Category Archives: Red Deer
Update: Lucas Boskers found safe
Red Deer RCMP have reported that 26-year-old Lucas Boskers, who was last seen in June, has been found and is safe. Police would like to thank the public for their assistance. -- For local news deliver...
Oct 07, 2024
Lacombe high school students cause a buzz at Calgary AZTech Awards
Four robotics students from cole Secondaire Lacombe Composite High School (SLCHS) had an opportunity to showcase their award-winning BeeWise Monitoring Prototype at the AZTech Awards on Sept. 27 in Ca...
Oct 06, 2024
Three central Albertans recipients of Alberta Immigrant Impact Awards
A group of Albertans were recognized this week for the impact they've had on their communities, with a few Red Deer-area residents in the mix.The provincial government is celebrating 35 newcomers with...
Oct 05, 2024
Sylvan Lake council member suing municipality, mayor and CAO for $317,000
A Sylvan Lake town councillor is suing the municipality, its mayor and chief administrative officer (CAO) for $317,000, and wants a public apology. Kjeryn Dakin has had an eventful last year-and-a-hal...
Oct 04, 2024
Make your smoke alarms work for you this Fire Prevention Week
Red Deer Emergency Services (RDES) will be marking Fire Prevention Week (FPW) with a demonstration on how to properly use, test and replace your home smoke detectors.FPW officially runs from Oct. 6-12...
Oct 04, 2024
Sylvan Lake still angling for long-term solution to goldfish problem
The Town of Sylvan Lake continues to grapple with a goldfish problem. Last week in Red Deer, Sylvan Lake proposed a resolution at the 2024 Alberta Municipalities (AB Munis) conference, asking the prov...
Oct 04, 2024
Mustard Seed School Lunch Program gets financial boost
The Mustard Seed Red Deer has received a $30,000 boost to support its School Lunch Program, which provides nutritious meals to Red Deer students.The donation comes from the Red Deer Catholic Regional ...
Oct 04, 2024
City seeking public input on potential $19 million deficit for 2025 budget
The City of Red Deer is asking residents for their input on the 2025 Operating Budget, which is currently facing a projected $17-19 million shortfall. Citizens can visit engage.reddeer.ca to share the...
Oct 04, 2024
Our Best to You Handmade Market returns to Red Deer Oct. 25-27
The Our Best to You Handmade Market is back in Red Deer this month, carrying on a community tradition that began in 1991.Running Oct. 25-27, Our Best to You is the largest fall craft fair in Red Deer,...
Oct 04, 2024
Blackfalds RCMP seize drugs and guns after executing search warrant
A large amount of cocaine, plus currency and firearms were seized by Blackfalds RCMP and other partners after a search warrant was executed on a home in Blackfalds. In September 2024, the Blackfalds R...
Oct 03, 2024