13+ hour, 5+ min ago   (132+ words) Blackfalds residents aged 55 and older are invited to take part in the Walk and Talk program, which is moving to Thursdays. The program takes place at the walking track at the Abbey Centre and is open to adults 55 and older…...

5+ day, 18+ hour ago   (217+ words) The City of Wetaskiwin is warning of a train derailment on 40 Avenue. Drivers are asked to avoid the area and take alternative routes to allow crews space for clean-up. There are no injuries or any threats of contamination at this…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (141+ words) A new dock is now open for use at the storm pond in Penhold Commons following construction that began earlier this summer. The dock provides access to the pond for non-motorized recreational activities, including fishing and launching kayaks, canoes and…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (218+ words) Ginette Lavack, Member of Parliament for St. Boniface-St. Vital, announced the funding today on behalf of Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Heath MacDonald. The investment will flow through the AgriDiversity Program to the Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF), the National Government of…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (384+ words) The Walk for Wellness and Suicide Prevention will return to Lacombe on Sunday, Sept. 13, marking its 15th annual event. The walk will start at the Lacombe Performing Arts Centre beginning at 2 p.m. with speakers and will have a walking route around Cranna…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (289+ words) Harvest season is underway in Lacombe County, bringing increased activity to rural roads as farmers work to bring in their crops. With agricultural equipment sharing the roads with motorists, school buses and late-summer travelers, Lacombe County is reminding everyone to…...

3+ week, 9+ hour ago   (260+ words) The Ponoka Aquaplex will temporarily close tomorrow (August 24) as the facility undergoes annual maintenance and improvements. The closure is scheduled through to Monday, September 7, with regular operations expected to resume Tuesday, September 8. Work at the Aquaplex will include draining, scrubbing…...

3+ week, 4+ day ago   (132+ words) A local mentor has been recognized for her leadership and dedication to mentoring with Big Brothers Big Sisters Lacombe & District. Brielle is this year's recipient of the Colby Sackett Memorial Scholarship, which recognizes a teen mentor who demonstrates outstanding leadership,…...

3+ week, 5+ day ago   (606+ words) The Broom Tree Cafe in Lacombe will close its doors at the end of September as The Broom Tree Foundation shifts its focus toward expanding food security programs in the community. The cafe’s final day of operations will be Sept....

3+ week, 6+ day ago   (253+ words) The Town of Penhold is encouraging residents to remove foxtail grass from their properties to help protect pets and wildlife from painful injuries. Foxtail grass has sharp, barbed seed heads that can become lodged in animals' paws, ears, noses, eyes…...