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Red Deer RCMP thanks its volunteers

Red Deer RCMP would like to thank the dozens of volunteers who give their time, knowledge and skills to serve our community. "On behalf of everyone at the Red Deer RCMP, we sincerely thank all of our ...

Apr 22, 2020

Red Deerians show support for local RCMP following tragic shootings in Nova Scotia

The tragic fatal shootings of what is known to be at least 22 victims including one RCMP officer in Nova Scotia over the weekend, has garnered an outpouring of support for the RCMP in Red Deer.Sgt. Ka...

Apr 21, 2020 Flags at Red Deer's downtown RCMP Detachment are at half-mast following the tragic shootings of at least 22 victims, including an RCMP officer in Nova Scotia over the weekend. (rdnewsNOW/Sheldon Spackman)

Thanking front line hospital heroes at Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre with a donation

Red Deer Regional Health Foundation is encouraging Red Deer and Central Alberta to show their support and appreciation to our front line hospital heroes at Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre through th...

Apr 21, 2020

Geese statues wearing face masks at Bower Ponds

A city artist is winging it to show support for those on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic. The artist, wishing to remain anonymous, has placed facemasks on some of the goose statues at Bower Po...

Apr 21, 2020 (Photo submitted)

Connect with nature this 50th annual Earth Day

Wednesday, April 22 will mark the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, a movement that since 1970 has engaged more than 190 countries in appreciation and respect for the planet.This year's celebrations will...

Apr 21, 2020 A moose is seen here at the Gaetz Lakes Sanctuary in Red Deer. (Todd Nivens)

Drive-thru market in Gasoline Alley a hit with locals

Central Albertans have been capitalizing in big numbers on their chance to purchase fresh, locally sourced produce for their dinner tables during the COVID-19 pandemic. For the past four weeks, Innisf...

Apr 20, 2020 (Innisfail Growers)

Ponoka town council donates $2000 to food bank during COVID-19 outbreak

Ponoka Town Council is donating $2000 to the Ponoka Food Bank to help support those in need during the COVID-19 crisis. Council approved the motion during its regular meeting this week, which was held...

Apr 16, 2020

Town of Sylvan Lake allocates additional grant funding for two local agencies

The Town of Sylvan Lake has announced additional help for a pair of local agencies aiming to address increased demand for their services amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Town officials say council has ap...

Apr 16, 2020

Blackfalds moving outdoor rink for multi-plex expansion

Blackfalds town council has approved to move the community's outdoor rink currently located to the south of the Multi-Plex Arena to the north east side of Harvest Meadows/Willow Park.With the highly a...

Apr 16, 2020

Drayton Valley Community Foundation delivering pizza for monthly community dinner

After canceling March's community dinner in Drayton Valley amid the start of COVID-19, the Drayton Valley Community Foundation will be holding a dinner this month, in a different style than usual.Inst...

Apr 16, 2020