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High streamflow advisory now in effect for Battle River Basin
A high streamflow advisory has been put in effect for the Battle River Basin.The advisory was issued by the Government of Alberta, Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas, which indicates the water levels have risen as a result of recent rain.The Town of Ponoka is advising the public to be cautious around the river...
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Heavy rain throughout AB
Red Deer records 42 millimetres of rain over weekend
After two days of consistent rain, Red Deer reportedly received over 40 millimetres over the weekend.According to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), Red Deer had 42 mm of rain on Saturday and Sunday.The weather summary by ECCC also reports that Lacombe had 47 mm, Rocky Mountain House received 22 mm, and Camr...
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High streamflow advisory now in effect for Battle River Basin
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Summer Travel Season
Think Kelowna is just wine tours? The locals would like a word
In May
Calgary resident charged in fatal collision in Lacombe County
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Heavy rain throughout AB
Red Deer records 42 millimetres of rain over weekend
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Red Deer and Area
No flooding expected
High streamflow advisory now in effect for Battle River Basin
A high streamflow advisory has been put in effect for the Battle River Basin.The advisory was issued by the Government of Alberta, Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas, which indicates the water levels have risen as a result of recent rain.The Town of Ponoka is advising the public to be cautious around the river...
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In May
Calgary resident charged in fatal collision in Lacombe County
A Calgary resident has been charged following a fatal collision in Lacombe County in May.Zainul Puzhakkal, 49, has been charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing death and operating a motor vehicle while impaired with a blood alcohol level at or over 80 mg%, causing death."Once again, this is a t...
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Heavy rain throughout AB
Red Deer records 42 millimetres of rain over weekend
After two days of consistent rain, Red Deer reportedly received over 40 millimetres over the weekend.According to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), Red Deer had 42 mm of rain on Saturday and Sunday.The weather summary by ECCC also reports that Lacombe had 47 mm, Rocky Mountain House received 22 mm, and Camr...
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In support of Red Deer teen
Stand Together Against Bullying gathering set for Wednesday
A peaceful gathering called "Stand Together Against Bullying" is set to go ahead next week in Red Deer.The event, which is set for Wednesday, June 24, at 6:30 p.m. at the amphitheatre in Bower Ponds, is for Red Deerians to show their support for 14-year-old Rylin Brinston and family.Brinston was the victim of...
Jun 19, 2026
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Alberta
'Reconciliation built over time'
Province's Indigenous minister issues statement on National Indigenous Peoples Day
Alberta's Minister of Indigenous Relations, Rajan Sawhney, recognized National Indigenous Peoples Day with a prepared statement Sunday morning."Today marks National Indigenous Peoples Day, an opportunity to celebrate the rich cultures, histories and leadership of First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples,"...
Jun 21, 2026
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AUPE terms it 'cold, cynical, and greedy'
Alberta goverment weakening the public health care system: provincial employees union
In a strong statement Saturday morning, Alberta's Union of Provincial Employees said, it believes, the UCP government is choosing to weaken the public system to fuel 'for profit' operators."Every health worker in a private facility, or every health worker doing for-profit work in a public hospital, is one less wor...
Jun 20, 2026
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across alberta
Discounted rates to visit Alberta museums and sites this summer
Alberta's participation in the Canada Strong Pass will allow Albertans to visit a great number of museums and sites in the province this summer at a discounted rate.General admission to these sites will be free for children 17 and under, and half-price for those aged 18-24. There is no limit on visits."We're pleas...
Jun 19, 2026
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Provincial Politics
Alberta separatists launch campaign, says province has resources to go it alone
About 35 people rallied today at a Calgary hotel ballroom to formally launch a campaign to convince Albertans in an upcoming referendum that its time to quit Canada. The campaign is called ``Let Alberta Decide.'' Organizers promise it will be a serious, fact-based initiative to persuade people that Alberta has the work...
Jun 19, 2026
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Local Sports
Spots filling fast
Registration now open for second annual Foundation for Red Deer Public Schools Golf Tournament
Red Deer Public Schools say spots are filling fast for the second annual Foundation for Red Deer Public Schools Golf Tournament.Registration is now open for the tournament, which is set for Friday, August 14, at Alberta Springs Golf Resort.Check-in will begin at 11:30 a.m. with a barbecue lunch to follow at noon. The t...
Jun 19, 2026
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Spring awards
Red Deer Games Foundation announces recipients of Athlete Development Grant
The Red Deer Games Foundation has announced the recipients of the Athlete Development Grant for the spring awards.It marks the 50th year the foundation has provided grants to developing athletes.The grants are presented to Red Deer and area athletes who have demonstrated a high level of ability and a strong commitment ...
Jun 18, 2026
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Just over a week away
A dream within reach: Lacombe's Daxon Rudolph awaits his NHL Draft moment
With eight days to go until the 2026 NHL Draft, to say Lacombe's Daxon Rudolph is excited would be an understatement.The 18-year-old defenceman is expected to be picked early in the first round of the draft, which takes place in Buffalo, New York, on June 26-27."I've taken some time to relax, get back in the gym, ...
Jun 18, 2026
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Canada
CP NewsAlert: Two police officers, one civilian injured after shots fired
MONTREAL - Montreal police say two officers and one civilian have been injured in a central neighbourhood after police responded to reports of shots fired. Jean-Pierre Brabant, police spokesman, says one of the officers is severely injured. More coming...
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Canada looks to build up to 10 new nuclear reactors, sell more Candu reactors abroad
OTTAWA - Canada is looking to build up to 10 new nuclear reactors over the next 15 years, sell Candu reactors to more countries and double uranium exports, Energy Minister Tim Hodgson said Monday as he released a new national strategy for nuclear power...
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Carney says goodbye to close ally, 'friend' as British PM Starmer says he'll resign
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney is saying goodbye to his British counterpart after the two met repeatedly to discuss a shared vision for western countries. Conceding that he had lost the support of the party membership, British Prime Minister Keir ...
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Supreme Court nominee Joyal cites access to justice, outreach as key contributions
OTTAWA - Supreme Court of Canada nominee Glenn Joyal describes himself as a "candid and constructive spokesperson" for Manitoba's highest trial court and the judiciary. Prime Minister Mark Carney has tapped Joyal, chief justice of the Court of King's B...
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Ottawa reverses order to surrender some 'lost Canadian' citizenship certificates
OTTAWA - Just one week after some "lost Canadians" were told to surrender their new citizenship certificates, a few received letters over the weekend confirming their citizenship claims are valid once again. The department has said it sent letters earl...
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National cannabis organization suspends operations, citing active illegal market
HALIFAX - A national cannabis lobby group representing licenced producers and processors is suspending operations, citing challenges tied to the unregulated cannabis market. The Cannabis Council of Canada says the decision reflects the headwinds facing...
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World
Federal judge halts Trump administration effort to subpoena Walz in immigration enforcement probe
A federal judge has blocked an attempt by the Trump administration to subpoena Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and other state officials, calling it an effort to "harass and retaliate against them." In a ruling unsealed Monday, U.S. District Judg...
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Trump-endorsed de la Espriella holds slim lead in Colombia's election as his rival challenges vote
BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) - Conservative political outsider Abelardo de la Espriella held a razor-thin lead Monday after Colombia's deeply polarized presidential runoff, which is being challenged by the ruling party's progressive candidate. D...
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Supreme Court reinstates murder conviction in case of Etan Patz, missing New York City boy
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Supreme Court on Monday reinstated a murder conviction in the 1979 disappearance of 6-year-old Etan Patz. The justices, by a 6-3 vote, granted an appeal from New York prosecutors who had urged them to undo a federal ...
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