http://www.lacombeglobe.com Recent Local News en-us Copyright: (c) 2010 www.lacombeglobe.com, All rights reserved. http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2691008 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.[...] Fri, 30 Jul 2010 04:00:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2691008 129249360000000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2691096 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.[...] Wed, 28 Jul 2010 18:49:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2691096 129248165400000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2690937 The Hidden Treasures Yard tour viewed four yards in town and two in the country on July 28.[...] Wed, 28 Jul 2010 18:39:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2690937 129248159400000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2691005 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.[...] Wed, 28 Jul 2010 17:49:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2691005 129248129400000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2685647 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.[...] Tue, 27 Jul 2010 04:00:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2685647 129246768000000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2685648 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.[...] Tue, 27 Jul 2010 04:00:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2685648 129246768000000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2685649 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.[...] Tue, 27 Jul 2010 04:00:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2685649 129246768000000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2685645 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.[...] Mon, 26 Jul 2010 21:31:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2685645 129246534600000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2685644 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.[...] Mon, 26 Jul 2010 21:29:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2685644 129246533400000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2685642 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.[...] Mon, 26 Jul 2010 21:29:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2685642 129246533400000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2685639 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.[...] Mon, 26 Jul 2010 21:26:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2685639 129246531600000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2685637 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.[...] Mon, 26 Jul 2010 21:21:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2685637 129246528600000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2685730 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.[...] Mon, 26 Jul 2010 04:36:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2685730 129245925600000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2684291 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.[...] Sun, 25 Jul 2010 20:49:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2684291 129245645400000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2684365 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.[...] Sun, 25 Jul 2010 13:54:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2684365 129245396400000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2684251 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.[...] Sat, 24 Jul 2010 19:32:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2684251 129244735200000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2682839 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.[...] Fri, 23 Jul 2010 21:15:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2682839 129243933000000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2680901 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.[...] Wed, 21 Jul 2010 20:33:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2680901 129242179800000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2680642 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.[...] Wed, 21 Jul 2010 18:14:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2680642 129242096400000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2678865 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.[...] Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:24:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2678865 129242066400000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2678863 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.[...] Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:23:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2678863 129242065800000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2678861 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.[...] Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:22:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2678861 129242065200000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2678864 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.[...] Tue, 20 Jul 2010 17:24:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2678864 129241202400000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2678762 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.[...] Tue, 20 Jul 2010 16:11:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2678762 129241158600000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2675106 Lisa Joy Globe Editor Stephen Radu's recovery from an aggressive brain stem cancer is nothing short of miraculous.[...] Mon, 19 Jul 2010 12:25:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2675106 129240159000000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2675110 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.[...] Sun, 18 Jul 2010 13:00:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2675110 129239316000000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2672802 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. [...] Fri, 16 Jul 2010 21:13:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2672802 129237883800000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2672790 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.[...] Fri, 16 Jul 2010 21:00:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2672790 129237876000000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2672784 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.[...] Fri, 16 Jul 2010 20:58:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2672784 129237874800000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2672600 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.[...] Fri, 16 Jul 2010 18:22:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2672600 129237781200000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2672772 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.[...] Fri, 16 Jul 2010 18:13:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2672772 129237775800000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2666699 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.[...] Wed, 14 Jul 2010 04:00:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2666699 129235536000000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2666701 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).[...] Wed, 14 Jul 2010 04:00:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2666701 129235536000000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2666723 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.[...] Wed, 14 Jul 2010 04:00:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2666723 129235536000000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2666782 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.[...] Tue, 13 Jul 2010 20:57:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2666782 129235282200000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2666720 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.[...] Tue, 13 Jul 2010 20:10:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2666720 129235254000000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2666697 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.[...] Tue, 13 Jul 2010 20:02:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2666697 129235249200000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2666694 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.[...] Tue, 13 Jul 2010 20:00:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2666694 129235248000000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2666715 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.[...] Mon, 12 Jul 2010 20:09:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2666715 129234389400000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2666707 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.[...] Mon, 12 Jul 2010 20:04:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2666707 129234386400000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2663832 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.[...] Sun, 11 Jul 2010 23:06:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2663832 129233631600000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2666713 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.[...] Sun, 11 Jul 2010 20:07:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2666713 129233524200000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2663815 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.[...] Sun, 11 Jul 2010 19:57:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2663815 129233518200000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2666728 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.[...] Sat, 10 Jul 2010 20:13:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2666728 129232663800000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2662218 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.[...] Fri, 09 Jul 2010 17:49:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2662218 129231713400000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2662217 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.[...] Fri, 09 Jul 2010 17:47:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2662217 129231712200000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2645167 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.[...] Mon, 05 Jul 2010 22:41:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2645167 129228432600000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2645166 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.[...] Sat, 03 Jul 2010 22:42:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2645166 129226705200000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2642232 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.[...] Thu, 01 Jul 2010 22:44:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2642232 129224978400000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2645169 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.[...] Thu, 01 Jul 2010 20:28:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2645169 129224896800000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2645170 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.[...] Thu, 01 Jul 2010 20:28:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2645170 129224896800000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2645171 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.[...] Thu, 01 Jul 2010 20:28:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2645171 129224896800000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2645175 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.[...] Thu, 01 Jul 2010 19:55:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2645175 129224877000000000 http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2645176 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.[...] Thu, 01 Jul 2010 19:55:00 GMT http://www.lacombeglobe.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2645176 129224877000000000