Until Aug. 31
Red Deer Rebels co-hosting school supply drive
The Red Deer Rebels have partnered with a local business to host a school supply drive.From Aug. 10-31, those hoping to donate can drop off school supplies at participating CARSTAR locations at 4517 54 Avenue and 498 McCoy Drive #1.Some of the most needed items include backpacks, pencils, notebooks, folders, crayons, m...
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A timeline of Donald Trump's trade war with Canada
OTTAWA - Donald Trump was elected to a second term as U.S. President in 2024 and it's been a roller-coaster ever since for Canadian leaders and businesses. He has threatened, enacted, modified and delayed multiple rounds of tariffs, only to announce ad...
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Until Aug. 31
Red Deer Rebels co-hosting school supply drive
The Red Deer Rebels have partnered with a local business to host a school supply drive.From Aug. 10-31, those hoping to donate can drop off school supplies at participating CARSTAR locations at 4517 54 Avenue and 498 McCoy Drive #1.Some of the most needed items include backpacks, pencils, notebooks, folders, crayons, m...
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In the hot seat
Lacombe town hall turns heated as residents voice AI data centre concerns
Alberta Technology and Innovation Minister Nate Glubish was in the hot seat Wednesday evening.In front of approximately 300-400 people at the Lacombe Memorial Centre, he fielded questions and concerns from citizens in the government's first of three in-person town halls on Artificial Intelligence data centres.Glubish, ...
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Following an investigation
Blackfalds RCMP officer arrested for intimate partner violence
A Blackfalds RCMP officer is facing multiple charges following an investigation into intimate partner violence.According to a media release from the Government of Alberta, the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) was directed on July 9 to investigate allegations of intimate partner violence involving an off-d...
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Affordability issues
Canadian Taxpayers Federation calls on province to cut Alberta gas tax
The Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF) is calling on the provincial government to eliminate its gas tax amidst affordability concerns by citizens.On Wednesday, at a press conference held in Gasoline Alley, Kris Sims, Alberta Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, said the federal government also needs to keep ...
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Alberta
$3.2 Million
Alberta government aiming to strengthen early intervention supports
The Alberta government says it is investing more than $3 million to help families access supports before a crisis happens.Provincial officials say grant applications are now open for Family Resource Network programs to provide prevention and early intervention services that support Alberta families, including children ...
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CTIP Grant
Alberta government investing $5.5 million toward human trafficking prevention efforts
The Alberta government has announced an investment of $5.5 million to help combat and prevent human trafficking, while supporting victims and survivors across the province.Provincial officials point out that human trafficking is a violation of fundamental human rights that exploits vulnerable individuals, strips them o...
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Proactive Crime Reduction
Alberta RCMP provide tips to curb mail theft
The Alberta RCMP is providing tips to help prevent mail theft. Mounties say preventing mail theft is important as it can lead to further crimes such as identity theft.To help curb mail theft, consider the following tips:Install a locking mailbox. A locked mailbox can help deter thieves from taking your mail.Collect mai...
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Affordability issues
Canadian Taxpayers Federation calls on province to cut Alberta gas tax
The Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF) is calling on the provincial government to eliminate its gas tax amidst affordability concerns by citizens.On Wednesday, at a press conference held in Gasoline Alley, Kris Sims, Alberta Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, said the federal government also needs to keep ...
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Local Sports
Two regular season games
BCHL to host Road Show event featuring Blackfalds Bulldogs in Cold Lake
The British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL) announced they'll host their upcoming Road Show event in Cold Lake, Alta.On Feb. 12 and 13, 2027, the Blackfalds Bulldogs will face the Sherwood Park Crusaders in two regular season games at the Cold Lake Energy Centre.In addition, the event will feature some community engageme...
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In Medicine Hat
Red Deer Rockets softball team wins silver at Special Olympics Canada Summer Games
The 2026 Special Olympics Canada Summer Games in Medicine Hat wrapped up last week, and multiple central Albertans returned with some hardware.With approximately 1,700 participants and 1,500 volunteers, the week-long tournament featured 10 different sports and concluded on Saturday.The sports included athletics, basket...
Aug 18, 2026
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156 competitors
Two golfers from Red Deer to compete in Canadian Men's Mid Amateur Championship
A pair of Red Deerians are set to compete in the 2026 Canadian Men's Mid Amateur Championship.From Aug. 18-21, Cody Mast and Derek Crichton will play in the four-round tournament among 156 competitors aged 25 and over in hopes of winning the title.The tournament, which is a 72-hole stroke play event, is set to take pla...
Aug 18, 2026
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Canada
CP NewsAlert: B.C. pulp mill where 350 work will permanently close
The British Columbia government says Domtar is permanently closing its Howe Sound pulp mill, which the company says has 350 workers. Forests Minister Ravi Parmar says it's an "immensely difficult day" for the Sunshine Coast, with the loss of livelihood...
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B.C. court ruling reveals drug suspects sought by U.S. could seek trial in Canada
VANCOUVER - Three men facing extradition to the United States over their alleged involvement in transnational drug trafficking may seek to be tried in Canada, but the British Columbia Supreme Court says the prospect is "speculative at this point." Gur...
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Some shoppers say 'not a chance' they'll Buy American booze if Ontario brings it back
TORONTO - The ban on American booze has emerged as a key sticking point in Canada's trade negotiations with the United States, but some shoppers in Ontario say they won't reach for California wine or Kentucky bourbon even if they reappear on store shel...
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A timeline of Donald Trump's trade war with Canada
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B.C.'s youngest wildfire evacuees begin processing the return home
An early childhood education expert says young wildfire evacuees are likely to feel the impact on their sense of safety even after they return home. University of British Columbia instructor Negar Khodarahmi says parents returning to the Summerland, B....
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Montreal police used banned hog-tie restraint before man, 29, died, coroner finds
MONTREAL - A Quebec coroner is urging Montreal police to review its restraint and use of force practices following the 2025 death of a 29-year-old man. According to Géhane Kamel's report dated Aug. 12, police use of a hog-tie restraint technique likel...
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World
A magnitude 6.7 earthquake shakes Peru's southern Andes, injuring at least 2 and damaging homes
LIMA, Peru (AP) - A magnitude 6.7 earthquake shook Peru's southern Andes Mountains on Thursday, injuring at least two people and damaging homes, health centers and schools, authorities said. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the qu...
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Cameroon's President Biya returns after a long stay abroad raises health concerns
YAOUNDE, Cameroon (AP) - President Paul Biya returned Thursday to Cameroon after staying abroad for more than two months, which had raised concerns about the 93-year-old leader's health and a possible power vacuum in the Central African country. ...
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Federal agents seize devices from ex-Rep. Eric Swalwell in sexual misconduct probe, AP source says
WASHINGTON (AP) - Federal agents seized electronic devices from former Rep. Eric Swalwell and searched his Washington home as part of an investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct by the ex-Democratic congressman from California, according to ...
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