Category Archives: Red Deer

Recent moisture welcome, but causing local harvest delays
Precipitation and cool temperatures throughout central Alberta recently, while welcome, will do very little for this year's crop other than delay harvest. That according to the latest crop report from...
Aug 27, 2021

Local surgeon ready to Tour Alberta for Cancer
The 2021 Enbridge Tour Alberta for Cancer is back, and although it may have a new name, the same spirit and drive to help battle cancer lives on.Formerly the "Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer", the eve...
Aug 27, 2021

Fatal pedestrian vs train collision at Samson Cree Nation
RCMP, Fire and EMS are currently on scene of a fatal collision between a train and pedestrian on the Samson Cree Nation townsite.Masckwacis RCMP say it's near the intersection of Hwy 2A and Hwy 611E ....
Aug 27, 2021

Town of Blackfalds unveils new website
The Town of Blackfalds has launched a new and user-friendly website that aims to help residents, visitors, and business owners access information more quickly and efficiently. With a new, vibrant and ...
Aug 27, 2021

Traffic disruptions on 51 Avenue from 53 Street to 45 Street
Red Deer motorists and pedestrians are being advised of upcoming traffic disruptions as crews work to complete roadway improvements along 51 Ave., southbound from 53 Street to 45 Street.City officials...
Aug 27, 2021

'Free Our Finest' underway in support of Special Olympics Alberta
Mounties, corrections officers, and Special Olympic athletes are taking over the north Red Deer Walmart again this weekend, as part of their 'Free Our Finest' event to raise funds through the Law Enfo...
Aug 27, 2021

Shelter Ribfest at Westerner Park Aug. 27-29
The Central Alberta Women's Emergency Shelter (CAWES) is offering you the chance to enjoy some succulent ribs this weekend while supporting a great cause at the same time. Shelter Ribfest takes place ...
Aug 27, 2021

Red Deer with 237 active COVID-19 cases
Provincial health officials are reporting 15 new cases of COVID-19 in Red Deer on Thursday, bringing the total number of active cases in the city now to 237.Recoveries total 5,851 - up 14 from Wednesd...
Aug 26, 2021

Innisfail RCMP seeking assistance in identifying vandalism suspect
Innisfail Mounties are hoping you can help them identify a suspect wanted in connection with an act of vandalism in the community's downtown this month.On Aug. 14, at approximately 7:20 p.m., Innisfai...
Aug 26, 2021

Rebecca Smith meets fans and Olympic peer at Alberta Sports Hall of Fame
Central Albertans had the chance to get up close and personal with an Olympic medal winner on Wednesday.Red Deer native Rebecca Smith was at the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame and Museum (ASHFM) for a me...
Aug 26, 2021