Category Archives: Red Deer
Three-month sentence for knife-wielding Red Deer man convicted in downtown assault of a transit driver
A three-month jail sentence has been handed to a man charged in a pair of incidents involving a knife and the assault of a transit driver in downtown Red Deer last year. Red Deer resident Drake Edward...
Nov 20, 2025
Two charged in Ponoka for alleged parking garage break-in
One person has been charged following an alleged break and enter in Ponoka.RCMP say that on Nov. 16, members were advised of a break-in and theft from two vehicles in a local parking garage.After revi...
Nov 20, 2025
Missing: Virgil Roy Fransen, 40, of Rocky Mountain House
Rocky Mountain House RCMP are asking for the public's help in locating missing 40-year-old Virgil Roy Fransen.Police say he was last seen on Nov. 14, 2025, in the Ferrier area near Rocky Mountain Hous...
Nov 19, 2025
2027 World Juniors: Red Deer's second shot at showcasing community on the international stage
Red Deer Mayor Cindy Jefferies says yesterday's announcement that Red Deer will co-host the 2027 World Junior Championship is great news for the community.From Dec. 26, 2026, to Jan. 5, 2027, the best...
Nov 19, 2025
Fire Restriction lifted in County of Stettler
As a result of recent weather conditions, the Fire Restriction for the County of Stettler is now lifted.Effective: 3:00 p.m. Nov. 19, 2025, regular fire permit conditions will apply going forward. Cou...
Nov 19, 2025
Housing starts and home price trends for October 2025 in Red Deer
The cost of homes for sale in Red Deer is up 15 per cent from this time last year, according to the Alberta Real Estate Association (AREA).That is for the average price of a detached home, which is $4...
Nov 19, 2025
Penhold Community Christmas and Winter Village Light-Up
The Town of Penhold is inviting residents to kick off the holiday season at the annual Community Christmas celebration on Friday, Nov. 21, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Penhold Regional Multiplex. Tow...
Nov 19, 2025 Town Crier (Mayor Mike Yargeau) after 2024 tree lighting with Cookie Walk mascot and the "Green Guy" (Town of Penhold)
Friends of Medicare to hold town hall in Red Deer this Sunday
Friends of Medicare and Dr. Paul Parks will hold a health care town hall this weekend in Red Deer.The event will take place on Sunday at the Red Deer Resort and Casino, which will feature Friends of M...
Nov 19, 2025
Lacombe resident wins $100,000 on scratch and win ticket
A Lacombe resident is $100,000 richer after she won the money on a $100 Ultimate Scratch & Win ticket.Rasneet K. says she scanned the ticket on the Lotto Spot application and couldn't believe she ...
Nov 19, 2025
RDP honours Johnston, Brouwer, and RBC Foundation at annual Community Awards
Red Deer Polytechnic held its annual Community Awards on Tuesday, which recognizes members of the community who've had a significant impact on RDP, its students, and the community.The ceremony, which ...
Nov 19, 2025