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City to keep working on 2026 levy At its Sept. 22 meeting, the Albert Lea City Council approved a preliminary tax levy of $9.8 million or 8% […] 
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Reported threats of violence On Sept. 22, 2025, at approximately 7:30 a.m., the Albert Lea Police Department (ALPD) and Freeborn County Sheriff’s Office received […] 
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Arena projects: Ice this fall in main rink, later in practice rink In disappointing news to the Albert Lea City Council on Sept. 8, the company overseeing upgrades at the City Arena […] 
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New police sergeants take oath of office The Albert Lea Police Department recently promoted three officers, from left in the photo above, Nathan Idstein, Sy Vanthavong and […] 
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‘Flavors without Borders’ to highlight cultures of Albert Lea To celebrate the many cultures of Albert Lea, the Human Rights Commission and Blue Zones invite local residents to “Flavors […] 
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Safety Day a fun and free way to connect with community resources The Albert Lea Recreation Department will host Safety Day, a free family event, from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. […] 
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City stops taking cannabis registrationsWith the local limit of two already filled, the Albert Lea City Council voted Aug. 25 to deny a registration […] 
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Council approves changes to city charter At its Aug. 25 meeting, the Albert Lea City Council approved three changes to the city charter as recommended by […] 
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Sewer repair closes section of Bridge Avenue until sept. 3 Bridge Avenue will be closed from Ruble Avenue to Marshall Street while the Albert Lea Utilities Department repairs a sewer […] 

