Lacombe

The Ponoka Arena Complex is turning back the clock with an Ice Disco on Saturday, Sept. 13.

Skaters are encouraged to dress in disco-era outfits and enjoy an evening of lights and music on the ice at 4410 54 Street.

The event is open to all ages, though children under eight must be directly supervised by someone 16 or older.

Admission is $2 at the door, or free with a Ponoka Arena Complex or Recreation Pass.

** With information from the Town of Ponoka Facebook.

Motorists in Red Deer County are being advised of a road closure this weekend as CP Rail carries out track crossing repairs.

The closure will be in place from 1 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 13 until 10 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 14.

The affected area includes Springbrook in Red Deer County.

Residents and drivers are asked to use alternate routes or posted detours. Those not in the area are encouraged to avoid it altogether and follow the direction of local authorities.

Tariffs and trade were among the key topics of discussion for the country's agriculture ministers during their annual conference this week in Manitoba.

Federal, provincial, and territorial ministers reaffirming their commitment for a resilient, sustainable, and competitive agriculture and agri-food sector.

Pierre Poilievre is encouraging Prime Minister Mark Carney to adopt Conservative plans to deal with the country's housing crisis, which he said is entering a new phase as prices begin to fall in some cities.

At a press conference Tuesday in Brampton, Ont., the Conservative leader blamed Liberal policies for the housing crunch and invited the government to "steal our best ideas."

"They first inflated the housing bubble, and now Liberals are bursting the housing bubble," he said, noting that construction is slowing in Ontario.

Fiscal experts say Ottawa will have to be transparent with Canadians in the upcoming fall budget to justify a seismic shift in spending away from government programs and toward defence and infrastructure.

The federal Liberals are expected to table the annual budget sometime this fall, possibly as early as next month, after forgoing the traditional spring budget.

Farmers have had some decent harvest weather as they work on the harvest, with a few occasional showers moving through.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is expected to reiterate her policy demands face-to-face with Prime Minister Mark Carney Wednesday while he's in Edmonton to meet with his Liberal caucus.

Smith, on her weekend call-in radio show, says she's looking for "real movement" on nine federal policies she says have "pummeled" Alberta's economy and wellspring oil and gas industry.

Her wish list includes scrapping the greenhouse gas emissions cap and re-writing Bill C-69, long labelled the "no more pipelines act" by her government.

Seniors in Lacombe will have a chance to connect, learn and have fun at the third annual seniors’ expo on Sept. 26.

The one-day event, open to those 55 and older, runs from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Lacombe Memorial Centre. Tickets are $25.

The day will begin with breakfast, light exercise and a morning message, followed by information booths and workshops.

Participants can choose from two of five sessions, including downsizing, balance and mobility, virtual golf, cornhole and mocktails, or mindfulness strategies.

A historic home in Lacombe has been officially recognized with a Municipal Historic Resource designation.

The Lacombe Heritage Resources Committee says the property at 5718 50th Avenue recently received the designation from the City of Lacombe.

A celebration will be held at the home Wednesday at 4 p.m., with light refreshments served.

To learn more about the designation, visit the city website.

** With information from the Lacombe Heritage Facebook.

The Town of Olds is moving forward with the demolition of a vacant and deteriorating building located at 5033 51 Street, under the authority of the Municipal Government Act and a court order issued in early 2025.  

This property has been vacant for an extended period and shows visible signs of structural decline, creating both safety concerns and a negative impact on the Uptowne Olds area. This includes a collapsed roof, punctured walls, the presence of asbestos, and extensive animal waste.