Community

Drug debris cleanup program returns thanks to generous donation

A project offering individuals who use drugs the opportunity to safely collect and dispose of drug debris in Red Deer is making a comeback.After a three-year hiatus, Turning Point has announced that t...

Sep 17, 2020

Sylvan Lake library turfs overdue fines

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library has eliminated all overdue fines for library materials, effective immediately. All existing overdue fines are forgiven, except for lost or damaged materials. "We want to ...

Sep 15, 2020

City issues call for applications for Community Recreation Enhancement Grant

Non-profit groups are invited to apply for funding through The City of Red Deer's Community Recreation Enhancement Grant. The program provides funding to enhance the delivery of community recreation p...

Sep 15, 2020

Innisfail Smile Cookie Campaign supports mentoring programs

Back again for its 24th year, Tim Hortons Smile Cookie week is supporting charities in communities across the country. This includes Big Brothers Big Sisters of Red Deer and District in Innisfail - on...

Sep 15, 2020

Tensions high as groups clash outside Ponoka RCMP Detachment

Emotions ran high as two groups verbally clashed Monday afternoon in front of the Ponoka RCMP Detachment.Black and Indigenous Alliance Alberta (BIAA) held a press conference in front of the detachment...

Sep 14, 2020

New store at Bower Place supporting Central Alberta Child Advocacy Centre

The Central Alberta Child Advocacy Centre (CACAC) has partnered with a local art and literature studio in hopes of raising awareness of their important work in the community.The B Nest Studios has ope...

Sep 10, 2020

Burger (and pint) of the Month raises over $1,800 for MS Society

Bam! August was the month to celebrate all things summer, to soak in the sunshine, and "The Pineapple Smash" was the perfect patio burger!Adam Nachbaur of Snake Lake Brewing Company was the mastermind...

Sep 09, 2020

Lawyers hope to erase racist and misogynistic nickname of mountain landmark

Momentum is building to properly name a prominent landmark on a mountain in the Alberta Rockies because its commonly used nickname is racist and misogynistic. The feature, which has been known since t...

Sep 06, 2020

Pandemic forces change of plans for local World Suicide Prevention Day event

September is Suicide Prevention Month and despite the COVID-19 pandemic, officials with Suicide Information and Education Services are hoping to let people know they are still here to support central ...

Sep 04, 2020

Facebook group aims to keep Halloween alive and safe in Red Deer during COVID-19

A local parent wants to help ensure Red Deer kids can still enjoy Halloween to the fullest while following COVID-19 public health guidelines.Alysa Marance has created the Red Deer Trick or Treat Faceb...

Sep 03, 2020