Author Archives: Sheldon Spackman

Work to install fibre optics in Red Deer is beginning, the municipality advised this week.F3 Networks Canada Inc. (F3) is partering with Telus to bring fibre optic services to more homes and businesse...

United Way Central Alberta raised $1.7 million in 2024, it was announced at a celebration on Monday night.The total surpasses that of 2023, with funds used to strengthen partner agencies delivering vi...

OTTAWA - The top three federal party leaders will all be in Western Canada today. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is scheduled to hold a press conference in Edmonton at 8:30 a.m. before he makes ...

Although the initial overhaul took some time to adjust to, the City of Red Deer's administration reports the new downtown parking system, implemented about two years ago, has been a financial benefit ...

With Acute Care Alberta now quite operational, the UCP shared Monday a new funding model for acute care is coming into play.The government claims its new model will increase accountability, efficiency...

Premier Danielle Smith is fighting back after federal Liberal Leader Mark Carney mocked her during an election campaign stop, accusing him of being intimidated by a "strong conservative woman."Carney ...

EDMONTON - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is fighting back after federal Liberal Leader Mark Carney mocked her during an election campaign stop, accusing him of being intimidated by a "strong conserva...

Avni Soma, the New Democratic Party (NDP) candidate for the Yellowhead riding, is bringing her diverse background in business, food systems, and community advocacy to the political arena. After years ...

Vicky Bayford, the People's Party of Canada (PPC) candidate for Yellowhead, is motivated by a desire to bring change and restore Canada's strength. A lifelong Albertan, Bayford was born in Fort McMurr...

Red Deer RCMP are now seeking tips from the public following investigation into a fire at a north-end business last month.rdnewsNOW reported on the fire, which happened March 23, just before 5:30 p.m....