Author Archives: Sheldon Spackman
RCMP arrest Edmonton teen allegedly connected to online terrorism network
RCMP say they have arrested an Alberta teen because investigators believe the youth will commit terrorism offences.Mounties allege a 15-year-old from Edmonton was planning to commit offences related t...
May 29, 2025
Mattias Ekholm to return from injury for Oilers in Game 5 against Stars
DALLAS - Mattias Ekholm will return to the Edmonton Oilers lineup for Game 5 of the NHL's Western Conference final against the Dallas Stars on Thursday night. The top-pair defenceman suffered a lower-...
May 29, 2025
Sylvan Lake Gulls optimistic for another deep playoff run
Sylvan Lake Gulls veteran pitcher Hunter Jones wants to deliver a championship to the town more than anything. Since the team's inception in 2021, they've come close multiple times, falling short in t...
May 28, 2025
Warm summer in the forecast as droughts and wildfire risks loom: Weather Network
Canadians longing for sunshine and warmth will likely be pleased by a summer forecast that has an abundance of both, says Weather Network meteorologist Doug Gillham, but he cautioned the season "will ...
May 28, 2025
Red Deer and surrounding areas remain under heat warning
A Heat Warning remains in place for most of Alberta, including the Red Deer region. Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) says hot temperatures will continue Thursday, with daytime highs near o...
May 27, 2025
New flood maps by provincial government helps communities prepare for the future
The Government of Alberta has finalized new flood mapping for multiple communities throughout the province, including in Red Deer.The map was created to not only raise awareness but also help communit...
May 27, 2025
Government moves to purge consumer carbon pricing from law
OTTAWA - The federal government has moved to purge consumer carbon pricing from law, effectively putting an end to what was once the keystone of the Liberals' climate policy. Prime Minister Mark Carne...
May 27, 2025
Levy charged to Alberta oil companies too low to cover orphan well costs; report
A new report is warning the annual levy charged to Alberta oil companies to fund the cleanup of orphaned oil and gas wells remains too low to keep up with the rate of surrendering.The report, written ...
May 27, 2025
Sundre area sets new temperature record for May 26
A daily maximum temperature record was set in the Sundre area on Monday. According to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), a new record high of 27.7 degrees Celsius was set in the Sundre area...
May 27, 2025
Red Deer County urges caution with dry, windy conditions expected
Red Deer County Protective Services is asking residents to be extra cautious with dry weather expected in the near future.The county says despite plenty of recent rainfall, the county may experience l...
May 26, 2025