Author Archives: Sheldon Spackman

Johnston to release decision on need for public inquiry into foreign interference
OTTAWA - The man charged with recommending how best to deal with foreign interference in Canada's federal elections will finally say whether he believes a public inquiry is necessary. Former governor ...
May 23, 2023

Rain forecast could slow down record-breaking Alberta wildfires, officials say
EDMONTON - Light rainfall and cooler temperatures slowed down wildfire activity in Alberta over the long weekend and more rain that's in the forecast may help firefighters catch a breath during a reco...
May 22, 2023

UPDATE: Alberta's wildfire situation, as of 4 p.m., May 20
Provincial wildfire officials gave an update at 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 20.You can view it below:READ MORE: Red Deer's air quality deteriorates; advisory remains in effectHIGHLIGHTS FROM MAY 20 UPDATE...
May 20, 2023

'Tradition Lives' lacrosse tournament marks 31st year
The Tradition Lives box lacrosse tournament is marking its 31st anniversary this weekend at Red Deer's Kinsmen and Dawe arenas.The four-day tournament has teams playing from across the province.A tota...
May 20, 2023

Red Deer's air quality deteriorates; advisory remains in effect
As of 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 20, Red Deer is sitting at a 10+ (very high risk) on the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI).It was a 7 (high risk) at 8 a.m. this morning, then dropped to a 6 (moderate risk...
May 20, 2023

UPDATE: Joshua Leiman, 25, of Innisfail
Innisfail RCMP are pleased to report that Joshua Leiman has been located safe. We would like to thank the public and media for their assistance
May 19, 2023

Football Alberta holding camps and games in Red Deer & Lacombe this weekend
Football Alberta will be running three levels of programming this weekend with the following events:Team Alberta U18 Final 54 Roster Selection CampThe final roster of 40 will be selected on June 10-11...
May 19, 2023

The Market at Red Deer returns this Saturday at RDP
The Market at Red Deer returns for a 53rd year this Saturday.The schedule is 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., every Saturday through October 7.Patrick Moffat, who runs the market with sister Fiona, is excited to...
May 19, 2023

Smith, Notley square off in Alberta election debate, ask voters who do they trust
EDMONTON, AB - Alberta's two political contenders hammered each other on the issue of trust in the provincial election campaign's lone debate Thursday.United Conservative Leader Danielle Smith said yo...
May 19, 2023

Integrated Border Enforcement Team charges central Albertans in firearms investigation
Charges have been laid against multiple people from central Alberta after a joint force operation by the Integrated Border Enforcement Team (IBET).The team includes RCMP, Canada Border Services Agency...
May 19, 2023