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Transplants and blood donations helped Erica bounce back from a devastating diagnosis

  • Jan 9, 2023

 

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Maintain a safe following distance (The 3 second rule)

No one likes to be tailgated, yet millions of people do it…

  • Jan 3, 2023

 

Through its Heart and Soul of the Community initiative, Black Press Media showcases the vital work of non-profit organizations here at home and throughout Western Canada.

Black Press Media gives back to the Heart and Soul of the Community

Year-long program supports vital non-profits hard at work in your neighbourhood

 

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Volunteers are getting excited to host this year’s Lacombe Community Christmas Dinner

Making sure everyone has an inviting place to enjoy Christmas dinner with…

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Tamara Noordhof is the co-founder of the Lacombe-based Broom Tree Foundation. Photo submitted

Lacombe’s Broom Tree Foundation continues to expand its reach across the region

Foundation helps women build better, safer, and stronger lives

Tamara Noordhof is the co-founder of the Lacombe-based Broom Tree Foundation. Photo submitted
Pictured here are Kate Huseby, Gunnar Muncaster and Shelby Muncaster from the Chamberlain’s Children, rehearsing a scene from the upcoming performance of The Merry Wives of Windsor. Photo submitted

Lacombe’s Chamberlain’s Children set to stage The Merry Wives of Windsor

Local youth theatre group puts fresh twists on Shakespearean classics

Pictured here are Kate Huseby, Gunnar Muncaster and Shelby Muncaster from the Chamberlain’s Children, rehearsing a scene from the upcoming performance of The Merry Wives of Windsor. Photo submitted
Stepping Stones was selected for the donation from the Lacombe-based Give Share Care Lacombe organization in November of 2018. Photo submitted

‘Give Share Care’ group members excited about the power of giving

A local group comes together several times each year in Lacombe to…

Stepping Stones was selected for the donation from the Lacombe-based Give Share Care Lacombe organization in November of 2018. Photo submitted
Pictured here is a recent gathering of the Lacombe Art Guild. Marlene Pavely did a demonstration of a flowing sunflower. Photo submitted

Local artists can flex their creative muscles via the Lacombe Art Guild

Local artists can further flex their creative muscles by exploring all the…

Pictured here is a recent gathering of the Lacombe Art Guild. Marlene Pavely did a demonstration of a flowing sunflower. Photo submitted
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Wolf Creek PCN expands programming geared to health improvement

With the start of the fall season comes the launch of a…

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BGC of Wolf Creek Lacombe held a grand opening on Sept. 22 at Ecole Lacombe Upper Elementary School. From left are Grant Jorgenson, (chair of BGC Wolf Creek), Program Assistant Josie Pimm and Beth Reitz, executive director of the Ponoka Youth Centre, which is the legal name of an umbrella organization that includes the BGC of Wolf Creek. Mark Weber/Lacombe Express

BGC of Wolf Creek Lacombe held a grand opening on Sept. 22

‘The welcome and the interest in the program has been incredible already.’

BGC of Wolf Creek Lacombe held a grand opening on Sept. 22 at Ecole Lacombe Upper Elementary School. From left are Grant Jorgenson, (chair of BGC Wolf Creek), Program Assistant Josie Pimm and Beth Reitz, executive director of the Ponoka Youth Centre, which is the legal name of an umbrella organization that includes the BGC of Wolf Creek. Mark Weber/Lacombe Express
Pictured here is Brianna Berthiaume, executive director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lacombe and District, who is taking a break from decorating Smile Cookies at the Lacombe Tim Hortons. Mark Weber/Lacombe Express

Big Brothers Big Sisters nearing end of ‘40 Mentors in 40 Days’ campaign

It’s been a hectic month for staff of Big Brothers Big Sisters…

Pictured here is Brianna Berthiaume, executive director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lacombe and District, who is taking a break from decorating Smile Cookies at the Lacombe Tim Hortons. Mark Weber/Lacombe Express
Jeffrey Hanger, executive director of the Lacombe & District Chamber of Commerce. photo submitted

Plans continue to take shape for the Chamber’s Business and Community Awards Gala

Highlights include the Citizen of the Year and the Lifetime Achievement Award

Jeffrey Hanger, executive director of the Lacombe & District Chamber of Commerce. photo submitted
An open house for BGC Wolf Creek Lacombe was held Sept. 1 at Ecole Lacombe Upper Elementary School. Pictured here are Program Coordinator Melissa Tschirren and Program Assistant Josie Pimm. Mark Weber/Lacombe Express

BGC of Wolf Creek Lacombe held an open house on Sept. 1

A grand opening is set for Sept. 22 at Ecole Lacombe Upper Elementary School

An open house for BGC Wolf Creek Lacombe was held Sept. 1 at Ecole Lacombe Upper Elementary School. Pictured here are Program Coordinator Melissa Tschirren and Program Assistant Josie Pimm. Mark Weber/Lacombe Express
The team at Envision donated $2,500 to help the Tools for Schools program.

Tools for School program lands generous support

Envision Manufacturing and Supply donates $2,500

The team at Envision donated $2,500 to help the Tools for Schools program.
September marks the ‘40 Mentors in 40 Days’ campaign for Lacombe and District Big Brothers Big Sisters. Mark Weber/Lacombe Express

Big Brothers Big Sisters is gearing up for ‘40 Mentors in 40 Days’

Businesses can also join the ‘Turn the Town Teal’ campaign to build awareness

September marks the ‘40 Mentors in 40 Days’ campaign for Lacombe and District Big Brothers Big Sisters. Mark Weber/Lacombe Express
It’s important to be open and honest with new college students about the dangers of drugs and alcohol.

Talking to college students about drugs

By Nickolaus Hayes College students in Alberta are well on their journey…

  • Aug 11, 2022
It’s important to be open and honest with new college students about the dangers of drugs and alcohol.
Lacombe Museum offers a Mural Tour of the city's many downtown murals. (Photo courtesy of Lacombe & District Historical Society)

Explore Lacombe via the Historic Downtown Walking Tours

Fascinating treks through town run Friday and Saturday evenings

Lacombe Museum offers a Mural Tour of the city's many downtown murals. (Photo courtesy of Lacombe & District Historical Society)
There was a variety of vehicles on display at the Show and Shine set up as part of Lacombe Days. (Krista Comeau for the Lacombe Express)

PHOTOS: Lacombe Days

Lacombe Days was held from July 15 to 17.

There was a variety of vehicles on display at the Show and Shine set up as part of Lacombe Days. (Krista Comeau for the Lacombe Express)
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Stettler Steel Wheel Stampede returning for 13th edition in June

Rodeo action is just days away from returning to the Town of…

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Lacombe Chambers of Commerce will recieve a federal grant to help small businesses develop into a online marketplace.

The Lacombe & District Chamber of Commerce (LDCC) will receive $46,250 of federal shop local funding

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