Community News

Sutter Fund donates $10,000 to Red Deer Catholic school lunch programs

RED DEER- The Sutter Fund has donated $10,000 to the Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools lunch programs. The division would also like to thank the generosity of Central Alberta for raising money to sup...

Nov 07, 2019

Alberta RCMP reminds road users to buckle up for every ride

EDMONTON- As winter arrives, RCMP remind all drivers and passengers that traffic safety starts with buckling up.Mounties encourage you to practice the following traffic safety tips for optimal use of ...

Nov 07, 2019

Stay safe online this Christmas

EDMONTON- Christmas season is just around the corner which means it's also shopping season. RCMP are reminding people to be cautious while shopping online.It's important to protect your identity onlin...

Nov 06, 2019

Public input sought on new Animal Control Bylaw in Ponoka

PONOKA- The Town is inviting public input on a proposed new Animal Control Bylaw.It would require dogs and cats aged six months and older to be licensed annually.The current bylaw only regulates dogs....

Nov 06, 2019

Radon Screening Kits available at Red Deer Public Library

RED DEER- Radon Screening Kits will soon be available to borrow from the Red Deer Public Library (RDPL), thanks to a joint effort between the library and the Alberta Lung Association. Radon is a cance...

Nov 06, 2019

Hunting Hills students to host annual Veteran's Dinner

Students and local veterans will be gathered at Hunting Hills High School in Red Deer Tuesday evening for an annual event aimed at recognizing the service of both current and past Canadian military me...

Nov 05, 2019

Save the Beard for Smiles Thru Lindsey

Seven very hairy dudes are about to become less hairy...or are they?! That's up to you!These gentleman have put their beards into your hands. You can donate to have them SHAVE their beard, or to help ...

Nov 05, 2019

Red Deer groups recognized as parks and rec leaders

Red Deer was recognized as an Alberta parks and recreation leader as local organizations won three separate awards at the annual Alberta Recreation & Parks Association (ARPA) conference last month...

Nov 04, 2019 Access for All playscape (rdnewsNOW file photo)

Public invited to Cattlemen’s Day event in Red Deer County

Red Deer County Agricultural Services is pleased to co-host an upcoming workshop on the future of the cattle industry. The workshop is co-hosted with Clearwater County and takes place on Nov. 21 from ...

Nov 04, 2019

Red Deer County asking for feedback on rural land use

Red Deer County is seeking public opinion on the subdivision of agricultural/rural lands. In order to help the County better understand how residents and landowners feel about this very important topi...

Nov 03, 2019 Red Deer County Logo Update