CommunityLethbridge
Lethbridge police and west-side YMCA host fraud-awareness sessions Oct. 22
The free public sessions aim to teach residents how to spot and avoid scams amid a sharp rise in fraud cases.
Source: Lethbridge News Now
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CommunityMedicine Hat
Medicine Hat's Downtown Patrol Unit wins Alberta Community Justice Award
The unit was honoured Oct. 2 for work preventing crime and building trust in Medicine Hat's downtown core.
Source: CHAT News Today
NewsProvince-wide
This Week in Alberta: Fiscal Relief, Political Visits and a Province Honouring Its Seniors
From a provincial fuel tax pause to federal leaders touring southern Alberta, this week blended economic policy, politics and community milestones across the province.
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NewsRed Deer
Red Deer RCMP logs 324 drone flights since June under first-responder program
Red Deer RCMP says it is the first Canadian detachment to launch a Drone as First Responder program, using rooftop-launched drones to support officers, peace officers and emergency crews.
Source: rdnewsNOW
NewsGrande Prairie
Grande Prairie Police to add biometric monitoring in holding cells before Oct. 21 handover
The Grande Prairie Police Service is finalizing safety upgrades at the 99th Street detachment ahead of taking over policing duties from the RCMP next month.
Source: EverythingGP
NewsGrande Prairie
Grande Prairie relocates communications centre ahead of Oct. 21 police handover
The City of Grande Prairie has moved its Public Safety Communications Centre out of City Hall on 99th Street to prepare for expanded duties under the new Grande Prairie Police Service.
Source: EverythingGP
CommunityRed Deer
Red Deer RCMP urges residents to sign up for RAVE alert system
The mass notification tool will let police send real-time crime and traffic updates directly to residents' phones and email.
Source: rdnewsNOW
NewsMedicine Hat
Two youths charged after stolen vehicle crashes in Medicine Hat
Police used a service dog and a drone to track down two suspects after a stolen vehicle fled officers and struck a parked car in southeast Medicine Hat.
Source: CHAT News Today
CommunityMedicine Hat
Medicine Hat police warn of social media trend targeting schools
Officers say some posts may include AI-generated content meant to spread fear, and some people have reportedly worn costumes to approach or follow students.
Source: CHAT News Today
NewsProvince-wide
This Week in Alberta: Referendum Deadlines Shift as Communities Prepare for Fall
With the Oct. 19 referendum drawing near, election officials moved up mail-in ballot deadlines amid record demand, while communities across the province tackled infrastructure, safety and public health matters.
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