Author Archives: Sheldon Spackman

'Fraying democracy:' Trump rally shooting highlights polarized political climate
WASHINGTON, D. C. - The image is a stark one: former U.S. president Donald Trump pumping his fist into the air with an American flag in the background as blood trickles down the side of his face follo...
Jul 14, 2024

Biden to address the nation on Trump's shooting as he works to balance politics with calls for unity
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Joe Biden is to address the nation Sunday afternoon after a Situation Room briefing about the apparent assassination attempt on his predecessor, Donald Trump. The announcem...
Jul 14, 2024

Uruguay rallies to beat Canada 4-3 in shootout for third place at Copa America
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) - Luis Surez tied the score two minutes into second-half stoppage time, and Uruguay beat Canada 4-3 on penalty kicks after a 2-2 draw on Saturday night to finish third in the Copa...
Jul 13, 2024

Canadian leaders say democracy must prevail following Trump rally shooting
WASHINGTON, D. C. - Canadian leaders are condemning a shooting at former President Donald Trump's rally in Pennsylvania, saying there's no place for violence in a democracy. Federal Conservative leade...
Jul 13, 2024

Update 9: Alberta wildfire information update
Firefighting and emergency management efforts continue in the Forest Protection Area with no new evacuation alerts or orders, and no new States of Local Emergency have been declared. Rain has fallen o...
Jul 13, 2024

Water safety for people and pets
Whether staying home, camping, enjoying the Red Deer River or other outdoor activities, the City of Red Deer is asking residents to remember to take the proper precautions for chosen activities to ens...
Jul 12, 2024

Road closures during Westerner Days parade
The Westerner Days parade will take place on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. Motorists are advised of multiple road closures and traffic detours, as well as transit disruptions that may impact commutes.Road...
Jul 12, 2024

Central Alberta golfers wrap up competition at Alberta U19 Championship in Olds
It was a hot and windy day at Olds Golf Club for the final round of the Alberta U19 Championship. Officials with Alberta Golf say there was high drama in the girls division with Sydney Bisgrove, Aasth...
Jul 12, 2024

Man sentenced following police tasering incident at local shopping centre
A man charged following a police tasering incident at Bower Place Shopping Centre this spring has been sentenced to 45 days in jail. Jamal Ahmad, 38, of Red Deer, was sentenced in Red Deer Court of Ju...
Jul 11, 2024

Red Deer Regional Airshow officials reiterate show a no-go for 2024 due to expansion project
Red Deer Regional Airshow officials are reminding show-goers that the event is not happening in 2024.Ashley Nelson, interim director of business development and communications with Red Deer Regional A...
Jul 11, 2024