Lacombe

The Ponoka Hospital & Care Centre Auxiliary is celebrating 75 years of service, continuing its important work in providing patient comfort and care in the community.

“We just had our general meeting first,” said Joyce MacKenzie, president of the Auxiliary. “Then we had cake, which was supplied by the hospital, and the mayor came and gave a presentation. We had a counselor from the county office come and give us good wishes, and of course, our hospital CEO was there.”

Several hockey players from Central Alberta have earned spots at the 2025 Prospects Cup, a provincial showcase for top 2012-born male athletes. The tournament runs May 8–11 at the Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre in Red Deer.

Athletes selected for the Prospects Cup were identified through regional camps held earlier this month in Calgary, Edmonton, Olds, and Vegreville. Over 160 players will compete on eight regional teams—each with two goaltenders, six defencemen, and 12 forwards—in a modified round-robin format.

Red Deer RCMP were asking for help locating a missing 13-year-old.

Police say the teenager was last seen on Apr. 16.

There was concern for her well-being, and she has been safely located. 

Alberta RCMP needs your help in tracking down Nicholas Travis Morin, who is wanted for various crimes.

Morin was featured in this week's Wanted Wednesday profile.

He was last seen in Maskwacis and is also known to frequent Wetaskiwin.

If you see Morin, do not approach.

Report any information to police or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

At the April 22nd Regular Council meeting, Red Deer City Council made the following decisions:

REPORTS:  
 
Ad Hoc Economic Development Committee:  

The Lacombe and District Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) is again hosting a "Super Clinic" for the communities of Lacombe and Clive.

Open to everyone, the Spring clinics offer services to help people in the community by bringing the government and other organizations to them.

The Town of Rocky Mountain House is seeking feedback from residents on the future of policing in the community. In partnership with Western Management Consultants (WMC), the town is conducting a comprehensive review of its current policing model and exploring alternatives to ensure public safety.

As spring arrives in Olds, the Town has announced the return of two popular clean-up programs designed to help residents refresh their homes and contribute to a cleaner, more vibrant community. The 2025 Kick It to the Curb event and the Pop-Up Transfer Station provide easy and free opportunities for everyone to get involved.

Construction season is back in Red Deer.

This week, motorists should be prepared for the following traffic impacts:

The Lacombe Generals 50/50 draws have made a significant impact, raising a total of $14,273.50 for KidSport Lacombe County. This generous sum will help local children get the opportunity to participate in sports by covering the costs of their registration fees.