Category Archives: Community News

Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools hosting trustee information nights ahead of municipal election
Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools (RDCRS) is hosting a series of Catholic Trustee Information Evening events in an effort to "inform and inspire" potential trustee candidates ahead of the October 202...
May 12, 2025

Alberta RCMP present awards for years of service, bravery
The Alberta RCMP recently gave out awards to employees for years of service, bravery and more.Ceremonies were held in Red Deer and Devon to give out the Long Service Awards, Commanding Officer Commend...
May 12, 2025

Grow Kids events return to Dawe, Collicutt May 15
Red Deer Public Schools PSA -- With a strong focus on health and wellness, Red Deer Public Schools is excited to host its 14th annual Grow Kids event. Taking place on May 15 at both the G.H. Dawe Comm...
May 09, 2025

New drop-in programs begin May 12 in Ponoka
Town of Ponoka PSA -- Spring and summer drop-in programs begin on Monday, May 12 at the Ponoka Arena Complex with new programming that includes: Dodge ball; Flag football; Touch rugby; and Tots play t...
May 09, 2025

Red Deer Public Schools to hold grad ceremonies
It's that time of year again when graduating high schools will be attending ceremonies, and dancing the night away.Red Deer Public Schools is sharing when those students will celebrate."Graduation is ...
May 09, 2025

Downgraded: No fire restrictions in Lacombe County as of May 16
The fire advisory has been downgraded again to zero restrictions, as of May 16. -- This fire ban has been downgraded to a Fire Advisory, as of May 13. Residents are urged to continue to exercise extre...
May 08, 2025

Sylvan Lake wants input on Community Social Master Plan
Town of Sylvan Lake PSA -- We are updating our 2016 Community Social Master Plan and want Lakers to participate. The new plan will help us meet the needs and wants of the community for events and prog...
May 08, 2025

Ponoka splash park opens for 2025
Town of Ponoka PSA -- The Ponoka Splash Park is open for the season for children and their families to enjoy. The Splash Park is located at Lions Centennial Park on Highway 2A just north of Highway 53...
May 08, 2025

Woody's Marathon runs new course for 25th year
Lace up your sneakers and get ready, get set and go to the 25th edition of Woody's RV World Marathon. The race kicks off May 18 and runners can choose to compete in a full marathon (42.2 km), half mar...
May 08, 2025

Ponoka encourages residents to download app for Emergency Preparedness Week
For Emergency Preparedness Week, May 4-10, the town of Ponoka is encouraging all residents to download its municipal app.The town says having the app will help residents stay informed during large-sca...
May 07, 2025