Author Archives: Sheldon Spackman
Authorities search for conservative activist Charlie Kirk's killer but provide little about motive
OREM, Utah (AP) - An official in Utah said Thursday police are working to identify Charlie Kirk's shooter, who jumped off a roof and fled after firing the fatal shot. A high-powered, bolt-action rifle...
Sep 11, 2025
Extreme weather, U.S. funding cuts add pressure for Canada's weather service: report
A new report looking at the future of Canada's weather service suggests the country needs a co-ordinated flash flood warning system and says European partnerships could be deepened as the United State...
Sep 11, 2025
Carney to unveil major projects list in Edmonton amid push for investment
EDMONTON - Prime Minister Mark Carney will today unveil his government's list of candidates for major projects that could get fast-track approval as he pushes to spur investment and grow the economy. ...
Sep 11, 2025
The Latest: Conservative activist Charlie Kirk is killed in Utah, 'person of interest' in custody
Charlie Kirk, the CEO and co-founder of the conservative youth organization Turning Point USA, was fatally shot Wednesday at an event at a Utah college, officials said. President Donald Trump said Kir...
Sep 10, 2025
Charlie Kirk, who helped build support for Trump among young people, dies after campus shooting
Charlie Kirk, who rose from a teenage conservative campus activist to a top podcaster, culture warrior and ally of President Donald Trump, was shot and killed Wednesday during one of his trademark pub...
Sep 10, 2025
Nomination deadline approaching for 2025 municipal elections
The deadline is approaching to get your papers in to run as a candidate in the Oct. 20 municipal election.In Red Deer, to run for council, mayor, or school trustee, you must get your papers in by noon...
Sep 10, 2025
Flags of Remembrance ceremony goes Saturday on Hwy 11, east of Sylvan Lake
The annual Flags of Remembrance ceremony by Veterans Voices of Canada (VVC) goes this Saturday, Sept. 13, on Hwy 11 east of Sylvan Lake.The ceremony will be near the junction with Range Road 12.It sta...
Sep 10, 2025
Possible Alberta teachers strike to start October 6
The union representing Alberta's 51,000 teachers says they are planning to walk off the job starting Oct. 6.Jason Schilling, head of the Alberta Teachers' Association, says members are losing patience...
Sep 10, 2025
Anand says Canada stands with Poland and Ukraine after Russian drone incursions
OTTAWA - Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand says Canada is standing in solidarity with Poland and Ukraine after Russian drones violated NATO airspace. Poland says multiple Russian drones entered its...
Sep 10, 2025
Red Deer woman found guilty of murdering a Grande Prairie man is due back in court September 19
Alberta Justice says a Red Deer woman found guilty of murder after the 2021 death of a Grande Prairie man is due back in court September 19.Brianna-Ruf-Deitz was found guilty of second degree murder o...
Sep 10, 2025