Category Archives: Red Deer
Update: Empire Building demolition postponed
Update: The City of Red Deer has announced, due to some unexpected circumstances, the demolition will be postponed while the contractor proceeds with investigation and preparation work. An update will...
Jun 24, 2025
Lacombe Police investigating construction trailer entry and tool theft
The Lacombe Police Service (LPS) says it is investigating a break and enter to a construction trailer resulting in the theft of several high-value tools. On June 20, 2025, at approximately 3:40 a.m., ...
Jun 24, 2025
Red Deer District Chamber announces leadership transition
The Red Deer District Chamber has announced a change in executive leadership, effective June 19, 2025. Following discussions the Red Deer District Chamber Board of Directors and Scott Robinson agreed ...
Jun 24, 2025 Chamber President Mike Szyszka. (Supplied)
Lacombe Police recover stolen vehicle following early morning theft
The Lacombe Police Service (LPS) is investigating a vehicle theft that occurred in the early morning hours of June 24, 2025, in the 5600 block of 49 Avenue. At approximately 2:00 a.m., police say they...
Jun 24, 2025
Red Deer city council approves electric utility transition to an MCC
The phrase, "generational decision" was used by Red Deer city council and administration throughout discussions at a public hearing held Monday night through Tuesday morning this week. Those discussio...
Jun 24, 2025
Man sentenced to three years in major drug and weapons seizure in Olds
A man charged in a major drug and weapons seizure in Olds has been sentenced to three years in jail. Eric Donald Becker, 36, was sentenced in Calgary Court of Justice on June 23, 2025, after being con...
Jun 24, 2025
Lacombe Police Service reports recent rise in bike thefts
The Lacombe Police Service is reporting a recent increase in bicycle thefts in the community.Over the past several weeks, there has been a rise in reports of stolen bikes and police say bicycle owners...
Jun 24, 2025
City Council Recap - June 23, 2025
The following decisions were made at today's City Council meeting.CLOSED/BUSINESS ARISING:Habitat for HumanityCity Council considered a request from the Habitat for Humanity organization to purchase 2...
Jun 24, 2025
West Park Elementary School receives upgrades to become more energy efficient
The Red Deer Public School Division celebrated the modernization of West Park Elementary School on Monday. In front of students, staff, and school board trustees, a ceremony unveiled the work that was...
Jun 23, 2025
UCP candidate Tara Sawyer elected MLA in Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills by-election
United Conservative Party candidate Tara Sawyer has been elected MLA for the Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills riding. "I'm thrilled, excited, and I'm deeply honoured of the trust the people of this riding ar...
Jun 23, 2025