Author Archives: Sheldon Spackman

A retrospective, as the Red Deer Tennis Club welcomes community June 14 to celebrate 125th anniversary
Started in 1900, the Red Deer Tennis Club is celebrating its 125th anniversary this weekend with a day-long celebration.The shindig takes place Saturday, June 14, from 12-8 p.m., at the club's long-ti...
Jun 11, 2025

Red Deer's Lyn Radford to be invested into the Alberta Order of Excellence
The provincial government announced nine Albertans will be invested into the Alberta Order of Excellence this year.Among those listed includes Red Deer's Lyn Radford who's brought numerous world class...
Jun 11, 2025

Alberta premier says province is looking to entice private-sector pipeline builder
CALGARY - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government is working to entice a private-sector player to build a crude pipeline to coastal waters. She urged attendees at the Global Energy Show to ...
Jun 11, 2025

Update 3: Alberta wildfire update
The fire danger remains extreme across most of the province, with some wildfires growing in size. Cooler, wet weather in the days ahead could provide a little relief. While some communities have allow...
Jun 10, 2025

Red Deer city council approves resolution on paid parking system in downtown
City Council has unanimously approved a resolution for administration to gather further data and feedback on the paid parking system in downtown Red Deer.The motion, which was first brought forward by...
Jun 10, 2025

Poor air quality advisory issued for Red Deer
A special air quality statement is in effect for the Red Deer area.Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) notes smoke is causing or expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility,ECCC...
Jun 10, 2025

RCMP investigating after trespassers cause mischief at Sunnybrook Farm Museum
Red Deer RCMP are investigating another case of trespassing and mischief at Sunnybrook Farm Museum. The incident took place just after midnight on Sunday, June 8. Five or six youth can be seen on secu...
Jun 10, 2025

City of Red Deer to increase mowing in key visible areas
The City of Red Deer has announced adjustments to its mowing program to reflect seasonal conditions and operational flexibility.The adjustments made are within the approved 2025 budget and effective i...
Jun 10, 2025
Red Deer District Chamber of Commerce urging city to consider all options for electric utility
The Red Deer District Chamber of Commerce is urging the City of Red Deer to explore all governance options for the city's electric utility before moving forward with the proposed Municipally Controlle...
Jun 9, 2025

Smile cookie campaign raises over $80,000 for Reading College
This year's annual Tim Horton's smile cookie campaign sold approximately 40,000 cookies and raised $80,773 locally to donate in benefit of the Reading College, a life-changing literacy program for Gra...
Jun 9, 2025