Category Archives: Red Deer

The Red Deer & District Chamber has announced that Frank Creasey is its new CEO.They welcomed him to the chamber following the organization's 132nd annual general meeting.According to the Chamber,...

Lacombe Police (LPS) are warning the public to be aware of an increase in counterfeit money circulating in the community over the last few weeks.In September, LPS investigated multiple cases of report...

The Lacombe & District Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a pair of municipal election forums next week in an effort to help residents learn more about local candidates ahead of election day on O...

Sept. 9: 5.6 mmSept. 30: 0.2 mmThat's all the precipitation seen at Red Deer Regional Airport last month, and it means it was the sixth driest September in 112 years of records, according to Environme...

The Penhold Fire Department has been awarded a grant of nearly $54,000 to purchase 15 sets of bunker gear.The grant, which is provided by Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada, is part of ...

Day camps are being offered by the town of Ponoka should the impending teachers' strike go ahead beginning Oct. 6.Camps will be for ages 6-12 and take place at the Ponoka Arena from 8-4 daily -- excep...

The Lacombe Police Service arrested a 47-year-old man last month on an outstanding warrant but later found he was in possession of cocaine.They arrested the Lacombe resident on Sept. 5 at approximatel...

The Ponoka Aquaplex is set to reopen after the Thanksgiving long weekend following scheduled facility improvements and annual maintenance.Multiple major improvements will be completed over the coming ...

The Lacombe Police Service arrested an Edmonton man following a traffic stop in August that led to a drug seizure.Police say in the early morning hours of Aug. 5, an officer out on patrol noticed a 20...

The City of Lacombe is spending up to $70,000 to hire an emergency services specialist who can guide the municipality in its search for a new fire station site.In October 2024, city council gave appro...