# summer in the city (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover summer in the city. Page: Feed: --- ## [Leduc holds second round of open houses for annexation process](https://www.leducrep.com/news/local-news/leduc-holds-second-round-of-open-houses-for-annexation-process) _2026-08-25 · Dillon Giancola · Leduc Representative_ The City of Leduc held its second round of public engagement for its annexation process earlier this summer, with four more open houses taking place across June 17 and 18. Held at Ebenezer Christian Reformed Church, the open houses focused on sharing the results of the city’s technical studies with residents. Key among the results \[…\] ## [Leduc Seniors Centre launches new cookbook](https://www.leducrep.com/news/local-news/leduc-seniors-centre-launches-new-cookbook) _2026-08-25 · Article submitted · Leduc Representative_ The community gathered at Telford House on August 18 to sample recipes from the Leduc and District Senior Centre’s new cookbook. “The Leduc and District Senior Centre wanted to honour our shared history by bringing some of our favourite recipes together in our new cookbook ‘Recipes to Share’,” the Senior Centre said. “Over the years, \[…\] ## [4th annual Make A Wish tournament raises $150,000](https://www.leducrep.com/news/local-news/4th-annual-make-a-wish-tournament-raises-150000) _2026-08-25 · Dillon Giancola · Leduc Representative_ Leduc’s Lede Park was once again home to the Make A Wish Grand Slam Slo-Pitch Tournament, August 15 and 16. The fourth annual tournament saw 16 teams, and 300 players, raise about $150,000. The funds raised will help grant 15 wishes, making this an important and impactful tournament. About 50 volunteers and staff helped make \[…\] ## [Leduc Track Club wraps season at worlds, bids farewell to club founder](https://www.leducrep.com/news/local-news/leduc-track-club-wraps-season-at-nationals-and-worlds-bids-farewell-to-club-founder) _2026-08-24 · Article submitted · Leduc Representative_ For runner Mary MacLean, competing and placing 17th in the world in 800m at the World Athletics U20 Championships was the perfect way to cap off her distance running career with the Leduc Track and Field Club. MacLean won the Canadian U20 800m Nationals in June in Ottawa, qualifying for Team Canada at Worlds, August \[…\] ## [Salem Manor raising funds for a new bladder scanner](https://www.leducrep.com/news/local-news/salem-manor-raising-funds-for-a-new-bladder-scanner) _2026-08-22 · Article submitted · Leduc Representative_ Salem Manor Society in Leduc is in the midst of a critical fundraising campaign. Aimed at procuring a bladder scanner (a much-needed piece of medical equipment) and updating IV pumps, the goal is $20,000. As of August 7, $10,00 has been reached, with donations continuing to add to that total. Even if the goal is \[…\] ## [Leduc's upcoming community events](https://www.leducrep.com/news/local-news/leducs-upcoming-community-events-45) _2026-08-21 · Dillon Giancola · Leduc Representative_ Leduc is a vibrant community, with many different groups, teams, clubs, and volunteers hosting activities and events each week. Below is a list of reoccurring activities in Leduc, and upcoming, one-time events. Leduc Alcoholics Anonymous: Do you have a problem with alcohol? If so, we can help. We are a group of men and women \[…\] ## [The Leduc Naturalist: Reflection on climate change](https://www.leducrep.com/opinion/the-leduc-naturalist-reflection-on-climate-change) _2026-08-21 · Andy Tait, for the Leduc Rep · Leduc Representative_ Anyone that attended school is aware of some basic heat dynamics. Black absorbs solar radiation and white or silver reflects it. We often apply this scientific knowledge in the selection of clothing and the colours we choose for equipment and buildings. As wise as we have become in rudimentary application, we seldom give thought as \[…\] ## [Leduc in a Flash: Avocet in the wild](https://www.leducrep.com/opinion/columnists/leduc-in-a-flash-avocet-in-the-wild) _2026-08-20 · Dillon Giancola · Leduc Representative_ This week’s ‘Leduc in a flash’ comes from Andre Barclay and captures an avocet on the outskirts of Leduc earlier this summer. Do you have a photo showing off the city? Whether it be a Leduc staple, a slice of nature, or your favourite local spot, send it in for the chance for your photo \[…\] ## [Paddles up on Telford Lake](https://www.leducrep.com/news/local-news/paddles-up-on-telford-lake) _2026-08-19 · Article submitted · Leduc Representative_ The Edmonton Dragon Boat Festival was moved to Telford Lake just two weeks before the festival, with the city and Leduc Boat Club being excellent hosts. ## [Summer in the city brings the fun to Leduc](https://www.leducrep.com/news/local-news/summer-in-the-city-brings-the-fun-to-leduc) _2026-08-18 · Article submitted · Leduc Representative_ On Saturday July 25, many parks in the City of Leduc featured groups and businesses that contribute to the wellbeing of local and regional residents, as part of the Summer in the City event. From Leduc Volunteer org, Project Halo Dogs, Kiwanis Club, the Leduc Regional Housing Foundation, the Leduc Square Dance Club, Santa’s Helpers, \[…\] ## [Privacy-first AI-native browser (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/F4wAjX8Ns2JY) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ No telemetry or ads — built on Ungoogled Chromium with a built-in AI sidebar and CLI. ## [Block 50 Pet Fair returns next month at new location](https://www.leducrep.com/news/local-news/block-50-pet-fair-returns-next-month-at-new-location) _2026-08-18 · Dillon Giancola · Leduc Representative_ Block 50 Leduc’s annual Pet Fair returns on Saturday, September 19, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year’s fair takes place at a new location, the Leduc Heritage Grain Elevator, at 5209 47 St. The focus of the pet fair once again is to raise funds and awareness for local animal shelters. There will \[…\] ## [Annual KidSport equipment sale returns August 22 to Alexandra Arena](https://www.leducrep.com/news/local-news/annual-kidsport-equipment-sale-returns-august-22-to-alexandra-arena) _2026-08-17 · Dillon Giancola · Leduc Representative_ KidSport Leduc and County’s 4th annual Used Equipment Sale returns to the Alexandra Arena on Saturday, August 22. Starting at 10 a.m., equipment donations will be accepted, with the sale taking place 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Families are encouraged to drop off equipment their children have outgrown, and stick around for the sale at \[…\] ## [The Leduc Naturalist: "Explosive" wildfires](https://www.leducrep.com/opinion/the-leduc-naturalist-explosive-wildfires) _2026-08-15 · Andy Tait, for the Leduc Rep · Leduc Representative_ Reading a story from the south of France on the incidental explosion of a WWII ammo cache detonated by fire, I was myself “triggered” by some experiences of my own. A shallowly buried tranche of around 400 artillery shells, unknown to the local population added to the stress and horror of France’s wildfire summer. Unexploded \[…\] ## [Leduc Bowling: Summer league scores](https://www.leducrep.com/sports/local-sports/leduc-bowling-summer-league-scores) _2026-08-14 · Dillon Giancola · Leduc Representative_ Here are the results for the Leduc Lanes spring and summer league, for the months of June and July. June 15, 16 Monday Night Ladies high single: Nicole — 253 Ladies high triple: Bonnie — 559 Mens high single: Troy — 292 Mens high triple: Troy — 710 Tuesday Sunshine Ladies high single: Nicole — \[…\]