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    Garden tour flourishes  Share Comments  
    Updated 1 day ago
    The Hidden Treasures Yard tour viewed four yards in town and two in the country on July 28.
    ■ News / Regional
    U of A helping Blackfalds woman continue her love for gardeningShare 
    Posted 1 day ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff One Blackfalds woman is in the process of receiving a wonderful gift from the University of Alberta — a wheelchair that will allow her to garden again all at the price of the faculty. [more]
    ■ News / Provincial
    Bentley Ag Fair and Rodeo has new additions this yearShare 
    Updated 1 day ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff This year's Bentley Town and Country Ag Fair and Rodeo Aug. 5 to 8 is expected to be a hit with new activities for all ages including laser tag. "There are so many different events and very few are for charge," said June Norvilla, Bentley Ag Society. [more]
    ■ Sports / Local Sports
    CUC is top performing college in lifesaving in AlbertaShare 
    Posted 2 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff The Canadian University College (CUC) dove in first place for the Life-Saving Award making the faculty the top performing college in the province for teaching life-saving courses. [more]
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    Time to retire your ride?Share 
    Posted 4 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff Getting rid of older vehicles can be a process — but thanks to a government initiative, people thinking of retiring their older model vehicles from 1995 or earlier can receive benefits. [more]
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    $2.7 million raised in walk for cancer Share 
    Posted 4 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff About 1,115 participants raised $2.7 million last weekend to end women's cancers. Calgary was filled with people walking to remember, support and raise money for putting an end to breast and gynecological cancers. [more]
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    Bentley rescue truck: like a charm Share 
    Posted 4 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff Bentley's latest addition to the fire hall — a new rescue truck — has enabled the team to do their job more efficiently. "It's a spectacular piece of equipment," said Craig Colegrave, Bentley fire chief. [more]
    ■ Archives / Editorial
    Globe keeps up with changing needs of our readersShare 
    Posted 4 days ago
    The days of getting your print news only through newspapers are gone. Today you can get breaking news alerts sent directly to your blackberry, cell phone or laptop. You can go online to newspaper websites and not only get stories but videos as well. [more]
    ■ News / Regional
    Police stand-off ends fatallyShare 
    Updated 3 days ago
    A four-hour standoff Monday with a suicidal male ended tragically. Around 3 p.m. Red Deer Rural Detachment received a complaint of a suicidal male in a residence in Blackfalds. It was alleged that the lone occupant of the residence, a 36 year old Blackfalds man, was armed. [more]
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    Mirror man reserves plea in drug chargesShare 
    Posted 4 days ago
    A Mirror man charged with having a marijuana grow operation reserved his plea July 19 in Stettler Provincial Court. Edgar Allen Soare, 49, is scheduled to reappeart on Aug. 12 to enter a plea for production of marijuana and possession for the purpose of trafficking. [more]
    ■ News / Local
    Lacombe Days draws thousandsShare Comments 
    Posted 4 days ago
    Lisa Joy Globe Editor More people than ever turned out for Lacombe Days say organizers. "We estimate the attendance to the parade of over 10,000 people and total attendance to all events nearly 20,000," said Peter Bouwsema, committee chairman. [more]
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    Public happy with fieldhouse plansShare 
    Posted 4 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff The residents of Blackfalds left the Multi-Plex feeling satisfied and excited after viewing the future Blackfalds Field House on July 22. "It's an awesome concept," said resident Cathy Smith. [more]
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    Blackfalds home could have haunted pastShare Comments  
    Posted 4 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff Every community has a ghost tale targeted at a specific home, but one particular boarded up house in Blackfalds could be the site of a disturbing and publicized death dating back to 1921. [more]
    ■ News / Provincial
    Fort Saskatchewan wins Pee Wee AA Tier 1 ProvincialsShare Comments  
    Updated 4 days ago
    Lisa Joy Globe Editor The Lacombe Dodgers played hard during the Pee Wee AA Tier 1 Provincial Championship but had a disappointing loss when Bonnyville beat them 8-5. "We played a real good game and we just came up a little short that's all," said coach Bruce Knight after the game Sunday. [more]
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    Lacombe Police receive dozen calls from residents over vehicle theftsShare Comments 
    Posted 5 days ago
    Lisa Joy Globe Editor Lacombe Police are asking residents in Henners Landing, Elizabeth Park and Bruns subdivisions to check their property and vehicles for disposed property that may belong to others. [more]
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    Lacombe hosts PeeWee AA Tier I ProvincialsShare  
    Updated 5 days ago
    The Lacombe Dodgers are hosting the PeeWee Tier III Provincials July 23 to 25. Friday night Lacombe lost to Okotoks 16 to 13 but Saturday they beat Beaumont with a score of 17 to 6. [more]
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    Tees rodeo set to buckShare 
    Posted 7 days ago
    Lisa Joy Globe Editor If you are looking to lasso a good time the August long weekend you may want to take in the Tees Rodeo. [more]
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    Lacombe County approves funding for skateparkShare Comments  
    Updated 8 days ago
    Lisa Joy Globe Editor Plans for a multi-purpose park—what the skatepark committee calls the best in Alberta that will be a showpiece for Lacombe—got a boost Thursday after Lacombe County approved $51,428 in funding. [more]
