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High demand in Trades
Survey: healthy hiring climate ahead but job seekers' skillsets not matching the need
The hiring climate is looking healthy for the next few months in central Alberta, according to the latest survey by Manpower. However, a gap remains unbridged between skillsets job seekers have, and what employers need. The global workforce solutions company released this month the results of their quarterly Employment...
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Myles Doupe
Chinook's Edge staff member combines love of 3D printing with desire to help hospitalized children
A Chinook's Edge staff member is making a difference in the lives of hospitalized children. Myles Doupe, a member of the Chinook's Edge technology team, is donating toys he has created on his 3-D printer to the Red Deer Hospital Foundation. The foundation gives them to the hospital to share with children during their s...
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Second Floor of City Hall
Red Deer Archives celebrates 60th anniversary with new exhibit
In celebration of their 60th anniversary, Red Deer Archives launched a new exhibit this week called Archival Gems. City officials say the exhibit features favourite images selected by Archives staff and Mayor Ken Johnston, along with a brief explanation of why it was chosen."I am so pleased to help the Red Deer Ar...
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May 2023 Incidents
Court dates set for Red Deer men accused of conspiring to commit murder
A preliminary hearing date and a trial date have been scheduled for two central Alberta men accused of conspiring to commit murder last year.Chrys Andrew Tremblay, 46, a resident of Red Deer, is scheduled for a preliminary hearing in Drumheller Court of Justice from June 10-11, 2024, to determine if his case has enough...
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Red Deer and Area

recognition
Red Deer Catholic awarded by Parkland Regional Safety Committee for dedication to safety
Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools (RDCRS) was given two awards by the Parkland Regional Safety Committee (PRSC) this month. At a luncheon held on March 18, Lisa Vogt, recently retired Health and Safety Manager for RDCRS, was honored with the prestigious 2024 Long Service Award by the PRSC. The Division says the distin...
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water sharing agreement in the works
Red Deer County ups fines for violating water restrictions as severe drought possibility looms
The City of Red Deer and Red Deer County, along with other municipalities in the region, are inching towards a finalized Water Sharing Agreement (WSA).Announced by the province earlier this year, the impetus for WSAs comes from the need to prepare for a major drought scenario later this year, which also has municipalit...
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Looking for dashcam footage
RCMP responding to multiple MVCs on area highways, including fatal hit and run near Innisfail
UPDATE: March 28, 2024, 1:30 p.m. RCMP remain on scene at the fatal hit and run on Highway 590 near Highway 805. Based on initial evidence obtained at the scene, RCMP believe that the vehicle involved is a 2019 or older Chevrolet or GMC 2500 or 3500 HD pick up truck. The vehicle will have damage to its passenger side. ...
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March 28: 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Temporary closure on Thursday at Sylvan Lake Advanced Ambulatory Care
The Sylvan Lake Advanced Ambulatory Care Service (SLAACS) will be temporarily closed tomorrow, according to Alberta Health Services (AHS). They say the Service will be temporarily closed from 7:30 a.m. until 10 p.m. on March 28 due to gaps in physician coverage. Normal business hours will resume March 29 at 7:30 a.m. P...
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officer "acted properly"
ASIRT: No wrongdoing in deadly December 2022 police-involved shooting in Maskwacis
The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) has concluded its investigation into police conduct related to an incident that occurred in Maskwacis on Dec. 1, 2022.The incident, which led to the death of one man, involved actions by police who were, "acting properly in the execution of their duties."&quo...
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engaging politicians and decision-makers
'Community Strong' launches to unite central Albertans for positive change
A new non-partisan group has formed in central Alberta to encourage central Albertans, organizers say, in the pursuit of positive change, by engaging with municipal politicians, local organizations, and key decision-makers.Community Strong says its launch coincides coincidentally with the upcoming Red Deer byelection, ...
Mar 27, 2024
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Awaiting provincial input
Wolf Creek Public Schools' budget deliberation delayed
Wolf Creek Public Schools' Board of Trustees convened to initiate discussions on the budget for the 2024/25 school year. The board reviewed budget expectations and preliminary accounting, but say they were unable to proceed with deliberation on financial allocations for the upcoming school year without the funding manu...
Mar 27, 2024
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April 22, 2024
Nominations are in for the 2024 By-Election
Officials with the City of Red Deer say nominations are now confirmed for the historic first-ever By-Election that will take place in Red Deer on April 22, 2024."This is history in the making," said Jessica Robinson, Returning Officer for The City of Red Deer. "For the first time, Red Deer residents will...
Mar 27, 2024
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Restoring Normalcy
Central Alberta tattoo artist offers services to Wings of Hope
A central Alberta tattoo artist is offering her services to an organization that provides assistance to those battling breast cancer. Lanna Richmond, a Red Deer tattoo artist says she reached out to Calgary-based Wings of Hope. "They help people with the financial side [for] people who are going through breast can...
Mar 27, 2024
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47-Year-Old Victim
RCMP investigating fatal crash involving Red Deer woman
RCMP are sending their condolences to the family and friends of a Red Deer woman after a fatal collision in southern Alberta Monday.On March 25, 2024, at approximately 7 p.m., Piikani Nation, Pincher Creek and Fort Macleod RCMP responded to a report of a serious motor vehicle collision on Highway 3 near Brockett. Upon ...
