 million Canadians by 2031.
The society also notes that one of the key factors in coping with Alzheimer's disease is to maintain healthy relationships with family, friends and colleagues.
The route to more transit ridership
If one of the City of Lethbridge's new year's resolutions was to increase use of public transportation, the city has received some help toward that end from the new transportation master plan.
Looking for the positive in 2013
That's because 2012 was, in many ways, a difficult year. Once again there was too much violence, including horrific mass shootings. The most recent was the shooting rampage at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn.
Addressing child labour issue
A new year is just around the corner.
And as we prepare to flip the calendar once again, the perennial question of farmworkers' rights in Alberta will likely be asked once again.
Challenges for young workers
A story on page A10 of Thursday's Herald, headline "The lost generation," indicates that things aren't all that rosy for many young Canadians who are trying to find their place in the job market.
Thanks for sharing the Christmas spirit
As usual, there was no shortage of Christmas decor to be enjoyed throughout the city, as once again many residents went to great lengths to show their holiday spirit by creating elaborate displays at homes and businesses.
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