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    Council pecks at chicken issueShare Comments 
    Updated 8 days ago
    Lisa Joy Globe Editor Chickens won't be roosting in Lacombe's yards anytime soon after council voted against a couple's request to raise hens. [more]
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    Roles of teachers have now changedShare Comments 
    Posted 9 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff As society faces challenges and changes of technology and fast-paced lifestyles, a closer look inside schools and education systems today reveal more children are developing psychological problems. [more]
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    Mirror School up for saleShare 
    Posted 9 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff The Wolf Creek Public School division (WCPS) is now accepting bids on the Mirror School property. Requests will be open until Aug. 23 said Joe Henderson, WCPS secretary treasurer. [more]
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    School supplies neededShare 
    Posted 9 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff New school supplies can change an entire school year for students and through the Tools for School program, students have an equal chance to start their year off right. [more]
    ■ News / Local
    Vintage movie posters sold at Texas auctionShare Comments 
    Posted 10 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff A Lacombe resident scored $44,200 off vintage movie posters at a Dallas, Texas auction last weekend. Three years ago, Blaire Pitre, 39 made a wealthy discovery in his Lacombe home — 360 vintage movie posters. [more]
    ■ News / Local
    Town’s futureShare 
    Posted 10 days ago
    Lisa Joy Globe Editor Residents want to maintain Lacombe's uniqueness including its Edwardian downtown, Victorian neighbourhoods and lush tree-lined streets, says a planning and design expert. [more]
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    On the road to healthShare Comments  
    Posted 11 days ago
    Lisa Joy Globe Editor Stephen Radu's recovery from an aggressive brain stem cancer is nothing short of miraculous. [more]
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    Residents give input for community's futureShare Comments 
    Posted 12 days ago
    Lisa Joy Globe Editor Residents want to maintain Lacombe's uniqueness including its Edwardian downtown, Victorian neighbourhoods and lush tree-lined streets, says a planning and design expert. [more]
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    Big bike rolls through LacombeShare Comments  
    Updated 14 days ago
    AFSC raised $6,100 to the foundation — the most any Central Alberta team has raised thus far in the campaign. The money goes toward research, education and advocacy of heart health.
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    Trial date set for Tees farmer Share Comments 
    Updated 11 days ago
    Lisa Joy Globe Editor A Tees area farmer pleaded not guilty and elected to be tried by judge and jury for allegedly chasing down and shooting one of three thieves trying to steal an ATV from his farmyard. [more]
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    Tools for School are neededShare Comments 
    Posted 14 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff New school supplies can change an entire school year for students and through the Tools for School program, students have an equal chance to start their year off right. [more]
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    Alberta producers receive cheques for flood reliefShare 
    Posted 14 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff Extensive moisture this summer has affected crop producers across the province and specifically southern Alberta — to much relief, however, the Lacombe area looks to be in pretty good shape. [more]
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    Province approves city statusShare Comments  
    Updated 13 days ago
    Lisa Joy Globe Editor Lacombe has to change its town office sign to City of Lacombe after the province approved its city status Thursday. "I'm excited and pleased it's rather exciting to know you are going to be the newest city in Alberta," Mayor Judy Gordon told the Globe Friday. [more]
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    Stray cat issue is enormousShare 
    Posted 17 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff Though cats appear harmless and independent, animal shelters and wildlife centers are filled to the brim with abandoned cats and are declaring the situation a severe national problem. [more]
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    Recycle used oil importantShare 
    Posted 17 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff On July 17, Lacombe will have the opportunity to understand the importance of recycling used oil, plastic used oil containers and used oil filters. "Contaminated water is an issue everywhere," said Chris Haseltine, Alberta Used Oil Management Association (AUOMA). [more]
    ■ Sports / Local Sports
    Lacombe heads to Vegas for karateShare  
    Posted 17 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff For the first time ever, three of Lacombe karate students will take their skills to the World Championships in Las Vegas this September. [more]
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    Clive rallies to help preschooler Share  
    Posted 17 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Friends and family of a four-year-old vibrant girl diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, are hosting a fundraiser to help her family. [more]
    ■ Sports / Local Sports
    Off to university footballShare  
    Posted 17 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff Long gone are the days a previous Lacombe Raider football player hit the field for high school level competition — three years later, a full scholarship has been signed for the player to join the Montreal Stingers university football league. [more]
    ■ Archives / Editorial
    Comments posted online can land you in legal hot waterShare 
    Posted 17 days ago
    No doubt the Internet has changed our daily lives and it lets people instantly share their thoughts and ideas with large audiences all over the world. Often, people sitting behind their computer screens, feel that they can remain anonymous. [more]
