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SUPERKIDS TRIATHLON - Kids from all over Central Alberta took part in the Superkids Triathlon at the Abbey Centre in Blackfalds. Todd Colin Vaughan/Lacombe Express

Blackfalds Superkids Triathlon grows in second year

68 kids introduced to the sport of triathlon

SUPERKIDS TRIATHLON - Kids from all over Central Alberta took part in the Superkids Triathlon at the Abbey Centre in Blackfalds. Todd Colin Vaughan/Lacombe Express
TRAFFICKING ARRESTS - ALERT CEO Chad Coles and Red Deer RCMP Superintendent Ken Foster recently held a press conference after a year long drug-trafficking investigation. Todd Colin Vaughan/Red Deer Express

UPDATE/WATCH: Over $250,000 worth of drugs seized in Red Deer investigation

A total of 57 criminal charges have been laid

TRAFFICKING ARRESTS - ALERT CEO Chad Coles and Red Deer RCMP Superintendent Ken Foster recently held a press conference after a year long drug-trafficking investigation. Todd Colin Vaughan/Red Deer Express
COMP GRADUATION - Trinity Wilson, a Lacombe Composite Grad, walked the stage at the ENMAX Centrium on on June 29/2018.                                Todd Colin Vaughan/Lacombe Express

WATCH: 2018 Lacombe Composite grads walk the stage

Class celebrates to the motto ‘Cheers to new beginings’

COMP GRADUATION - Trinity Wilson, a Lacombe Composite Grad, walked the stage at the ENMAX Centrium on on June 29/2018.                                Todd Colin Vaughan/Lacombe Express
STORMWATER - Lacombe Lake residents are concerned with Blackfalds Stormwater Master Plan. Lacombe Express File Photo

Blackfalds stormwater concerns Lacombe Lake residents

Lacombe Lake resident Anita Alexander worried lake could become polluted

STORMWATER - Lacombe Lake residents are concerned with Blackfalds Stormwater Master Plan. Lacombe Express File Photo
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Red Deer hosts the battle of Alberta

Oilers-Flames rookie game coming to Centrium in September

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Riggers fall short in late innings

Confederation Cubs score late to steal win from Red Deer

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CRIME PREVENTION - Parkland Funeral Homes recently donated a $10,000 van to the Crime Prevention Centre in Red Deer. Todd Colin Vaughan/Red Deer Express

Parkland Funeral Home donates van to Crime Prevention Centre

Van will help with day-to-day operations at the Centre

CRIME PREVENTION - Parkland Funeral Homes recently donated a $10,000 van to the Crime Prevention Centre in Red Deer. Todd Colin Vaughan/Red Deer Express
RACIST ATTACK - Zach Running Coyote was the alleged victim of racial taunting on June 22nd. Photo Courtesy: Facebook

Actor victim of alleged racist attack at a Red Deer McDonald’s

Several racist remarks hurled at Zach Running Coyote by unidentified individual

RACIST ATTACK - Zach Running Coyote was the alleged victim of racial taunting on June 22nd. Photo Courtesy: Facebook
HIGHLAND GAMES - The 71st Red Deer Highland Games was at Westerner Park over the weekend. Todd Colin Vaughan/Red Deer Express

Highland Games brings Scotland to Red Deer

71st annual event celebrates Scottish culture and heritage

HIGHLAND GAMES - The 71st Red Deer Highland Games was at Westerner Park over the weekend. Todd Colin Vaughan/Red Deer Express
CELEBRITY BREAKFAST - Mellisa Hollingsworth, Olympic Bronze Medalist in skeleton, was the special guest speaker at the 12th Annual Special Olympics Charity Breakfast. Todd Colin Vaughan/Red Deer Express

WATCH: Mellisa Hollingsworth highlights Special Olympics Celebrity Breakfast

Olympic Bronze Medalist from Central Alberta shared her journey with a packed house

CELEBRITY BREAKFAST - Mellisa Hollingsworth, Olympic Bronze Medalist in skeleton, was the special guest speaker at the 12th Annual Special Olympics Charity Breakfast. Todd Colin Vaughan/Red Deer Express
TEAM EFFORT - Tanner Olstad put the Bucs close to the endzone in the first half. The Bucs’ would go on to win 64-19. Todd Colin Vaughan/Red Deer Express

