Author Archives: Sheldon Spackman
Run/Hike for Red Deer Hospice Society returns
The Red Deer Hospice Society's annual Run/Hike fundraiser is returning for its 17th year, and participants can look forward to a hearty hamburger lunch from Mr. Mike's Steakhouse Casual when they cros...
Jun 06, 2024
Central Alberta firefighters taking part in Wellspring Stairclimb Challenge for cancer support
Firefighters from around central Alberta are taking part in the 10th annual Wellspring Stairclimb Challenge, which raises funds and awareness for free cancer support.The event takes place in Calgary a...
Jun 06, 2024
'Loves the game': McDavid, Oilers ready for Stanley Cup final after long journey
Sherry Bassin headed into the frigid arena alongside his dog, Newman, with one purpose. The chatter around Connor McDavid - a prodigy making waves across the Greater Toronto Area - was already buildin...
Jun 06, 2024
D-Day marked in Red Deer as observance reaches 80 years
The 80th anniversary of the start of what is perhaps WWII's most well-known battle is this Thursday.D-Day, June 6, 1944, was the day that thousands of Canadian soldiers landed at Juno Beach in Normand...
Jun 06, 2024
Trial to begin for men charged with conspiracy to commit murder at Coutts blockade
LETHBRIDGE, Alta. - A jury is to start hearing evidence today in the trial of two men charged with conspiracy to commit murder during the border protest at Coutts, Alta. Anthony Olienick and Chris Car...
Jun 06, 2024
UPDATE: Five tornadoes now confirmed in central Alberta on June 3
UPDATE (June 7) - Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is now confirming that five -- not two as stated on June 5 -- tornadoes touched down in central Alberta on June 3. The updated conclusion...
Jun 05, 2024
McDavid says veteran Oilers built to handle 'aggressive' Panthers
EDMONTON - The Edmonton Oilers know what to expect from the Florida Panthers. Lots of hits. Scrums after the whistle. A mix of skill and willpower. But the Oilers say they're not intimidated by the ph...
Jun 05, 2024
Trial to begin Thursday in murder-conspiracy case tied to Coutts border blockade
LETHBRIDGE, Alta. - The trial for two men charged with conspiracy to commit murder during the border protest at Coutts, Alta., is set to begin Thursday. Anthony Olienick and Chris Carbert were arreste...
Jun 05, 2024
Sentencing set for man charged in Red Deer road rage incident
A sentencing date has now been set for a man charged in a Red Deer road rage incident that resulted in a partial leg amputation for the victim. Andrew Charles Hunter, 37, is scheduled for sentencing i...
Jun 05, 2024
Bank of Canada cuts key interest rate for first time in more than four years
The Bank of Canada cut its key interest rate for the first time in more than four years today, marking a major turning point in its fight against inflation. The central bank's key interest rate now st...
Jun 05, 2024