Author Archives: Sheldon Spackman
Extreme cold causes water leaks and traffic issues on Ross Street and 43 Street
The City of Red Deer said over the noon hour on Jan. 12 that water leaks are causing issues on 43 Street and on Ross Street. The leaks are occurring, the City says, due to the extreme cold temperature...
Jan 12, 2024
Edmonton hospital sets up space heaters in emergency room as weather disrupts heating
EDMONTON - Freezing temperatures in Edmonton have forced one of the city's hospitals to fire up temporary heaters in its emergency department. Officials say the Royal Alexandra Hospital Emergency Depa...
Jan 12, 2024
Canada doesn't support 'premise' of South Africa's case against Israel at world court
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Canada supports the International Court of Justice but that doesn't mean Canada supports the premise of South Africa's genocide case against Israel. On Thur...
Jan 12, 2024
Toy and item drive happening in memory of teen who died battling cancer
The giving and generous nature of a young Lacombe man who passed away two years ago is living on through an annual toy and item drive for the Stollery Children's Hospital.Ty Hultink, then 15, died in ...
Jan 11, 2024
Quick Quotes: Canadians react to death of former NDP Leader Broadbent
OTTAWA - Politicians, public institutions and unions are sharing condolences and fond memories of Ed Broadbent, the former leader of the New Democrats, who died at the age of 87. Here are some of the ...
Jan 11, 2024
Recreational enhancements a key focus in Penhold for 2023 and 2024
2023 was a year of great outdoor amenity growth in Penhold with the completion of the Community Hub area south of the Penhold Multiplex. According to Town officials, last year's additions to the area ...
Jan 11, 2024 Penhold Fall Festival 2023. (Town of Penhold)
New CO-OP Apprenticeship Program paves the way to certification in skilled trades
A career in skilled trades is a great choice for today's youth, offering healthy wages, flexibility, and job security. That according to CAREERS: The Next Generation Foundation, which says getting cer...
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Province touts another successful highway construction season in 2023
Hundreds of road and bridge projects completed in 2023 will reduce traffic congestion and enhance travel on Alberta's busiest roads, say provincial officials. During the 2023 construction season, Albe...
Jan 11, 2024 (Government of Alberta)
Lacombe's 4th annual Cold Weather Walk rescheduled due to extreme weather conditions
A Better World (ABW) has rescheduled their 4th annual Cold Weather Walk due to extreme weather conditions. Originally scheduled for Sunday, January 14, the two kilometre walk of low difficulty will no...
Jan 11, 2024 (Supplied)
Town of Sylvan Lake launches new website to help local entrepreneurs grow their business
The Town of Sylvan Lake is excited to announce the launch of invest.sylvanlake.ca. Town officials say this new website connects entrepreneurs with help to grow their businesses in the community. You c...
Jan 11, 2024