Author Archives: Sheldon Spackman
Wildfire smoke prompts special air quality statement for Red Deer
As a heat warning continues, wildfire smoke has prompted Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) to issue a Special Air Quality Statement for the Red Deer area and others around the province.The ...
Jul 21, 2024
One of three charged in local auto theft ring, ordered to stand trial
One of three people facing criminal charges in relation to a series of alleged auto thefts has been ordered to stand trial. William Raymond Blackwood, 47, of Lac Ste. Anne County, AB, was ordered to s...
Jul 19, 2024
St. Albert RCMP searching for stabbing suspect
St. Albert RCMP are seeking public assistance in locating a wanted male. Mounties say 28-year-old Kaj Alexander Randall is wanted in relation to the stabling of two female youth in St. Albert, one of ...
Jul 19, 2024 (St. Albert RCMP)
Proposed class-action lawsuit filed over Calgary water main break
CALGARY - A proposed class-action lawsuit has been filed against the City of Calgary over a major water main break claiming businesses lost significant revenue. In a statement of claim filed Wednesday...
Jul 19, 2024
'Use of force justified' in Red Deer officer-involved shooting, says ASIRT
An investigation by the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) has determined there are no reasonable grounds to believe an offence was committed when a Red Deer RCMP officer fired their gun a...
Jul 19, 2024
Parks Day encourages Albertans to get out and explore
As the annual Parks Day approaches, this year on July 20, Albertans are encouraged to get outside and enjoy the hundreds of provincial parks and recreation areas the province has to offer.Government o...
Jul 19, 2024
City council to decide on future of electricity management in Red Deer
On Monday, July 22, 2024, city council will consider next steps for the future operation of the City of Red Deer's electric utility. The ask of city council on Monday is to seek direction on creating ...
Jul 19, 2024
Local golfers wrap up competition at 2024 Alberta Men's Mid-Amateur Championship
Robert Mcwilliam of the Red Deer Golf & Country Club finished 27th overall at the 2024 Alberta Men's Mid-Amateur Championship this week. The event was held at the Barrhead Golf Club from July 16-1...
Jul 19, 2024
Canadian flights, hospitals, border disrupted during global technology outage
TORONTO - A global technology outage had grounded flights, disrupted hospitals and backed up border crossings in Canada on Friday, as reported issues persisted hours after the issues with Microsoft se...
Jul 19, 2024
Fire Restriction in effect for Lacombe County
Effective July 18, 2024, a Fire Restriction is in effect for all of Lacombe County due to the prolonged period of hot weather. At this time, Lacombe County has cancelled current fire permits and has s...
Jul 18, 2024