    ■ News / Regional
    Local groups promote regional tourismShare 
    Posted 17 days ago
    By Catherine Ward "A Taste of Country" members continue collaborative marketing efforts to entice visitors to Lacombe County. The group initially formed two years ago under the leadership of Jeanette Jones from Ladybug Organic Gardens and Bed and Breakfast. [more]
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    Input needed for rec plan for Michener ParkShare 
    Posted 18 days ago
    Lisa Joy Globe Editor The town will seek residents' input to its proposed $1 million recreation plan for Michener Park and the North West Recreation Area which could see major improvements over the next three years. [more]
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    Unemployment rates in Alberta still on the riseShare  
    Posted 18 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff While the rest of the county's unemployment rates decrease, Alberta remains the one province with a slightly increasing rate specifically in the Red Deer and Lacombe area says one employment specialist. [more]
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    7-year-old makes a differenceShare Comments  
    Posted 19 days ago
    Lisa Joy Globe Editor Kalista Ziakris is no ordinary seven-year-old. The Grade 2 College Heights Christian School student baked and sold cupcakes as well as her own stuffed animals raising $600 to buy 60 canes for children at the Kabul Blind School in Afghanistan. [more]
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    Truax faces another court appearanceShare 
    Posted 19 days ago
    Lisa Joy Globe Editor A local man charged with drug offences, assault and uttering death threats will make another court appearance July 29 in Red Deer. [more]
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    Lacombe charity changes focus in HaitiShare  
    Posted 19 days ago
    Lisa Joy Globe Editor For the past six month—since the 7.0-magnitude earthquake devastated Haiti Jan. 12—Lacombe-based charity A Better World (ABW) planned to help the country rebuild but with little aid reaching Haitians from organizations, the group was forced to change its focus. [more]
    ■ Sports / Local Sports
    Provincial fastball champsShare  
    Posted 20 days ago
    After three years, Midget Shooters come out on top. Over the weekend in Lethbridge, Lacombe Midget Shooters were undefeated in round robin play. They played Vermillion in the semi final and brought some tough hard hitting bats and came out on top, to see Calgary in the final. [more]
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    Roaming cat problem is ‘enormous’Share 
    Posted 21 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff Though cats appear harmless and independent, animal shelters and wildlife centers are filled to the brim with abandoned cats and are declaring the situation a severe national problem. [more]
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    Blackfalds hosts outdoor movie night for field houseShare 
    Posted 21 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff Come one, come all to a night under the stars with a family flick on July 28 to help raise money for the Blackfalds field house. The first free, outdoor movie night is being held at the All Star Park (4800 Leung Road) in Blackfalds. [more]
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    Dancers qualify for grand championshipsShare  
    Updated 25 days ago
    Lisa Joy Globe Editor One hundred and twenty-two dancers from Dancer's Edge in Blackfalds are heading to Kelowna to compete in the Great Canadian Dance Challenge Grand Championships. [more]
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    Greenhouse gets federal supportShare  
    Updated 25 days ago
    Lisa Joy Globe Editor A local greenhouse will grow 6.3 million–or 200 semi loads–of English cucumbers a year after the federal government announced they will loan the family-run business $2.2 million to build a new five-acre $7.5 million greenhouse. [more]
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    Almost $13,000 is raised for Lacombe familyShare 
    Updated 25 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff Friends of the Lacombe DeGroot family, recently raised around $13,000 for 17-year-old Ryan who just returned home after a nine-week hospital stay leaving him paralyzed. Ryan's mother, Jackie, said her son has had 'episodes' of serious illness since he was two-years old. [more]
    ■ Sports / Local Sports
    Baseball ends: teams head to provincialsShare  
    Updated 25 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff The Lacombe Minor Baseball association held its wrap-up event June 24 and is proud to confess their league is growing larger every year. "Baseball is dying in a lot of communities, but here, it's growing," said Kevin Mueller, three-year president of the league. [more]
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    10th Highriders Cup approachesShare 
    Updated 25 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff Known as "the greatest redneck show on earth," thousands will pour into Tail Creek Way to watch the ultimate off-road racing for the 10th year and pronounce the winner of the Highrider Cup. [more]
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    Creating awarenessShare  
    Updated 25 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff On July 5 and 15, a 30-person bike will be riding in Lacombe to help raise money and awareness for The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, Northwest Territories and Nunavut — but participants are still needed. [more]
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    Playschool in worksShare 
    Updated 25 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff Beginning in September, Bentley School will have a new addition to their education system — two playschool programs. The playschool will be run out of the school and have a designated teacher to help prepare children ages three to five for education. [more]
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    Wolf Creek wants changeShare 
    Updated 25 days ago
    Jasmine Franklin Globe Staff Alberta saw one among many changes in its education system this year, and Larry Jacobs, Wolf Creek Public School superintendant, says he will advocate for a specific issue that needs to be addressed. [more]