Author Archives: Sheldon Spackman
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
Tourism Red Deer unveils the 2023 Visitor Guide
Tourism Red Deer has announced the official launch of its new 2023 Visitor Guide. Officials say the comprehensive guide, available in both print and online formats, showcases the vibrant and captivati...
May 19, 2023
Red Deer RCMP arrest female who allegedly spray-painted the provincial court house
Red Deer RCMP have arrested a female after she allegedly spray-painted the downtown provincial court house while in possession of a weapon. On May 17, 2023, shortly after 7:00 a.m., Red Deer RCMP say ...
May 18, 2023
Albertans asked to put safety first when planning for long weekend activities
EDMONTON, AB - The provincial government is asking Albertans to put safety first when recreating over the May long weekend.Officials note that the fire danger is extreme in northern Alberta as hot and...
May 18, 2023
Alberta NDP explain how they'll accelerate expansion of Red Deer Regional Hospital
On Thursday, the Alberta NDP offered an explanation on how they will accelerate construction of the Red Deer Regional Hospital expansion project.Leader Rachel Notley made a commitment in recent weeks ...
May 18, 2023
Danielle Smith, Rachel Notley set for Alberta leaders debate tonight
EDMONTON - On the same day Alberta's two main election rivals were to square off in a debate ahead of the May 29 vote, the province's ethics commissioner found United Conservative Leader Danielle Smit...
May 18, 2023
Provincial officials provide update on Alberta's wildfire situation
The Minister of Forestry, Parks and Tourism and officials from Alberta Emergency Management Agency and Alberta Wildfire provide an update on the Alberta wildfire situation.WhenThursday, May 18 3 p.m.L...
May 18, 2023
Rebels Head Coach Steve Konowalchuk resigns for personal reasons
Steve Konowalchuk has stepped down as head coach of the Red Deer Rebels. The move comes due to personal/family reasons, the club says. It also comes just a couple weeks after the Rebels won three stra...
May 18, 2023