Mar 26, 2024
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$50s & 100s
Red Deer RCMP warn public of counterfeit currency circulating throughout community
Red Deer RCMP are alerting the public to look out for counterfeit currency.Red Deer RCMP have received multiple reports of transactions where $50 and $100 counterfeit bills were used or attempted to be used. Anyone in the area who handles currency are alerted to be on the lookout for suspicious bills and should they co...
Mar 26, 2024
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Supporting Youth
Glendale Skatepark Mentorship program receives boost
Red Deer's Glendale Skatepark, located next door to the Northside Community Centre YMCA, is a magnet for young people in the area, many of whom need guidance and support from role models who understand them. That according to YMCA officials who say to meet this need, the YMCA's Skatepark Mentorship program began in 202...
Mar 26, 2024
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March 1-6, 2024
Red Deer's Angels in Mexico
Over five days, a six-man team from RDES trained 100 bomberos from eleven Mexican municipalities with the Angels for Mexico program.From March 1 to 6, six members of the Red Deer Emergency Services team made their way to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico as part of the Angels for Mexico program.Angels for Mexico is a non-profit ...
Mar 26, 2024
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overcoming adversity
Central Middle student wins Braille Challenge
A grade seven student at Red Deer Public is the winner of this year's Alberta Regional Braille Challenge.Now, Brynn Larsen, a grade seven student at Central Middle School, is being celebrated for breaking down barriers and being an inspiration.The challenge is comprised of reading and writing portions, and promotes the...
Mar 26, 2024
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year of the alpaca
Open Farm Days taking registrations for 2024 event
Registration is now open for the 2024 edition of Alberta Open Farm Days, which goes Aug. 17-18.The long-running two-day celebration of agriculture lets Albertans get an inside glimpse of where their food comes from with unique on-farm experiences.This year, Open Farm Days celebrates the Year of the Alpaca, one of the p...
Mar 26, 2024
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Municipal By-Election April 22, 2024
Nomination Day and Special Ballot applications for Red Deer by-election
It's Nomination Day for the 2024 Municipal By-Election and staff are onsite at Red Deer City Hall to accept nomination packages until noon. Also, starting today, officials note eligible voters can apply for a Special Ballot to participate in the by-election. The City says Special Ballots will be mailed to voters or be ...
Mar 25, 2024
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kill them with kindness
Red Deer youth share accounts of discrimination, encourage kindness at 9th annual CommUnity: Power of One
Attendees were glued to the words of four youth at this week's ninth annual CommUnity: Power of One event in Red Deer. The event, hosted by Red Deer Local Immigration Partnership, happens every year around the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, and aims to remember, reimagine and rebuild co...
Mar 24, 2024
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last seen march 22 in cochrane
MISSING: Brian Richard Wood, 42, of Didsbury
Didsbury RCMP is requesting the public's assistance in locating missing 42-year-old Brian Richard Wood. Brian was last seen in Cochrane, Alta., on March 22, 2024, RCMP say.Brian left work around noon stating he was not feeling well and has not been seen since. He drove away in a grey 2005 Nissan Xterra, Ab license plat...
Mar 23, 2024
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opened in 1973
Western Crop Innovations launches April 1 in Lacombe
The Government of Alberta announced this week that it is relaunching the Field Crop Development Centre in Lacombe as Western Crops Innovations (WCI).Launched in 1973, the FCDC has, in recent years, been managed by Olds College.WCI will be a non-profit corporation with an interim board, and serve as a global leader, the...
Mar 23, 2024
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you'll want to know how to help
St. John Ambulance hopes more will sign up for First Aid and CPR courses
St. John Ambulance is encouraging more Albertans to become certified in First Aid and CPR.The organization offers different course levels around Alberta, including at its learning centre just off 67 Street near Golden West in Red Deer.Kathy Rivers, Training and Community Service Coordinator says no one wants to be in a...
Mar 23, 2024
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County of Stettler councillor named president of Alberta Seniors and Community Housing Association
County of Stettler Councillor James Nibourg has been appointed president of the Alberta Seniors and Community House Association (ASCHA).A councillor for 13 years, Nibourg previously served on the ASCHA Board as a director and vice president. His passion for serving Albertans, especially seniors, is evident in his work ...
Mar 23, 2024
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changing the cycle
Beyond Food Community Hub promoting period equity in Blackfalds
A program in Blackfalds continues to push for Changing the Cycle.The Beyond Food Community Hub in the central Alberta town launched Changing the Cycle in 2022 hoping to make it easier for people who menstruate to access menstrual products, and also to raise awareness about the fact that items should be more accessible....
Mar 23, 2024
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year-long investigation
Red Deer woman charged in connection to drone drug delivery at Drumheller prison
A resident of Red Deer has been arrested and charged in connection to a year-long investigation in Drumheller.RCMP say it was January 2023 when they initiated an investigation into drug trafficking following the discovery of multiple packages believed to have been dropped at Drumheller Institution utilizing a drone.Dur...
Mar 23, 2024
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thursday, march 21
Murder-related charges laid after man found dead in north Red Deer
Two people are facing murder-related charges in Red Deer, and Alberta RCMP Major Crimes Unit is investigating. RCMP say that on March 21, at 3:51 p.m., members received a report of a shooting that had allegedly occurred at an apartment building on Parke Avenue on Red Deer's north end in the Pines neighbourhood. When of...
Mar 23, 2024
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