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Stan Ashbee

Stan Ashbee is a news reporter, entertainment journalist, singer, songwriter, guitarist, poet and dad. Stan has been with Vista Radio and My Lethbridge Now since January 2024. Prior to working in radio, Stan was a managing editor and journalist for several southern Alberta newspapers and online publications for over 15 years. He was also a mobile DJ/host for over 20 years.

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Street-level drug traffickers targeted during enforcement project

Crime Stan Ashbee -
Lethbridge Police have concluded a six-week, city-wide project targeting street-level drug traffickers that resulted in the seizure of thousands of doses of drugs, more than 150 criminal charges and two dozen arrests.

A soup-er day for seniors

Community Stan Ashbee -
A friendly “soup off” competition was held Thursday, at the Green Acres Foundation’s Blue Sky Lodge senior living community in Lethbridge as part of their celebration of Seniors’ Week in Alberta.

Nikka Yuko executive director achieves destination management designation

Community Stan Ashbee -
Michelle Day Miles, Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden’s executive director, has achieved the Certified Destination Management Executive designation. 

UPDATE: Police arrest wanted man

Crime Stan Ashbee -
Police have located a man previously wanted on outstanding warrants.

Hurricanes announce home opener Sept. 19

Hockey Stan Ashbee -
The Lethbridge Hurricanes Hockey Club, in conjunction with the Western Hockey League, have announced their 2025-2026 Home Opener.

Single-day lane closure on Whoop-Up Drive bridge

Traffic, Closures & Outages Stan Ashbee -
The outer eastbound lane of the Whoop-Up Drive bridge will be closed Wednesday, according to the City of Lethbridge.

Celebrity guests a plenty at the Lethbridge Entertainment and Collector Expo

Entertainment Stan Ashbee -
This summer, the Lethbridge Entertainment and Collector Expo returns June 20-22 to the Agri-food Hub and Trade Centre. 

Massive drug bust yields nearly half a million-dollar seizure

Crime Stan Ashbee -
Lethbridge Police have seized nearly $500,000 worth of drugs and charged two people with trafficking offences. 

Alberta RCMP provides tips to reduce yard theft and residential break and enters 

Provincial Stan Ashbee -
As Albertans set out on summer vacation and more time is spent away from the home, Alberta RCMP is reminding you to secure your property to help prevent yard theft and break and enters. 

Cool off this summer at Breezy Bay Waterpark near Raymond

Community Stan Ashbee -
Slide, bounce and splash into summer at the Breezy Bay Waterpark near Raymond on Corner Lake at the Perrett Park Campground, only 30 minutes from Lethbridge. 

Motorcycle collision claims life of 70-year-old driver

Police & RCMP Stan Ashbee -
On June 1, 2025, at approximately 5:30 p.m., Taber/Vauxhall RCMP, as well as EMS, responded to a report of a motorcycle which left the road on Highway 875, south of Range Road 141. Upon arrival, it was determined that the 70-year-old male driver of the motorcycle, a resident of Regina ,SK, was deceased.

City-Wide Water Drive to distribute water bottles

Community Stan Ashbee -
For those in Lethbridge unable to take shelter from the heat this summer, local agencies have partnered up to ensure bottled water is available to community members. 

Environment Week kicks off in Lethbridge

Lethbridge City Hall Stan Ashbee -
This week is Environment Week, as Environment Lethbridge and the City of Lethbridge invite you to learn about and celebrate our natural environment with a suite of activities. 

Cool upgrades will modernize Henderson Ice Centre 

Lethbridge City Hall Stan Ashbee -
Big changes are coming to the Henderson Ice Centre. A two-phased construction project will improve functionality and accessibility. The upgrades will bring the Centre, which was built in 1975, into a more modern era. 

Volunteers really dig Tartan Park’s drought-resistant garden

Community Stan Ashbee -
To get an early start on Environment Week, which officially kicks off Sunday, volunteers planted a new drought-resistant garden at Tartan Park in west Lethbridge on Friday. 

Beyond-the-Bin Recycling Roundup returns June 7

Lethbridge City Hall Stan Ashbee -
On June 7, the City of Lethbridge is hosting another Beyond-the-Bin Recycling Roundup to collect old electronics, paint, used oil and household hazardous waste from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the northwest parking lot at Park Place Mall. 
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Projects on the city’s west side a reminder of construction season fun

Construction
Drivers could notice some traffic changes on the city’s west side over the next while, along with a little extra dirt being blown around by the wind due to construction in the area. 

Street-level drug traffickers targeted during enforcement project

Crime
Lethbridge Police have concluded a six-week, city-wide project targeting street-level drug traffickers that resulted in the seizure of thousands of doses of drugs, more than 150 criminal charges and two dozen arrests.

A soup-er day for seniors

Community
A friendly “soup off” competition was held Thursday, at the Green Acres Foundation’s Blue Sky Lodge senior living community in Lethbridge as part of their celebration of Seniors’ Week in Alberta.

Town councillor announces her bid for Coalhurst mayor seat

Elections
After serving as a town councillor for the past four years, Deborah Florence is announcing her candidacy for mayor of the Town of Coalhurst.

Lethbridge program helping newcomers create deeper connection with community

Community
Lethbridge Family Services' Community Connection Program holds an interpretive hike on Friday. It is serving as their entry into ParticipACTION's annual Community Challenge.
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