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City united with community in fight against racism

The City of Red Deer says it wants to "be part of the voice of change" in the fight against racism in our city and around the world. On Monday, The City posted a statement to its website to express so...

Jun 15, 2020

Local communities planning for re-opening of rec facilities

With Stage 2 of Alberta's Relaunch Strategy now underway, plans are being made for the re-opening of some popular local recreation facilities.The Town of Blackfalds says it is implementing a 'soft' op...

Jun 12, 2020

Two city schools add colour with Literacy on the Move

Holy Family School, St. Teresa of Avila School and Maryview School are participating in Literacy on the Move this month, where lawn signs will be displayed around the schools with the story "As Big as...

Jun 09, 2020

New initiative connects business professionals with Red Deer non-profits

The Red Deer & District Chamber of Commerce and Volunteer Central are excited to partner in an initiative that matches the skills of staff from local businesses with volunteer-based organizations....

Jun 09, 2020

Red Deerians can share stories with new online archives tool

Red Deerians are invited to share their digital records with the Red Deer & District Archives via a new online donation tool, launching in time for International Archives Week, June 8-14, 2020.Int...

Jun 09, 2020

Rebels surprise Red Deer family to brighten the mood

The Red Deer Rebels were back out in the community on Monday for the first time since COVID-19 essentially put a halt public acts on volunteerism.With the help of Save-On-Foods, Rebels forward Josh Ta...

Jun 08, 2020

Inaugural Dan Jefferies Memorial Golf Tournament moves online

Central Albertans are encouraged to play a round of golf, enjoy a cold local brew, and honour a much-loved member of the community - all for a great cause.The First Annual Dan Jefferies Memorial Golf ...

Jun 06, 2020

Clearview Public Schools presents Award of Merit

Clearview Public Schools is pleased to announce that Judith Birdsell, PhD has been selected as the 2020 recipient of the Clearview Award of Merit. The Clearview Award of Merit is offered to present or...

Jun 06, 2020

WHL players take on racial inequality in viral video

Some say at times like these, silence is the enemy. Silence is compliance. Silence is betrayal.Kishaun Gervais did not want to be silent - nor did his friends.The former Prince Albert Mintos standout ...

Jun 05, 2020

Hundreds turn out for second anti-racism protest in Red Deer

After about 150 people turned out for a similar event on Monday, a substantially larger crowd showed up in downtown Red Deer on Friday to protest against racism.The protest, which blocked several inte...

Jun 05, 2020