Author Archives: Sheldon Spackman
Office of Alberta Premier Smith responds to her comment about chemtrails
EDMONTON - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's office says her recent comment about chemtrails doesn't mean she believes the United States government is spraying them in the province. Spokeswoman Savanna...
Oct 01, 2024
CIBC Run for the Cure goes Oct. 6 at Bower Ponds
The 2024 CIBC Run for the Cure goes this Sunday, Oct. 6 at Bower Ponds in Red Deer.Janet Dixie, local event logistics director, says to sign up for the all-ages run, to volunteer, or simply to make a ...
Oct 01, 2024
Alberta now tied for lowest minimum wage in Canada
Alberta had the highest minimum wage in the country six years ago, but it is now tied for the lowest.That comes as four provinces increase their pay floors as of October 1, 2024.The rate in Ontario is...
Oct 01, 2024
Five workers seriously injured by blast at energy site near Cochrane, RCMP say
An explosion at an energy site northwest of Calgary has injured five workers, and RCMP say the resulting fire could burn for days.Cpl. Gina Slaney said the five were part of a crew that was drilling o...
Oct 01, 2024
City says utilities budget focuses on stability and sustainability
On Tuesday, Red Deer city council will learn more about The City's financial state as they receive an updated financial profile and debate the 2025 Utilities Budget.City officials say the utilities bu...
Sep 30, 2024
Donation of $500,000 in securities to fund new preschool building at Kerry Wood Nature Centre
In an inspiring act of generosity, a donor has made a substantial $500,000 donation of securities to fund a new preschool building at the Kerry Wood Nature Centre in Red Deer.Officials with the Commun...
Sep 29, 2024
Olds College, Agri-Trade announce transition of AgSmart Educational Expo
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology has announced the transition of the AgSmart Educational Expo to the Agri-Trade Equipment Expo group. Officials say this strategic move follows the signing ...
Sep 29, 2024
Cadmus Delorme, former Chief of Cowessess First Nation, visits Chinook's Edge
The former Chief of the Cowessess First Nation in southern Saskatchewan, shared his insights about Truth and Reconciliation with Chinook's Edge leaders and staff on September 18. In a meeting with pri...
Sep 29, 2024 Former Cowessess First Nation Chief, Cadmus Delorme, visits Chinook’s Edge. Indigenous Coordinator Carolynne Muncer presents a dream catcher that was handmade specifically for him. (Chinook's Edge School Division)
Chinook's Edge a grateful recipient of 10 years of shared wisdom from Elder John Sinclair
As Truth and Reconciliation Day, on September 30, approaches Chinook's Edge is reflecting on the journey it has taken to date and where it is going in the future. In that reflection, division leaders ...
Sep 29, 2024 (Chinook's Edge School Division)
Rebels beat Tigers for second time in as many nights
The Red Deer Rebels have some early season momentum, at least against the Medicine Hat Tigers, after winning both games of a home-and-home series with their Central Division rival.Red Deer beat Med Ha...
Sep 28, 2024