Author Archives: Sheldon Spackman

Alberta government announces new community grant funding
The provincial government is providing more grant money to help build strong and vibrant communities. More than $38 million will flow through two separate programs aimed at enhancing public facilities...
Feb 21, 2023

Biden in Poland says US and allies 'have Ukraine's back'
WARSAW, Poland (AP) - President Joe Biden, returning on Tuesday to the Polish castle where he spoke shortly after the Russian invasion of Ukraine last year, said the war had hardened Western resolve t...
Feb 21, 2023

Alberta, Saskatchewan methane emissions almost 4 times more than reported: research
New research using advanced technology suggests heavy oil facilities in Alberta and Saskatchewan are releasing almost four times the amount of a powerful greenhouse gas than they report to government....
Feb 21, 2023

Ukraine appeals to Canada's rail manufacturers to repair war-damaged lifeline
LVIV, Ukraine - Ukraine wants Canada to lend its expertise - and donate crucial railway parts - to keep its embattled passenger and cargo rail system running as landmines and missile strikes threaten ...
Feb 21, 2023

Rebels drop weekend rematch to Tigers
Following a 5-4 overtime win in Medicine Hat Saturday night, the rematch in Red Deer on Family Day Monday saw the Tigers claw their way to victory at the Peavey Mart Centrium, defeating the Rebels 4-1...
Feb 20, 2023

Rebels dent Tigers' playoff hopes with huge special teams performance
The Red Deer Rebels got back in the win column Saturday night with a 5-4 come from behind victory over the Medicine Hat Tigers.This after the Rebels gave up seven in a three-goal loss Friday to Kamloo...
Feb 18, 2023

Rebels lose 7-4 to Blazers
Penalty kills were the demise of the Red Deer Rebels Friday night in their 7-4 loss against the Kamloops Blazers at the Peavey Mart Centrium. It was the first game back in Canada for the Rebels after ...
Feb 17, 2023

Survey finds many Albertans not in favour of provincial police service
A new survey has found that many Albertans are opposed to the idea of replacing the RCMP with a new provincial police service.A poll was conducted by Calgary-based Janet Brown for Alberta Municipaliti...
Feb 17, 2023

Trails Act implemented in Alberta, collaboration with two recreational organizations
The province says it's supporting safe and accessible trails across Alberta by appointing two provincial community organizations to be designated trail managers. With the implementation of the Trails ...
Feb 17, 2023

Energy transition jobs plan aims to sustain and create jobs, not kill them: feds
OTTAWA - The Liberal government's long-promised plan to transition Canada's labour force to respond to climate change says a clean energy economy will not prompt massive unemployment in the country's ...
Feb 17, 2023