Author Archives: Sheldon Spackman
Premier Smith issues mandate letters to ministers
Premier Danielle Smith has issued mandate letters to multiple government ministers to take actions on what the government says will stand up for Albertans and get a better deal for Alberta within Cana...
Nov 10, 2022
Newly released documents on Kenney submitted to federal inquiry on use of Emergencies Act
OTTAWA, ON - Newly released documents suggest former Alberta premier Jason Kenney told the prime minister he would not "quibble" with the use of the Emergencies Act if needed.But the notes taken by po...
Nov 10, 2022
Central Alberta Drug Treatment Court celebrates one year anniversary
The Central Alberta Drug Treatment Court (CADTC) has celebrated their one-year anniversary. The CADTC is a pre-sentence justice alternative for individuals facing charges driven by active addiction. T...
Nov 10, 2022
Remembrance Day 2022 ceremonies in central Alberta this Friday
No matter where you are living in central Alberta, there are ceremonies taking place across the region for this year's Remembrance Day. On Friday, November 11, the Red Deer Legion will be hosting a ce...
Nov 10, 2022
Veterans affairs minister stands firm on record in face of anger, call to resign
OTTAWA - Veterans Affairs Minister Lawrence MacAulay is standing firm in the face of frustration over the Liberal government's treatment of ill and injured veterans and even a call for him to resign. ...
Nov 10, 2022
Danielle Smith's lobbying record holds clues to her governing agenda, observers say
EDMONTON - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith promised to focus on the concerns of everyday people after winning a seat in the legislature Tuesday, but observers say other clues to her agenda can be found...
Nov 10, 2022
Residential plowing in Red Deer to begin next week, City says
The City of Red Deer says residential snow clearing will begin next week as crews have been removing snow from city streets after nine days of near-constant snowfall. At this time, as Purple Routes ar...
Nov 09, 2022
Growing stronger: farmers at Agri-Trade innovate and adapt to global industry challenges
From increasing costs, governmental regulations, and environmental changes, it's undeniable that Canadian farmers have gone through their fair share of unique challenges over the past few years. Howev...
Nov 09, 2022
Rimbey RCMP respond to workplace fatality
Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) is investigating a workplace fatality in central Alberta this week. On Nov. 8, at 11:00 a.m., Rimbey RCMP received a report of a workplace accident involving ...
Nov 09, 2022
Some record low temps in central Alberta this week
A number of central Alberta communities have seen some record low temperatures this week. According to Environment and Climate Change Canada, another cold night led to 33 daily minimum temperature rec...
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