Central Alberta Buccaneers pillage Vandals 64-19

Bucs’ notch second win of the season convincingly

TEAM EFFORT - Tanner Olstad put the Bucs close to the endzone in the first half. The Bucs’ would go on to win 64-19. Todd Colin Vaughan/Red Deer Express
UNDER CONTROL - Firefighters responded to a fire at the corner of Jenner Crescent and Jack Crescent at around 7 p.m. Wednesday evening. No injuries were reported, and no one was sent to hospital for smoke inhalation.                                Todd Colin Vaughan/Red Deer Express

UPDATE: Johnstone Crossing fire caused by child’s fire-play

Total damage to both homes estimated to be $650,000

UNDER CONTROL - Firefighters responded to a fire at the corner of Jenner Crescent and Jack Crescent at around 7 p.m. Wednesday evening. No injuries were reported, and no one was sent to hospital for smoke inhalation.                                Todd Colin Vaughan/Red Deer Express
7 CITIES - Red Deer Mayor Tara veer addressed a crowd at the 7 Cities conference, which aims to end homelessness in their communities. Todd Colin Vaughan/Red Deer Express

Red Deer Mayor advocates for homeless shelter infrastructure

7 Cities conference brings together leaders to discuss ending homelessness

7 CITIES - Red Deer Mayor Tara veer addressed a crowd at the 7 Cities conference, which aims to end homelessness in their communities. Todd Colin Vaughan/Red Deer Express
COMMUNITY SPIRIT - Blackfalds Days coming this weekend. Todd Colin Vaughan/Lacombe Express

Blackfalds Days runs this weekend

Town is hosting three days of community events

COMMUNITY SPIRIT - Blackfalds Days coming this weekend. Todd Colin Vaughan/Lacombe Express
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RDC offers accommodation for students displaced by Canada Games

Partnership with Olds College provides accommodation and meals

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HOME OPENER - The Central Alberta Buccaneers put the boots to the Airdrie Irish in their home opener, winning 48-7 at Setters Place Field. Todd Colin Vaughan/Lacombe Express

Bucs’ dominate Airdrie Irish 48-7

Central Alberta improves to 1-1 season with crushing victory

HOME OPENER - The Central Alberta Buccaneers put the boots to the Airdrie Irish in their home opener, winning 48-7 at Setters Place Field. Todd Colin Vaughan/Lacombe Express
BIKE SKILLS - Zackary Murray, 8, was practising his skills at the new Blackfalds Bike Skills Park on June 9th, 2018. Todd Colin Vaughan/Lacombe Express

Blackfalds officially unveils Bike Skills Park

New outdoor facility intended for all ages/skill levels

BIKE SKILLS - Zackary Murray, 8, was practising his skills at the new Blackfalds Bike Skills Park on June 9th, 2018. Todd Colin Vaughan/Lacombe Express
RIGGER WIN - Red Deer Rigger Jason Louis hit this basehit early in the game. Red Deer would go on to win the June 5th, 2018 affair 21-12. Todd Colin Vaughan/Red Deer Express

Bats on fire in 21-12 Riggers’ win

Red Deer recovers after Monday night loss to Confederation Cubs

RIGGER WIN - Red Deer Rigger Jason Louis hit this basehit early in the game. Red Deer would go on to win the June 5th, 2018 affair 21-12. Todd Colin Vaughan/Red Deer Express
Trans Mountain nationalization a necessary step

Trans Mountain nationalization a necessary step

The deal is a win for Notley’s government, observers say

Trans Mountain nationalization a necessary step
TRANS MOUNTAIN - Alberta Premier Rachel Notley was in Red Deer on June 4th to discuss the nationalization of the Trans Mountain Pipeline.Todd Colin Vaughan/Red Deer Express

Notley says Trans Mountain is a ‘profit-making project’

Premier speaks at Red Deer Chamber event at Black Knight Inn

TRANS MOUNTAIN - Alberta Premier Rachel Notley was in Red Deer on June 4th to discuss the nationalization of the Trans Mountain Pipeline.Todd Colin Vaughan/Red Deer Express