Category Archives: Community News

Inspiration Awards nominations now open
EDMONTON- Every two years, government presents the Inspiration Awards to outstanding Albertans who are making a difference in their communities. Their efforts build awareness, contribute to violence p...
Nov 20, 2019

The Sutter Fund donates $25,000 to kids in need
The Sutter Fund has given kids a life chance in Red Deer following a donation of $25,000, which will be directed to the Foundation for Red Deer Public Schools' Step Up Fund.It's tough to learn when al...
Nov 19, 2019 (Photo submitted)

Lacombe County promotes anti-bullying messages to students
LACOMBE- November 18-22 is Bullying Awareness Week, and Lacombe County's School Resources Officers are visiting several Wolf Creek Public Schools (WCPS) locations to promote anti-bullying messages to ...
Nov 19, 2019

‘Ponoka Civic Centre’ selected as winning name
PONOKA- A winning name has been selected by a panel of judges for the new civic building that houses the Ponoka Jubilee Library, the Ponoka Learning Centre, Town Council Chambers and Administrative of...
Nov 19, 2019

Bower Place partners with Central Alberta Child Advocacy Centre
Bower Place is teaming up with the Central Alberta Child Advocacy Centre (CACAC) for the holiday season. Volunteers from the centre will be there for Santa's Arrival at Bower Place on Sunday, Nov. 17 ...
Nov 16, 2019

Lacombe County seeking public input on participation and communication
Lacombe County is seeking feedback from the public on participation and communication in Lacombe County. A survey was inserted in each issue of the County News, and stakeholders can also access the on...
Nov 16, 2019

Adopt-A-Family Christmas Program taking registrations
The Salvation Army in Red Deer is once again running our annual Adopt-A-Family Program which provides Christmas assistance to seniors and families. Registration for the program began on November 12 an...
Nov 16, 2019

Real Canadian Superstore holiday initiative brings Red Deer Filipino community closer to home
This holiday season Real Canadian Superstore (RCSS) is helping Red Deer spread love and cheer with the return of its bonus Balikbayan box program, inspired by the modern Filipino tradition. RCSS's Fil...
Nov 15, 2019

Free session to help participants improve heart health
Local residents looking to manage their cholesterol and blood pressure are invited to an upcoming information session to better understand their heart health.Heart Wise: Managing Cholesterol and Blood...
Nov 15, 2019

Ice cream fundraiser scoops up support for Father Lacombe Catholic School
Thanks to an awesome group of Leadership students and the Father Lacombe Catholic School community we were thrilled today to turn over the proceeds from our confetti cake ice cream sandwich pop-up sal...
Nov 14, 2019