Author Archives: Sheldon Spackman

UPDATE: Red Deer RCMP resolve bomb threat at Central Middle School
Update 2:05 p.m. - Red Deer RCMP are advising the public that the previously unfolding event at Central Middle School in downtown Red Deer has been resolved. Officers say they have identified and loca...
Jun 1, 2023 (rdnewsNOW file photo)

Community Spring Feast to welcome all this Saturday in Red Deer
Sacred ceremony, a 30-foot high tipi, a four-foot wide frying pan for bannock, and a feast like no other you'll find in Red Deer... These are among the things one may experience at this year's 15th an...
May 31, 2023

Provincial officials provide update on Alberta's wildfire situation, as of 5:00 p.m. May 31, 2023
Officials with the provincial government say Albertans who are evacuated or returning home should regularly check in with local authorities for the latest information. Current situation Weather patter...
May 31, 2023

Oilers acquire rights to prospect Jayden Grubbe from Rangers for fifth-round pick
EDMONTON - The Edmonton Oilers traded a fifth-round pick in this year's draft to the New York Rangers for the rights to prospect Jayden Grubbe. Grubbe, 20, has 39 goals and 95 assists in 194 Western H...
May 31, 2023

Weather Network summer forecast: El Nino to bring warm temp west, cooler temp east
A summer forecast warns western wildfires will likely continue to be "a major concern," with higher-than-normal temperatures expected when the second fire season ramps up in July and peaks in August. ...
May 31, 2023

Red Deer's Recreation Centre outdoor pool opens June 1
Red Deerians can soon make a splash at the Recreation Centre Outdoor Pool as it sets to open for the season this Thursday.The City says, weather permitting, the pool should open June 1.The Recreation ...
May 30, 2023

Provincial officials provide update on Alberta's wildfire situation, as of 5:00 p.m. May 30, 2023
Albertans returning home are asked to continually check in with local authorities. Current situation Weather patterns are showing a weak low developing over the Eastern Slopes, bringing showers and th...
May 30, 2023

Results for all 87 Alberta ridings
The morning after the provincial election, vote counts have been reported to Elections Alberta from all polling stations in all 87 electoral districts in Alberta.Full election coverage: Alberta Votes ...
May 30, 2023

'Serve all Albertans': Smith says UCP majority government to focus on economy
BROOKS, AB - UCP leader Danielle Smith said it's time to put personal and political attacks in the "rear-view mirror" and focus on the province's economy.Smith's United Conservative Party is projected...
May 30, 2023

Alberta NDP forms official opposition; releases statement following election results
Declared the Official Opposition following Monday's provincial election results, Alberta NDP Leader Rachel Notley says she promises to hold the UCP government accountable and fight for a better future...
May 30, 2023