Author Archives: Sheldon Spackman

Red Deer RCMP investigating serious collision
Charges are pending following a suspected impaired driving crash in Red Deer early Thursday morning.On July 4, 2024, Red Deer RCMP responded to a report of a vehicle collision in the downtown area of ...
Jul 04, 2024

New Friendship Centre executive director talks goals, truth, and Canada Day
The new executive director of the Red Deer Native Friendship Centre (RDNFS) is honoured to be taking on the role.Nadette Agecoutay has served as director of programs at RDNFS for 13 years, and replace...
Jul 04, 2024

Five rodeos, seven days, big results
The July 1 slate of Canadian rodeos were as advertised-a gamechanger. Several competitors backed the Brinks truck up to the pay windows as five Canadian rodeos in seven days-Fort Macleod (Midnight Day...
Jul 04, 2024 Haven Meged. (Photo Credit-Shellie Scott)

Defence to begin case in criminal trial of 'Freedom Convoy' organizer Pat King
OTTAWA - The criminal trial of "Freedom Convoy" organizer Pat King is set to resume today as the defence begins its case. King was a prominent figure in the convoy that gridlocked downtown Ottawa for ...
Jul 04, 2024

Alleged cougar sighting in Red Deer prompts safety tips from officials
A cougar was reportedly spotted in Red Deer's Heritage Ranch area over the long weekend.RCMP say a call came in around 10 p.m. on June 29, with the person claiming they'd seen a cougar near Mitchell P...
Jul 03, 2024

Alberta and N.W.T. partner to expand economic corridors
Alberta and the Northwest Territories have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on economic corridors in an effort to support growth and development in both jurisdictions. Economic corr...
Jul 03, 2024

Minister Vandal announces federal investments to support value-added agriculture projects across Alberta
The Government of Canada has announced an investment it hopes will enable Alberta's small- and medium-sized businesses to capitalize on opportunities that build on the province's recognized strengths ...
Jul 03, 2024 (CNW Group/Prairies Economic Development Canada)

Calgary mayor asks residents to ease into indoor water use after lifting restrictions
CALGARY - Calgary's mayor is urging residents to go slow on returning to regular water use. Jyoti Gondek says while all restrictions are lifted on indoor water use, the city is not going full bore on ...
Jul 03, 2024

Soldier goes great lengths to support Wounded Warriors support dog program
Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) mechanic Sgt. Rob Nederlof will be biking 1,100 kilometres across Alberta and Saskatchewan to raise funds for the Wounded Warriors Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Ser...
Jul 03, 2024

Frist Friday gatherings feature multiple artists
The Red Deer Arts Council will be hosting multiple artists to debut their exhibits on July 5 in galleries across the city.At the Kiwanis Public Art Gallery from 5:30-7:30 p.m., Deb Laninga will presen...
Jul 03, 2024