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Chief electoral officer acknowledges Albertans' fear after voter list debacle
Alberta's chief electoral officer, Gordon McClure, says Elections Alberta is well aware of the many Albertans who are displeased with the news that close to three million voters had their private information shared with the Centurion Group.In an update late Friday afternoon, McClure acknowledged that folks are anxious ...
May 01, 2026
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3 p.m., May 1
Lacombe County issues fire advisory
In Lacombe County, a fire advisory takes effect at 3 p.m. on May 1.At this time, Lacombe County will continue to issue fire permits for minor burns (less than 500 cubic feet); however, permits for large-scale burn activities will not be approved until conditions improve. All large-scale burn permits (greater than 500 c...
May 01, 2026
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preparedness doesn't have to be stressful
Emergency Preparedness Week runs May 3-9
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always there when you need them
Podcast: Tickets selling out for 15th annual Lending Cupboard Ladies' Luncheon
rcmp investigating
Crews respond to fire at Amethyst House on Friday
May 01, 2026
Inclusivity and sportsmanship
Lindsay Thurber to host Unified Sports Jamboree on May 6
May 01, 2026

Red Deer and Area

preparedness doesn't have to be stressful
Emergency Preparedness Week runs May 3-9
May 3-9 is Emergency Preparedness Week across Canada, and the City of Red Deer is offering some insight on how you can do your part.Provincially, the theme for 2026 is 'In it together,' while the national theme is 'Be prepared. Know your risks.'Ash Vijayan, the City's emergency management coordinator, says this week sh...
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rcmp investigating
Crews respond to fire at Amethyst House on Friday
An investigation is underway into what caused a fire at an apartment building in downtown Red Deer Friday afternoon. The fire was at Amethyst House, which is operated by Canadian Mental Health Association, and is just south of 43 Street on 50 (Gaetz) Avenue. Acting Deputy Chief with Red Deer Emergency Services, Cole St...
May 01, 2026
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Inclusivity and sportsmanship
Lindsay Thurber to host Unified Sports Jamboree on May 6
Lindsay Thurber Comprehensive High School is set to host its Unified Sports Jamboree next week.On Wednesday, May 6, they'll bring 120 students and partners together to take part in the event, which is about enjoying friendship, inclusion, fostering relationships, and having the opportunity to be a part of something.The...
May 01, 2026
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$39.6 million
Ponoka town council finalizes 2026 budget
Ponoka town council approved the 2026 budget, resulting in a municipal property tax increase of two per cent.The budget was approved at $39.6 million, which includes an operating budget of $24.1 million and a capital budget of $15.5 million."Council and Administration once again delivered a lean and fiscally respo...
May 01, 2026
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What's Trending
preparedness doesn't have to be stressful
Emergency Preparedness Week runs May 3-9
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Left his mark on the game
Podcast: Retirement calls for NLL reffing G.O.A.T. and longtime Red Deerian Todd Labranche
rcmp investigating
Crews respond to fire at Amethyst House on Friday
May 01, 2026
Inclusivity and sportsmanship
Lindsay Thurber to host Unified Sports Jamboree on May 6
May 01, 2026

'pro rodeo belongs here'
Podcast: Pro Rodeo returns to Red Deer May 21-23
$39.6 million
Ponoka town council finalizes 2026 budget
May 01, 2026
8 a.m., May 1
County of Stettler issues fire advisory
May 01, 2026

Alberta

nenshi comments
Chief electoral officer acknowledges Albertans' fear after voter list debacle
Alberta's chief electoral officer, Gordon McClure, says Elections Alberta is well aware of the many Albertans who are displeased with the news that close to three million voters had their private information shared with the Centurion Group.In an update late Friday afternoon, McClure acknowledged that folks are anxious ...
May 01, 2026
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Alberta oil pipeline is 'more likely than not' Carney says
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney says a new oil pipeline out of Alberta is "more likely than not." In his first sit-down interview with The Canadian Press since becoming prime minister more than a year ago, Carney said Friday that given the increase...
May 01, 2026
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Provincial Politics
Alberta premier says law changes to be assessed after probes into voter list breach
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government will look at making changes to the law depending on what comes out of investigations into a data breach involving three million voters. Smith, in a social media post, says protecting the private information of Albertans is critical and that violators should be held acc...
May 01, 2026
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greening up our province
Alberta Highway Cleanup goes May 2 from 7-5, so drive cautious
Alberta RCMP are requesting motorists take caution this May 2 as there will be thousands of volunteers out cleaning grassy areas around provincial highways.More than 12,000 people are expected out for the annual highway cleanup event, with 8,000 of them children representing clubs like 4H, the Junior Forest Wardens, an...
Apr 30, 2026
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Local Sports

