Category Archives: Community News

Nominations being accepted for Sylvan Lake's Volunteer Awards
We’re again celebrating our dedicated volunteers. Nominations for our 2018 Volunteer Awards are now open. Sylvan Lakers are asked to nominate a deserving local volunteer, share how they have imp...
Feb 26, 2018

Lacombe County fire permit season begins March 1
As it did in 2017, Lacombe County's fire permit season will start a month earlier on March 1, coinciding with changes made by the provincial government. Under Lacombe County's Fire Protection Policy, ...
Feb 26, 2018

Grey routes the focus of Red Deer plowing efforts next week
Grey Route plowing is underway and crews are making their way through Snow Zones across the city. The latest schedule update is as follows: Friday, February 23: crews finished plowing Snow Zone H plow...
Feb 24, 2018

Red Deer County hosting Certified Sustainable Beef workshop
Farmers and Ranchers throughout Central Alberta are encouraged to register for a workshop on Certified Sustainable Beef. This workshop takes place on Monday, March 19 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at CrossR...
Feb 22, 2018

Open call for Ross Street Patio musicians
The City of Red Deer is holding an open call for musicians to take the stage on the Ross Street Patio this summer. "Looking ahead in anticipation of warmer weather, we are excited to start planning fo...
Feb 22, 2018

Honouring Spirit: Indigenous Student Awards Nominations
The Honouring Spirit: Indigenous Student Awards are intended to recognize First Nations, Mtis and Inuit students who model strength and commitment in the pursuit of their personal education path and e...
Feb 21, 2018

Central Alberta Soroptimists celebrating International Women's Day
Soroptimist International of Central Alberta is pleased to host their annual International Women's Day awards luncheon on Thursday, March 8, 2018, from 11:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Radisson Hotel. Ticket...
Feb 21, 2018
Spring & Summer Activity Guide delivered to homes next week
Red Deerians can look forward to picking out their favourite spring and summer activities and programs with the release of the Activity Guide next week. The 2018 Spring & Summer Activity Guide wil...
Feb 20, 2018

Revamped River Bend ski area opens Friday
If you've ever wanted to try out cross country skiing, head down to River Bend Golf and Recreation Area this Friday for free cross country ski rentals, complimentary food and beverages, entertainment ...
Feb 20, 2018

Urgent call for 35,000 people across Canada to donate blood by March 10
Canadian Blood Services has issued an urgent call for Canadians to give blood. More than 35,000 donors are needed by Spring Break to ensure all patients continue to have access to the blood and blood ...
Feb 20, 2018