WestJet, mechanics union agree to tentative deal to avoid strike
CALGARY - A potential strike between WestJet and its mechanics union appears to have been avoided. A statement from the Calgary-based airline Sunday night says a tentative deal between it and the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association has been agreed to. If the contract is ratified by both sides, it would mark the fi...
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Former Red Deerian shares recovery journey from drugs and crime, suggests possible solutions
It was his third time in the Bowden federal penitentiary. On the inside, Anton Kokol wasn't even worth a four-dollar daily job anymore; he was an ever-returning old-timer. But volunteering to mop the floors for free was better than 22 hours a day in his cell. He finished cleaning and sat down on the couch. Looking up, ...
May 05, 2024
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Man arrested on Ermineskin after call about serious assault
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Former Red Deerian shares recovery journey from drugs and crime, suggests possible solutions
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Man arrested on Ermineskin after call about serious assault
Maskwacis RCMP are investigating after an alleged serious assault on May 1.Members received an urgent 911 call that day for a serious assault in progress at a home on Ermineskin Cree Nation.As officers arrived at the property, the attacker is said to have fled in an SUV, and police gave chase.The pursuit continued into...
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Rainfall warning issued for Red Deer area
A rainfall warning is in effect for Red Deer and the surrounding area.Officials with Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) say heavy rain is expected tonight and Tuesday. Rain may begin this afternoon and continue through Tuesday night.Widespread rainfall totals of 50 to 70 mm are likely, but locally higher amou...
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Former Red Deerian shares recovery journey from drugs and crime, suggests possible solutions
It was his third time in the Bowden federal penitentiary. On the inside, Anton Kokol wasn't even worth a four-dollar daily job anymore; he was an ever-returning old-timer. But volunteering to mop the floors for free was better than 22 hours a day in his cell. He finished cleaning and sat down on the couch. Looking up, ...
May 05, 2024
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Day 3 of LaGrange v. Red Deer Catholic: The meme had, "nothing to do with the Holocaust"
What was supposed to be the final day of a double Judicial Review into the removal of a former Red Deer Catholic school trustee heard the close of arguments on the first set of sanctions against Monique LaGrange.--Day 2 of LaGrange v. Red Deer Catholic: "This is not about cancel culture," says division counse...
May 03, 2024
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Alberta
RCMP offers safety tips for Emergency Preparedness Week
Albertans are encouraged to be ready for an emergency.May 5 to 11, 2024 marks Emergency Preparedness Week across the country. The theme for this year's initiative is 'Be Prepared. Know Your Risks', with the intent being to encourage citizens to understand the risks in their local area and learn what actions they can ta...
May 05, 2024
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motorists must use extra caution
Provincial Highway Cleanup happening May 4 across Alberta
Motorists using Alberta highways on Saturday, May 4, will want to take extra caution.From 7 a.m. until 5 p.m., volunteers in orange safety vests will be collecting trash along provincial highways for the annual highway cleanup.Drivers are reminded to slow down, obey signs, watch for pedestrians, and use caution when pa...
May 03, 2024
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Provincial Politics
Alberta providing $30 million in new sport and recreation funding
The province is investing in new funding for sport and recreation facilities in Alberta.As part of Budget 2024, the province is directing $30 million through the new Active Communities Initiative to support recreational facilities.Minister of Tourism and Sport Joseph Schow says, "Across Alberta, the local skating ...
May 03, 2024
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Provincial Politics
Alberta set next week to amend bill granting cabinet broad powers over municipalities, premier says
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says changes will come next week to a bill granting cabinet broad power to fire local councillors and overturn bylaws.READ: Premier says Medicine Hat has potential to be a technology hubSmith said the province is working on the language of the proposed Bill 20 to clarify guardrails that d...
May 03, 2024
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Ollie Josephson and Team Canada win gold at U18 Worlds
Red Deer Rebels forward Ollie Josephson is a gold medallist once again.Josephson and Team Canada won gold on Sunday at the IIHF U18 World Championship, taking place in Finland.Canada beat the United States in the final by a score of 6-4.Josephson had three assists in seven games during the tournament.Josephson previous...
