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Look for Blue Zones at Wind Down Wednesday

August 06, 2025

Look for the Blue Zones Albert Lea Project at Wind Down Wednesday on Aug. 13, from noon – 8 p.m., in the historic downtown. Blue Zones is partnering with other groups to talk about all modes of transportation, including walking and biking, along with local health concerns. Partners include the...

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Step into a police officer’s shoes: ALPD Citizens Academy

August 06, 2025

The Albert Lea Police Department invites residents to participate in its upcoming Citizens Academy program, offering an inside look into the daily operations of local law enforcement. Participants meet once a week, learning in-depth information on the department’s policies and procedures. Classes will be held on Monday evenings Sept. 8...

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Vehicle pursuit

July 31, 2025

On July 30, 2025, at approximately 3:40 p.m., an Albert Lea Police Department (ALPD) officer was dispatched to a residence to take a report of a 2015 Honda Civic stolen earlier in the morning from the home. Prior to that officer arriving to take the report, an off-duty Freeborn County...

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City seeking proposals for Senior Center

July 30, 2025

The City of Albert Lea is conducting a holistic evaluation of its Senior Center, including its location at Skyline Plaza, 1739 W. Main St., Albert Lea, MN. The city convened a team of several community partners to conduct the evaluation, following a process set by the National Council On Aging/National...

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