Author Archives: Sheldon Spackman
International Day of Persons with Disabilities programs at Red Deer Public Library
In recognition of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, (December 3, 2022), Red Deer Public Library (RDPL) and Voice of Albertans with Disabilities (VAD), are hosting two upcoming progra...
Nov 17, 2022
Red Deer drug court changing lives one ounce of humanity at a time
One year has passed since drug treatment court was launched in Red Deer.A celebration was held this week to recognize those in the program who've seen their life paths altered for seemingly good.Inaug...
Nov 17, 2022
Smith, Copping to speak on AHS reform plan
Alberta's premier and health minister are set to speak Thursday about the government's "Alberta Health Services reform plan," according to a news release.A news conference with Danielle Smith and Jaso...
Nov 17, 2022
The federal government 'strongly encourage' people to use masks while travelling
OTTAWA - Canada's Minister of Transportation says after a briefing with the country's top doctor, the government still strongly encourages people to wear masks on planes and trains - but stopped short...
Nov 17, 2022
Canada falling behind as electric-vehicle sales pick up around the world
OTTAWA - Electric-vehicle sales in Canada grew by more than one third in the first half of this year but they are not keeping pace with the rest of the world. A new report on global EV sales released ...
Nov 17, 2022
Average Red Deer rental rates in October higher than last year
Despite a small drop in the average rent for a one bedroom unit in Red Deer last month, average rents for both one and two bedrooms units are still higher when compared to last year.According to the l...
Nov 16, 2022
No plans to hike minimum wage, says gov't, as Red Deer's living wage rises 14%
The living wage in Red Deer is now $19.65 per hour, according to new numbers from the Alberta Living Wage Network (ALWN).A living wage is defined as the hourly wage a worker needs to earn to cover the...
Nov 16, 2022
Innisfail and Didsbury RCMP advising of poor driving conditions
Innisfail RCMP Traffic Services Unit is advising motorists of deteriorating road conditions caused by snow and wind on the QE II Highway from Bowden to Highway 582. RCMP are recommending against trave...
Nov 16, 2022
Rebels back on track with 4-1 victory over Oil Kings
The Red Deer Rebels have ended their four-game losing streak, defeating the Oil Kings 4-1 Tuesday evening at Rogers Place in Edmonton.In the first period, the Rebels struck first when Jace Isley nette...
Nov 15, 2022
Red Deer Lights the Nights brings four weeks of festive fun
The City of Red Deer and Downtown Business Association (DBA) have planned four weeks of holiday themed activities downtown and throughout the city. Officials say the fun starts today with the lights a...
Nov 15, 2022