Inclusivity and sportsmanship
Lindsay Thurber to host Unified Sports Jamboree on May 6
Lindsay Thurber Comprehensive High School is set to host its Unified Sports Jamboree next week.On Wednesday, May 6, they'll bring 120 students and partners together to take part in the event, which is about enjoying friendship, inclusion, fostering relationships, and having the opportunity to be a part of something.The...
May 01, 2026
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'pro rodeo belongs here'
Podcast: Pro Rodeo returns to Red Deer May 21-23
Listen to the full conversation with Red Deer Pro Rodeo organizers Dianne Finstad and Dave Harvey on the May 1, 2026 episode of The Everything Red Deer Podcast! Interview begins at the 12:33 mark.--Pro rodeo belongs in Red Deer.So say organizers at Westerner Park who have created a new event, Red Deer Pro Rodeo, which ...
May 01, 2026
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Annual meet
Special Olympics Olds & District to host Rubber Ducky Classic Swim Meet on Sunday
Special Olympics Olds & District is hosting their annual Rubber Ducky Classic Swim Meet this weekend.On Sunday, May 3, from 8 a.m. to 5:45 p.m., they'll host the swim meet at the Olds Aquatic Centre.It's described as an open competition that welcomes athletes of all abilities and skill levels. In addition to swimmi...
Apr 30, 2026
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Canada

In the news today: Carney in Armenia, Peter Nygard appeal, 'May the 4th be with you'
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed ... Carney set to meet world leaders at European summit in Armenia Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Armenia today to meet with world leaders during the European Politi...
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Ontario's top court set to hear Nygard's appeal of sex assault conviction, sentence
TORONTO - The Ontario Court of Appeal is set to hear Peter Nygard's appeal of his sexual assault convictions and prison sentence today, with his lawyers arguing the Toronto trial judge made errors including admitting the testimony of an expert on traum...
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Federal audits into accessibility, First Nations funding set to be released
OTTAWA - Two federal watchdogs are set to release a series of audits today, including probes into federal workplace accessibility and funding arrangements for First Nations. Auditor General Karen Hogan will reveal the findings of her investigation into...
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Executive public servants returning to the office on a full-time basis today
OTTAWA - Starting today, executives in the federal public service are expected to work on-site in the office five days a week. The Treasury Board announced the change to remote work rules in February and said all other employees will have to be in the ...
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B.C. bats 'do not know the border' - and Trump funding cuts may put them in peril
Scientists battling a deadly infection that has killed millions of bats in North America say the tiny creatures don't care about borders, as they flit between British Columbia and Washington state. But geopolitical realities now pose a potential threat...
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Alberta separatists set to deliver thousands of signatures on petition for referendum
EDMONTON - A group of Alberta separatists gathering signatures to trigger a referendum on pulling the province out of Confederation is set to hand in its petition sheets today. Mitch Sylvestre, the head of Stay Free Alberta, says it plans to deliver th...
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World

US denies Iran struck a military vessel during new effort to reopen Strait of Hormuz
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) - The U.S. military on Monday denied claims that Iran struck a Navy vessel as U.S. forces now offer to guide commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz, where hundreds have been stuck since the Iran war began. Tehran...
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Shooting at lake near Oklahoma City sends at least 12 people to hospitals
EDMOND, Okla. (AP) - A shooting Sunday night at a party at a lake near Oklahoma City sent least 12 people to hospitals, according to police and hospital officials. Edmond police spokesperson Emily Ward said authorities received reports of...
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Rudy Giuliani hospitalized in critical condition, his spokesman says
NEW YORK (AP) - Former New York City Mayor Rudolph Giuliani is hospitalized in critical but stable condition, his spokesperson said Sunday, days after the Republican hoarsely told his talk show audience that his voice was "a little under the weather." ...
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