Author Archives: Sheldon Spackman
Missing: Xavier Crier-Crane, 16, of Ponoka
Ponoka RCMP are seeking public assistance in locating missing 16-year-old Xavier Crier-Crane. Mounties say Xavier was last seen on Sept. 29, 2023 in Ponoka, noting there is concern for his wellbeing. ...
Nov 2, 2023
House fire in Oriole Park becomes complete write-off; one person sent to hospital
A house Red Deer's Oriole Park neighbourhood is a complete write-off after a fire Wednesday morning, sending one person to hospital. Curtis Schaefer, Assistant Deputy Chief with Red Deer Emergency Ser...
Nov 1, 2023
Sentencing scheduled for central Alberta man charged in double fatal crash near Trochu
Sentencing is scheduled next year for a central Alberta man charged in a fatal crash that killed two people last year. Richard Douglas Bell, 44, of Elnora, AB, is scheduled for sentencing in Drumhelle...
Nov 1, 2023
Health Minister addresses physician shortage in Alberta
EDMONTON, AB - Minister of Health Adriana LaGrange has issued a statement and update on actions being taken to address the shortage of physicians in Alberta. On Wednesday, November 1, 2023, LaGrange s...
Nov 1, 2023
Survey finds nearly one-third of workers in Canada feel tired and overworked
Findings from a new survey by ADP Canada show that over half of employees in the country report having a negative feeling about work. The survey was conducted with Maru Public Opinion. Between Septemb...
Nov 1, 2023
Red Deer's Council Recognition Policy updated; gifts reduced for newly elected
Red Deer city council approved on Monday an updated Council Recognition Policy that will reduce overall costs by removing some gifts they receive when entering their term. The Council Recognition Poli...
Nov 1, 2023
Make the next federal vote a 'carbon tax election,' Poilievre challenges Trudeau
OTTAWA - Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is challenging Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to a "carbon tax election," and is calling on the Liberals to exempt all home heating from carbon pricing unt...
Nov 1, 2023
Renovations to River Bend Golf & Recreation Area rescheduled to 2025
Renovations set for the River Bend Golf & Recreation Area (RBGRA) have been rescheduled for 2025. Rob MacPherson, RBGRA General Manager, made the announcement last week in an email that they would...
Oct 31, 2023
RCMP offer safety tips for Halloween night
Red Deer RCMP are providing some safety tips so that we can all have a truly happy Halloween.For trick-or-treaters:Wear bright costumes or something reflective, this will be more visible to drivers.We...
Oct 31, 2023
Alberta moves to strengthen legislation before proposed opioid class-action lawsuit
EDMONTON - The Alberta government has introduced updated legislation that it says would help make sure anyone who contributed to the opioid addiction crisis is held responsible. Dan Williams, the mini...
Oct 31, 2023