3+ day, 17+ hour ago   (209+ words) Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lacombe and District is looking for 40 new mentors as part of its annual 40 Mentors in 40 Days campaign. September is Big Brothers Big Sisters Month, and the organization is using the campaign to recruit volunteers in…...

3+ day, 21+ hour ago   (668+ words) A Red Deer Polytechnic welding apprentice is heading to China later this month after more than a year of intensive training and competition. Lucas Stang earned gold medals at the Skills Canada Alberta Provincial and Skills Canada National Competitions in…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (224+ words) Two new volunteer-built playgrounds at J.S. McCormick School in Lacombe are nearing completion after three years of fundraising, design and planning. The Lacombe Public Schools Enhancement Society says the inclusive and ninja playgrounds were built on the east side of the…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (270+ words) Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools is investing in student supports, school security and teacher professional development following its Aug. 25 board meeting. The board approved $275,000 from maintenance capital reserves to install roll shutters at the new St. Veronica School during construction....

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (220+ words) As students head back to school, Maskwacis RCMP are reminding families that safety goes beyond getting to and from the classroom. Police are encouraging parents and children to have conversations about protecting personal information and recognizing potential risks online. RCMP…...

2+ week, 15+ hour ago   (513+ words) With students across Central Alberta preparing to return to the classroom, RCMP are reminding drivers to slow down, stay alert and take extra care around school zones and buses. School start dates vary across Central Alberta, with some students returning…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago   (148+ words) Local agricultural producers will have an opportunity to learn from fellow farmers and share ideas during an upcoming Central Alberta Forage and Livestock Association (CAFLA) Grazing Club North meeting in Wetaskiwin County. The free event takes place Monday (August 31) from…...

2+ week, 2+ day ago   (121+ words) Olds College welcomed 79 students this summer for hands-on youth programs focused on veterinary medicine, small engine mechanics and other career areas. The Olds College Industry Training & Continuing Education department hosted the students in a series of programs covering large and…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (164+ words) Blackfalds Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) is celebrating the success of its Back-to-School Program, which helped 65 local families get ready for the new school year. Thanks to donations from community members and local supporters, families received school supplies and…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (195+ words) Families heading to Terrace Ridge School in Lacombe tomorrow (August 27) will have an opportunity to connect with local organizations before students return to the classroom. The school is hosting its Welcome Back and Meet the Staff evening from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., with…...