Author Archives: Sheldon Spackman
Here's how municipal elections and governance in Alberta are changing
The ruling United Conservatives proposed legislation on Thursday changing how elections and city halls will operate from 2025 onwards, pending approval. READ: Alberta proposes councillor removal power...
Apr 25, 2024
Premier Danielle Smith addresses Red Deerians at Christian Mayor's Prayer Breakfast
Premier Danielle Smith and guest speaker Chad Reyes spoke to Red Deerians about roles, identity, and current policies on Thursday at the 18th annual Christian Mayor's Prayer Breakfast. Organized by Su...
Apr 25, 2024
Tourism Red Deer and Alberta Government excited about 2024 tourism season
The spring and summer tourism season is upon us here in Alberta, and there are many folks excited about what it can yield for the region and province.That includes Jesse Smith, CEO at Tourism Red Deer...
Apr 25, 2024
Legendary hockey broadcaster Bob Cole, a welcome voice for a half-century, dead at 90
Bob Cole, a welcome voice for Canadian hockey fans for a half-century, has died at the age of 90. Cole, known for his "Oh baby!" catchphrase, called some of the most iconic games in hockey as part of ...
Apr 25, 2024
Alberta government revealing legislation today to strengthen local elections
The Alberta government will this afternoon reveal legislation they say will strengthen local elections and governance.Municipal affairs minister Ric McIver will introduce the legislation around 3 p.m....
Apr 25, 2024
Caution urged due to dry spring conditions in Red Deer
Red Deer Emergency Services is asking residents to exercise extra caution due to the dry conditions across the region. Officials say Red Deer's current fire danger risk is Very High, as determined by ...
Apr 25, 2024
First cargo ship passes through newly opened channel in Baltimore since bridge collapse
BALTIMORE (AP) - The first cargo ship passed through a newly opened deep-water channel in Baltimore on Thursday after being stuck in the harbor since the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed four weeks ...
Apr 25, 2024
Kopitar's OT winner lifts Kings to 5-4 win over Oilers, even series at 1-1
EDMONTON - Anze Kopitar scored the overtime winner and had a pair of assists as the Los Angeles Kings knocked off the Edmonton Oilers 5-4 to tie their opening-round playoff series 1-1 on Wednesday. Ko...
Apr 24, 2024
Lacombe encouraging residents to treat water as precious resource
Residents of Lacombe are being encouraged by the City and city council to remember this spring and summer that water is a precious resource.The reminder comes as Alberta grapples with the possibility ...
Apr 24, 2024
Central Alberta Buccaneers gearing up for competitive 2024 AFL season
The Central Alberta Buccaneers are getting closer to what should be an exciting 2024 Alberta Football League (AFL) season.The team's six-game regular season schedule begins June 1, with subsequent gam...
Apr 24, 2024