Author Archives: Sheldon Spackman
"Full resumption of operations will take time" after reaching tentative deal: WestJet
WestJet flight disruptions are expected to continue this week, after a deal was reached over the weekend to end a strike by its mechanics. The airline said in a statement Monday morning that "full res...
Jul 2, 2024
Concerts, speeches, fireworks on tap to mark Canada Day in nationwide festivities
OTTAWA - The Maple Leaf is flying on every lamppost, flagpole and patio in downtown Ottawa as the national capital joins other cities in welcoming thousands of revellers for Canada Day. A number of ci...
Jul 1, 2024
'A lot of angry people': Cancelled WestJet flights hit 100,000 travellers amid strike
WestJet cancelled nearly 700 flights as of Sunday, upending plans for close to 100,000 passengers as an unexpected strike by plane mechanics entered its third day on the busiest travel weekend of the ...
Jun 30, 2024
Red Deer BMXer Molly Simpson ready to roar on Olympic stage
Red Deer's Molly Simpson, who's on the precipice of competing in the Olympics, first jumped onto the seat of a BMX bike 11 years ago, when she was 10. On her way to school, the family would always dri...
Jun 30, 2024
Red Deer RCMP provides tips to stay safe this Canada Day weekend
As Canada Day weekend approaches, Red Deer RCMP would like to remind residents to prioritize safety while celebrating. Mounties encourage everyone to enjoy the festivities responsibly and follow these...
Jun 28, 2024
As end looms for Calgary water restrictions, mayor warns daily usage way too high
CALGARY - Calgary's mayor says residents have blown past the daily threshold the city has set to keep water service going amid a conservation crisis. Jyoti Gondek says Calgarians used 500 million litr...
Jun 28, 2024
Winners drawn for 2024 Red Deer Hospital Lottery
Winners have been drawn for the 2024 Red Deer Hospital Lottery, put on by and in benefit of the Red Deer Regional Health Foundation.The winner of the grand prize dream home in Evergreen, worth in exce...
Jun 28, 2024
Biden tries to quell concerns after an unsteady debate showing as he and Trump head to swing states
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Joe Biden strained to quell Democratic anxieties over his unsteady showing in his debate with former President Donald Trump, as each candidate on Friday sought to expand hi...
Jun 28, 2024
Alberta RCMP reminds everyone to enjoy the long weekend responsibly
With the Canada Day long weekend comes celebrations with friends, going camping, and spending time at the lake. As a result, Alberta RCMP would like to remind everyone that drinking is a choice that c...
Jun 28, 2024
Canada Day celebrations will light up the skies in central Alberta
This year on July 1, Canada turns 157 years old and many communities in central Alberta are celebrating in their own way. Red Deer will be holding a celebration at Bower Ponds in Great Chief Park from...
Jun 28, 2024