Category Archives: Community News

Woody's Marathon goes May 19, registration open
The 24th Woody's Marathon/Half/10k is quickly approaching and registration remains open for Red Deerians and others to challenge themselves like never before.The annual event is set for Sunday, May 19...
May 10, 2024

Red Deer Games Foundation accepting grant applications
The Red Deer Games Foundation is now accepting applications for financial assistance for athletes in Red Deer and the surrounding area. The deadline to apply is June 7. The foundation provides financi...
May 10, 2024

Touch-a-Truck goes May 11 at Westerner Park
The annual Touch-a-Truck event returns on May 11, giving children the opportunity to see more than 100 of their favourite trucks, tractors, and equipment up close while they interact with RCMP, EMS, f...
May 09, 2024

Red Deer residents can adopt their own storm drain
City of Red Deer media release -- The City of Red Deer is inviting residents to play a unique role in protecting our local waterways. By adopting a storm drain, residents can be the first line of defe...
May 09, 2024

Mayor and councillors roll up their sleeves for Green Deer
Mayor Ken Johnston and the city council will be participating in the Green Deer spring cleanup campaign on May 10, at the Gary W. Harris Celebration Plaza, from 2-3 p.m. The annual campaign began Marc...
May 09, 2024

Aspire needs walkers, runners and wheelers for June fundraiser
Aspire Special Needs Resource Centre holds its 12th annual Push & Pace Fundraising Walk, Run or Wheel event on June 1, beginning at Parkland School. The organization supports children with special...
May 08, 2024

Mental Health Week 2024 urges Canadians to have compassion
The Canadian Mental Health Association's (CMHA) annual Mental Health Week takes place May 6-12, with a focus on "healing through compassion." "Compassion is not only for others, it's for ourselves. Em...
May 08, 2024

Red Deer seniors invited to attend the Mayor’s Garden Party 50th anniversary
City of Red Deer media release -- The Mayor's Garden Party is turning 50 and senior Red Deerians are invited to join us for a delightful indoor celebration filled with nostalgia, camaraderie and live ...
May 07, 2024

Lacombe County calls for business survey participants
Lacombe County has launched a Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) survey to aid in their planning for future economic development in the community. Businesses are encouraged to take the short surve...
May 07, 2024

Ladies' Afternoon Tea happening May 25 for Central Alberta Pregnancy Care Centre
Central Alberta Pregnancy Care Centre media release -- The Central Alberta Pregnancy Care Centre is hosting its second annual Ladies' Afternoon Tea. Guests will enjoy an afternoon filled with tasteful...
May 06, 2024