A mistrial has been declared in the case of a Red Deer massage therapist accused of sexual assault.Brian Moore, now 52, had a scheduled jury trial last week, April 15-19, at Red Deer Court of King's Bench.The reasons for the mistrial are not fully clear at this time, though a new court date of May 6 has been set to det...

The City of Red Deer is hosting a free decibel-reading event this Saturday to help motorists identify if their vehicle exceeds the decibel level limits set in the Community Standards Bylaw.Local Peace Officers and members from Red Deer RCMP's Traffic Unit will be set up in the P9 parking lot across from the downtown RC...

A trial date has been set for an employee of a care facility in Didsbury following accusations of abuse. Maximino Mendoza Garcia, 49, a resident of Didsbury, is scheduled for trial in Didsbury Court of Justice on Oct. 3, 2024. Didsbury RCMP say it was Nov. 7, 2023, when they received a report alleging physical abuse of...

About 500 Hunting Hills students are set to raise awareness for mental wellness, and support positive initiatives, 'one pedal at a time' at the school's biennial Bike-A-Thon event. The event is scheduled to take place Thursday, April 25 at 12 p.m. at Hunting Hills High School located at 150 Lockwood Avenue, Red Deer. O...

With 100 per cent voting stations reporting, Red Deerians have elected a new city councillor during The City's first ever by-election. Unofficial results of the 2024 Municipal By-Election are as follows: Councillor for The City of Red Deer Number of positions to be filled: 1 Candidate Votes 1 BUCHANAN, S.H. (Buck)...

A local farmer from central Alberta will be featured as a guest speaker at the annual Alberta Community Crime Prevention Association (ACCPA) conference this May to speak about crime and mental health initiatives in rural communities. From May 6 -8, held at the Westin Hotel in Calgary, the conference brings together law...

Red Deer Public Schools is excited to launch its Division-wide Open House Series.Residents can get an inside look at what makes our schools exceptional. Meet the incredible staff, learn about programming and see where your child learns and grows. Regardless of your child's grade or age, we invite you to see and hear ab...

An investigation remains ongoing following a fire in Olds over the weekend.On April 19, 2024, at approximately 10:30 p.m., Olds RCMP and Olds Fire Department responded to a structure fire at Olds Association for Community Living. Upon arrival, Mounties say it was determined that the building had been unlawfully entered...

Red Deerians will cast their votes Monday, April 22 in the city's first ever municipal byelection. Monday's vote follows three days of advanced voting which began Thursday, April 18. Voters can cast their ballot at Parkland Mall, Baymont by Wyndham Red Deer, and Prairie Pavillion at Westerner Park from 10:00 a.m.-8:00 ...

The Central Alberta Sexual Assault Support Centre (CASASC) is set to observe Sexual Violence Awareness Month (SVAM) this May, with learning opportunities happening throughout the month.CASASC will provide resources and information on social media and on their website that can help victims, supports and the community un...

A central Alberta business powerhouse, who was more importantly a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, was remembered fondly by hundreds on Saturday in Red Deer.Jack Donald died Jan. 18 at age 89, leaving behind a legacy of generous philanthropy, business pioneering, and community service....

A new report from CalgaryHomes.ca is putting the spotlight on rapidly increasing home prices in municipalities across Alberta.The report analyzed house sales data from the Alberta Real Estate Association (AREA) and the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) from February 2023 to February 2024.In Red Deer, the price of...

Alberta Health Services says construction will soon begin on expansion of the parkade at Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre.Initial stages of construction begin April 22, with construction scaffolding to be installed over the parkade entrance, during which time traffic will be reduced to one lane.The following day, scaf...

Red Deer RCMP have arrested and charged a local man in connection to a stolen vehicle that was located late last month.On March 31, RCMP were conducting patrols when they observed a vehicle that had been reported stolen earlier that morning.Police attempted to conduct a traffic stop but the driver fled.The vehicle was ...

The City of Red Deer and Red Deer County have been jointly awarded a $100,000 grant from the Northern and Regional Economic Development (NRED) Program, for joint regional growth and economic development.This was reported April 10 (see below), but the City and County are now expanding on what the grant will allow them t...

Red Deer RCMP are warning residents about a jewelry scam making the rounds.The warning comes as there's been an uptick in local reports of scams involving gold.RCMP say suspects have been approaching people in parking lots, gas stations or other public locations, offering gold jewelry for sale, as a gift, or as a trade...

Lacombe County has implemented a Fire Restriction.The restriction comes in response to exceptionally dry conditions and a lack of foreseeable precipitation, the municipality says.Lacombe County has cancelled current fire permits and suspended any fire permit requests. All existing fires to which the ban applies must be...

The final report for the Central Alberta Older Adult Employment Strategy Assessment Project has been released. Beginning in April 2023, the Golden Circle Senior Resource Centre and the Red Deer & District Chamber of Commerce conducted the project, funded by the provincial and federal governments and administered by...

Alberta RCMP and Red Deer Polytechnic have released new statements regarding a fire that occurred on campus this past Sunday, April 14. The incident has been the subject of online rumours and speculation since it occurred, leading to misinformation and disinformation. The new statements offer clarity, though not on eve...

Carnival Cinemas has a new vision in mind for their location in Red Deer's Capstone neighbourhood. City council passed first reading on Monday to amend the Land Use Bylaw and the Capstone Area Redevelopment Plan to rezone 5402 47 Street from CAP-TD Capstone Taylor Drive District to CAP-PR Capstone Primarily Residential...

Over 65 participants from various sectors including law enforcement, victim services, and other support agencies recently assembled in Lacombe for a comprehensive two-day training program focused on combating family violence. The event, which brought together experts locally and from surrounding areas, aimed to equip ...

Red Deer residents have raised some concerns with the new Zoning Bylaw's increase in allowable building heights. At a public hearing on Monday, city council heard from nearly a dozen residents and read various written public comments received during public engagement initiatives. Previously known as the Land Use Bylaw,...

Three days of advance voting begins Thursday for Red Deer's upcoming byelection next week.Advance voting takes place April 18-20, 2024, from 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. at the Parkland Mall, Baymont by Wyndham Red Deer, and Prairie Pavillion nat Westerner Park.There are 10 candidates running for Red Deer's current vacant city...

A new family physician is practicing out of Red Deer's Easthill Medicine Clinic, AHS shares.Dr. Kamal Mustafa is now accepting new patients, and does offer hospitalist and palliative care at Red Deer Regional Hospital in addition.Individuals can arrange a meet-and-greet by calling 403-343-0115."Red Deer has a grow...

An Innisfail resident has been charged following a recent traffic stop.RCMP say it was on April 13 when members in Innisfail observed a motorcycle in town with no license plate.Officers attempted a traffic stop, however the motorcycle did not stop and instead accelerated at high speed. Police say the motorcycle drove t...

The Red Deer and District Chamber says it has reviewed the federal budget and despite a few bright spots, says there are no efforts to boost productivity and innovation in the country which the organization says is sorely needed for economic growth. Scott Robinson CEO for the Red Deer District Chamber commented, "...

Red Deer city council approved three Alberta Municipalities (AB Munis) policy resolutions to guide their advocacy efforts, ranging from federal funding for transit, provincial direction regarding the permanent shelter, and governmental funding for permanent supportive housing. Each year, municipalities across the provi...

The first annual Sunterra Sun Run goes down May 11 in Red Deer, but organizers say they need more runners to sign up.The event will feature multiple distances plus live music on stage, beer gardens, and a fun zone for kids outside the Bower-Kin Community Centre on Boyce Street -- as long as it's sunny. The races go rai...