Teachers from across central Alberta will gather at Red Deer Polytechnic this week.Put on by the Alberta Teachers Association, the two-day Central Alberta Teachers' Convention is set for Feb. 19-20 with over 1,750 educators in attendance."With nearly 300 sessions featuring more than 170 speakers, this event suppor...

The Lacombe Bar and Steakhouse is temporarily closed following a fire at its location at 5038 Highway 2A in the city.In an emailed statement from City of Lacombe Fire Chief Jason Fleming, he said crews responded to a report of smoke and flames at approximately 4:36 p.m. on Feb. 16, 2026, at the local business.The initi...

The Council of Canadians Red Deer chapter is set to host a public conversation on Disinformation and Alberta Separation this evening. From 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, those in attendance at the Golden Circle dining room will hear from Mount Royal University professor Duane Bratt, who will deliver a presentation. Members of...

Red Deer County recently held its annual Protective Services Awards Night, celebrating the achievements and exceptional service, dedication, and professionalism of Red Deer County's Protective Services members.They held the awards night on Jan. 31 and recognized the members from across all divisions in fire rescue, eme...

The City of Red Deer announced that eligible not-for-profit organizations can now apply for funding through the Community Culture Development Fund (CCDF) opportunities category.The funding is meant to support organizations delivering new opportunities and projects related to arts and culture. Organizations can apply fo...

The City of Red Deer announced an in-person vote will be held on March 16 for the potential disestablishment of the Business Improvement Area and Downtown Business Association. The vote is meant to gather input from the eligible BIA levy payers and is a mandatory step in the legislated process after Red Deer city counc...

UPDATE: Feb. 17, 5:10 p.m. According to 511 Alberta, the northbound QEII at Township Road 442, near Ponoka, there is a multi-vehicle MVC. Expect a lane closure and significant delays. Further north, the northbound QEII near the junction with Highway 616, west of Millet, there's an MVC. One lane remains open for northbo...

Hazardous, blizzard-like winter conditions are expected to end Tuesday evening. That according to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) which says total snowfall accumulations will be between 15 and 25 cm, with local amounts possibly reaching 40 cm, particularly over parts of east-central Alberta. Meteorologists...

The Community Foundation of Central Alberta (CFCAB) has announced that it distributed $1.9 million in grants in 2025.Through these distributions, officials say 113 agencies working to strengthen the quality of life across central Alberta were supported. The Foundation says this support for the community includes $118,0...

Red Deer RCMP are encouraging families this Family Day long weekend to take extra safe precautions, as many residents will be heading outdoors, to ensure a safe weekend.RCMP say preparing ahead and staying aware of conditions can help prevent injuries and emergencies during Family Day outings.The Red Deer RCMP offers t...

The Government of Alberta announced on Friday they've investing $143 million to establish 476 complexity teams in K-6 schools, which include one teacher and two educational assistants, across the province. The government says teams will be allocated to schools with the highest identified needs. These teams will help id...

Penhold town council has unanimously approved the write-off of uncollectable oil well accounts for Marksmen Energy Inc. and Canadian Oil & Gas Inc.The write-offs came in the amounts of $11,485.89 and $1,835.88 for Marksmen Energy Inc. and $5,460.98 for Canadian Oil & Gas Inc.The request for a decision came to c...

Lacombe County is pleased to announce the appointment of John Philips as the new District Fire Chief for the Eckville Fire Department. County officials say Philips brings more than a decade of experience in the fire service, a long-standing commitment to training and continuous improvement, and a deep connection to the...

The Lacombe Police Service is investigating a series of vehicle thefts and a related collision that occurred in the early morning hours of Feb. 12, 2026. At approximately 1:48 a.m., police received a report of a stolen dark grey 2003 GMC Yukon from the 5500 block of 52 Avenue. LPS alleges a red pickup truck was observe...

The City of Red Deer says a construction project on Gaetz Avenue is scheduled to begin on Feb. 16.Officials say it will require rotating road closures and that construction will also impact parking and transit service between 45 Street and 43 Street.The work, which is expected to be completed by the end of November 202...

The Red Deer RCMP Crime Reduction Team arrested a 44-year-old man for alleged drug trafficking following an investigation.Police say they arrested the Red Deer resident on Jan. 28 while they were conducting proactive patrols.Officers observed a licence plate on a vehicle that didn't match the registration information. ...

The Queer Neighbours Society of Red Deer, a non-profit organization that advocates for members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in central Alberta, has released a statement following the mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., earlier this week.On Tuesday, tragedy struck Canada when nine people were killed, and approximately ...

Innisfail RCMP and Innisfail Fire are currently on scene of a structure fire at a day home in Innisfail on 53 Ave.Mounties have confirmed, however, there are no injuries to any persons. Police are asking the community to refrain from attending that area to allow fire crews to complete their work.

Two central Albertans are facing charges after local Mounteis seized drugs and cash during a traffic stop last week.On Feb. 4, 2026, Olds RCMP Crime Reduction Unit (CRU), with assistance from the Safer Communities and Neighbourhood (SCAN), Airdrie RCMP and RCMP Police Dog Service (PDS), conducted a traffic stop followi...

A three-and-a-half year jail term has been given to a Red Deer man charged in a local drug trafficking investigation. Richard Gerald Askin, 34, was sentenced on Feb. 11, 2026, in Red Deer Court of Justice, after being convicted on counts of traffic controlled substance, possess for purpose, possess property under $5000...

The second of two suspects charged in a Ponoka shooting three-and-a-half years ago has been sentenced to seven years in jail and a lifetime firearms prohibition. Eldon James Junior Saddleback, 37, was sentenced in Edmonton Court of King's Bench on Feb. 3, 2026, after pleading guilty to counts of discharge firearm with ...

Olds RCMP arrested a man, who police say was a repeat offender, after he evaded police earlier this month.Police say on Feb. 2, members of the Olds RCMP Crime Reduction Unit (CRU), general duty officers, and Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods were investigating criminal activity.While doing so, they recognized a man,...

Alberta Mounties are hoping you can help them find a suspect who fled police in Drumheller after officers tried to pull over a stolen vehicle.On Feb. 10, 2026, at 4 p.m., Drumheller RCMP attempted to stop a vehicle that was reported stolen out of Stettler earlier in the day. Mounties allege the driver ignored the offic...

On Tuesday, tragedy struck Canada when nine people were killed, and approximately 25 were injured during a mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C.An update from the RCMP on Wednesday unveiled the identity of the shooter as 18-year-old Jesse Van Rootselaar, who was also one of the people found dead at Tumbler Ridge Seconda...

The City of Red Deer is joining communities across North America on Wednesday to recognize National 211 Day, an annual campaign celebrating the crucial role of 211. As Red Deer City Hall lights up in red Wednesday evening, 211 Alberta reminds residents that help for life's challenges is available 24/7. Officials with 2...

The Central Alberta Child Advocacy Centre (CACAC) is inviting everyone from youth and community members to businesses, non-profits, and community leaders - to share bold, innovative ideas that can reduce crimes against children and enhance child and youth safety through a new live pitch event, The Lions' Den.Set to tak...

Lacombe city council passed the third reading of a traffic bylaw that amends local school and playground zone hours to reflect current student travel patterns. This means the start times for school and playground zones will be adjusted with updated hours to line up with when children are more likely to be in the areas....

The following decisions were made at yesterday's regular city council meeting. CONSENT: Committee of the Whole (COTW) Effectiveness Council received an information report reviewing the effectiveness of the Committee of the Whole (COTW) during the 2025 calendar year. The report outlined how COTW has been used as intend...