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CPKC Women's Open selects Red Deer Regional Health Foundation as 2024 community partner
The Red Deer Regional Health Foundation has been named the 2024 CPKC Women's Open Community Partner.It has the potential to benefit the foundation with up to $250,000 in matching donations.The CPKC Women's Open goes July 23-28 in Calgary."The combined efforts of the Foundation and CPKC, fueled by the generosity of...
May 03, 2024
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Red Deer Minor Hockey loses bid to host 2025 Telus Cup
Red Deer's bid to host the 2025 Telus Cup has come up just short.The tournament is the national championship for the men's U18 AAA level.Red Deer Minor Hockey (RDMH) told rdnewsNOW in March that it was hoping to host.Instead, it will be the Fraser Valley Thunderbirds of the B.C. Elite Hockey League hosting it April 21-...
May 02, 2024
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Canada
Three Indian nationals accused of murdering Hardeep Singh Nijjar facing court in B.C.
SURREY, B.C. - Three Indian nationals accused of murdering Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar are due to face court in Surrey, B.C., today over the killing that triggered a major diplomatic rift with New Delhi. Karanpreet Singh, Kamalpreet Singh and Karan Brar were arrested in Edmonton last week and are scheduled to ap...
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Rights watchdog tells B.C. colleges: protect Gaza protesters at peaceful encampments
VANCOUVER - British Columbia's human rights commissioner is calling on universities and colleges to protect the rights of students and staff taking part in "peaceful encampments," saying she's worried about people who "speak up in solidarity with Gaza" being penalized. Kasari Govender says in a stat...
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Vancouver mulls viewing area for 'amazing' Canucks' fans in Stanley Cup playoffs
Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim says the city is "exploring potential public viewing opportunities" for the Vancouver Canucks' Round 2 playoff series against Edmonton. Up until now, some fans have gathered around Rogers Arena on game days, while others have purchased tickets and brought their white towels to watch t...
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Pro-Palestinian encampment members say little progress made in meeting with McGill
MONTREAL - Pro-Palestinian protesters who have set up an encampment at Montreal's McGill University say they're no closer to taking down their tents after meeting with members of the school administration. Encampment spokespeople held a news conference after the meeting and said the university did not provide a clear t...
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Manitoba Court of Appeal dismisses Peter Nygard's appeal of extradition order
WINNIPEG - The Manitoba Court of Appeal has dismissed Peter Nygard's application for a judicial review of an order to extradite the former fashion mogul to the United States, where he faces sex trafficking and racketeering charges. The panel of three judges says there is no reason to interfere with the 2022 surrender o...
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Yukon gets $45M to prevent Whitehorse-area landslides, more money for flood recovery
WHITEHORSE - The federal government is contributing $45 million to help prevent landslides along the Whitehorse Escarpment with the aim to protect the land under Whitehorse International Airport and its access road to the Yukon's capital. The escarpment has been plagued by landslides in the last several years, promptin...
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World
Boeing calls off its first astronaut launch because of valve issue on rocket
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) - Boeing called off its first astronaut launch because of a valve problem on the rocket Monday night. The two NASA test pilots had just strapped into Boeing's Starliner capsule when the countdown was halted, just two hours before the planned liftoff. A United Launch Alliance engineer, Dillon R...
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An American soldier was arrested in Russia and accused of stealing, US officials say
WASHINGTON (AP) - An American soldier has been arrested in Russia and accused of stealing, according to two U.S. officials. The soldier, who is not being identified, was stationed in South Korea and was in the process of returning home to the United States. Instead, officials said he traveled to Russia. The officials s...
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Lawsuit alleges decades of child sex abuse at Illinois juvenile detention centers statewide
CHICAGO (AP) - Child sexual abuse at Illinois juvenile detention centers was pervasive and systemic for decades, according to disturbing accounts in a lawsuit filed Monday by 95 men and women housed at the youth centers as children. The lawsuit details alleged incidents of abuse from 1996 to 2017, including gang rape, ...
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