Lacombe

The Alberta Utilities Commission expects to receive an application from ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd. to renew its franchise agreement with the Town of Rocky Mountain House, following the submission deadline indicated below.

The franchise agreement will, subject to further renewal, continue to allow ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd. the exclusive right to deliver natural gas to the residents of Town of Rocky Mountain House for approximately 10 years from the effective date of the franchise agreement.  

Update: 

The Red Deer RCMP advised that the missing 15-year-old has been located safe.

Original story:

The Red Deer RCMP were seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing 15-year-old.

The teen was last seen on Feb. 9, in Red Deer, and there was concern for their well-being.

A number of students who participated in career pathway learning opportunities during their time in Chinook’s Edge, are now pursuing further post-secondary training in the skilled trades.

Because of strong Career and Technology Studies (CTS) and dual credit programming, these students have already completed a significant portion of training required for employment.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is travelling back to Washington, D.C., this week, along with her provincial counterparts, to lobby U.S. lawmakers and industry players amid continued tariff threats.

Smith confirmed the trip in a Monday news release, saying she will embrace a "Team Canada approach" to convince Americans the levies would harm workers and businesses on both sides of the border. She also plans to continue highlighting the "significant" role Alberta energy exports play in helping the U.S.

The Red Deer Rebels debuted jerseys designed by the winner of the CHL Jersey Design Contest, presented by Real Canadian Superstore, during last Friday’s game against the Moose Jaw Warriors.  

The jerseys were available for purchase through a silent auction during the game, raising over $13,000.  

Proceeds from the auction will be donated to the President’s Choice Children’s Charity in the fight against childhood hunger.     

Update:

The scene has now been cleared.

Original Story:

Emergency crews were on the scene of a collision on Highway 11 westbound at Range Road 15/60 Street in Sylvan Lake.

The incident occurred around 8:27 a.m.

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Update:

The scene was cleared at 10:07 a.m.

Original Story:

Emergency crews were on the scene of a reported jackknifed semi under the overpass on Highway 53 near the junction with Highway 2 in the Ponoka area.

Both eastbound and westbound traffic was impacted.

511 Alberta says the incident occurred just after 7:30 a.m.

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Update:

The scene was cleared at 10:54 a.m.

Original Story:

Traffic was backed up on the QEII southbound at Highway 11 near Red Deer due to several vehicle collisions.

Reports on social media were indicating multiple collisions near the Red Deer River bridge, with several semis involved.

Emergency crews were on the scene.

Roads are said to be icy in the area.

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Lacombe County conducted an energy audit of its Administration Building and completed retrofits at its Public Works Shop.   

These initiatives, supported by the Government of Alberta and the Municipal Climate Change Action Centre (MCCAC) through the Community Energy Conservation Program, align with the County's commitment to sustainability and operational excellence.   

Residents in Central Alberta will have the opportunity to swim for free this Family Day Weekend (Feb. 15 to 17) thanks to FortisAlberta.

In a news release, FortisAlberta says the initiative is part of "our ongoing commitment to connect with our customers and give back to the communities we serve."