Launch expected in weeks
Red Deer RCMP begin training for upcoming Drone as First Responder Program
The official launch of the Red Deer RCMP's Drone as First Responder (DFR) program is on the horizon.In the meantime, police say drone pilots have been honing their skills.From May 19-21, the pilots were trained on the new drones and on the regulations that govern the use of drones for emergency response, as well as ens...
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Ottawa braces for 2026 wildfire season by leasing 10 new firefighting aircraft
OTTAWA - The federal government is leasing 10 new firefighting planes and helicopters to help provinces and territories respond to wildfires this summer. Emergency Management Minister Eleanor Olszewski says provincial and territorial wildfire agencies ...
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Launch expected in weeks
Red Deer RCMP begin training for upcoming Drone as First Responder Program
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'pro rodeo belongs here'
Podcast: Pro Rodeo returns to Red Deer May 21-23
$60,000 goal
19th annual Run/Hike fundraiser for Red Deer Hospice Society returns June 7
May 23, 2026
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Referendum on a referendum: Jeffrey Rath, Naheed Nenshi, Cindy Jefferies & more react
May 23, 2026
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Launch expected in weeks
Red Deer RCMP begin training for upcoming Drone as First Responder Program
The official launch of the Red Deer RCMP's Drone as First Responder (DFR) program is on the horizon.In the meantime, police say drone pilots have been honing their skills.From May 19-21, the pilots were trained on the new drones and on the regulations that govern the use of drones for emergency response, as well as ens...
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$60,000 goal
19th annual Run/Hike fundraiser for Red Deer Hospice Society returns June 7
The 19th annual Run/Hike fundraiser in support of the Red Deer Hospice Society is just over two weeks away.On Sunday, June 7, the event, which is presented by RSM Canada, will take place at 9 a.m.Those who register for the event will have the option to run or hike one, three, or five-kilometre routes along the trails a...
May 23, 2026
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the everything red deer podcast
Referendum on a referendum: Jeffrey Rath, Naheed Nenshi, Cindy Jefferies & more react
LISTEN TO THE FULL UNFILTERED CONVERSATIONS WITH RATH, JEFFERIES, AND MORE ON THE MAY 22, 2026 EPISODE OF THE EVERYTHING RED DEER PODCAST! Despite what some might want to believe, this separation thing ain't no "nothing burger," says Alberta NDP leader Naheed Nenshi. Nenshi spoke Friday during a news conferen...
May 23, 2026
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Life-changing literacy program
Smile cookie campaign raises over $80,000 for Reading College
This year's annual Tim Horton's smile cookie campaign raised $80,604 locally in support of the Reading College.Reading College is a life-changing summer literacy program put on by the Foundation for Red Deer Public Schools that helps Grade 2 students improve their literacy skills.They made the announcement on Friday at...
May 22, 2026
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Alberta
Western Canadian premiers to gather for annual meeting amid Alberta separation talk
KANANASKIS - The annual western premiers conference kicks off in Alberta today. Leaders of British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Northwest Territories and the Yukon are to discuss business and their neighbouring relationships during the tw...
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the everything red deer podcast
Referendum on a referendum: Jeffrey Rath, Naheed Nenshi, Cindy Jefferies & more react
LISTEN TO THE FULL UNFILTERED CONVERSATIONS WITH RATH, JEFFERIES, AND MORE ON THE MAY 22, 2026 EPISODE OF THE EVERYTHING RED DEER PODCAST! Despite what some might want to believe, this separation thing ain't no "nothing burger," says Alberta NDP leader Naheed Nenshi. Nenshi spoke Friday during a news conferen...
May 23, 2026
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Artificial Intelligence
PIA doesn't "have confidence" in provincial AI investments
The provincial government is continuing to invest in AI programs to serve Albertans in all aspects of life.Just this week, the province announced a new panel on strengthening post-secondary education to prepare students to enter an AI-driven economy.On Wednesday, May 20, they also committed $10 million over three years...
May 22, 2026
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referendum on a referendum
Premier Smith addresses Albertans; unveils separation referendum question
Premier Danielle Smith made a televised address to the province Thursday night, and there will be a media availability Friday.She revealed that among the questions Albertans will answer in a referendum this October will be this one:"Should Alberta remain a province of Canada or should the Government of Alberta com...
May 22, 2026
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Local Sports
June 3 deadline
Applications now open for Red Deer Games Foundation grant program
The Red Deer Games Foundation reports that applications are now open for local athletes looking for financial assistance.The application deadline is Wednesday, June 3, and the grant is intended for individuals living in Red Deer and area who demonstrate a high level of ability and strong dedication to their sport.The a...
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Continues through Saturday
Red Deer Pro Rodeo charges out of the chute with exciting opening night
The Red Deer Pro Rodeo officially began on Thursday evening, kicking off three days of action.The family-friendly event will continue on Friday and Saturday at the Centrium at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the Centrium or online at the Tickets Alberta website.The rodeo features the top athletes in the rodeo scene ...
May 22, 2026
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Local legend
Red Deer's Peter Duncan to be inducted into Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame
In honour of a career that spanned from professional baseball to starting the Red Deer Riggers, Red Deer's Peter Duncan has been named among the 2026 inductees into the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame.Duncan joins nine inductees in the individual category, three in the team category, and one in the family category, ...
May 20, 2026
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Canada
India's commerce minister says Carney's recent visit helped reset relations
OTTAWA - India's Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal says Prime Minister Mark Carney's recent visit to his country paved the way for a complete overhaul of the Canada-India relationship Goyal is in Canada for meetings on trade and investment th...
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Grave of Canadian soldier from First World War identified in cemetery in France
OTTAWA - The Department of National Defence says it has confirmed that a previously unidentified grave in France for a Canadian First World War soldier belongs to Sgt. Norman McLennan. The headstone at the Courcelette British Cemetery in northern Franc...
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First Nations decry denialism on anniversary of suspected graves found at B.C. site
KAMLOOPS - A First Nations leadership group says attempts to minimize "well-documented atrocities" at residential schools since the announcement that potential graves had been found in Kamloops, B.C., five years ago represent "racism, white supremacy a...
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Ottawa braces for 2026 wildfire season by leasing 10 new firefighting aircraft
OTTAWA - The federal government is leasing 10 new firefighting planes and helicopters to help provinces and territories respond to wildfires this summer. Emergency Management Minister Eleanor Olszewski says provincial and territorial wildfire agencies ...
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Carney points to Brexit, warns Alberta separation push could be 'dangerous bluff'
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney said Monday the Alberta referendum on separation is a "dangerous bluff" if anyone thinks its results could be used as leverage in future negotiations. Carney said he saw those effects first-hand when he was the gover...
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In the news today: Parliament returns, Western premiers meet, N.S. care workers rally
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... MPs return for Ottawa to begin the final sitting days before summer break The House of Commons reconvenes today for a final stretch before the summer recess, with...
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World
Risk of a catastrophic explosion has been eliminated at chemical tank in California, authorities say
The risk of a catastrophic explosion at a damaged chemical tank in Southern California has been eliminated following a close overnight inspection that confirmed a crack in the tank relieved pressure and cooled the chemical, authorities said Monday. ...
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Husband of former Scottish leader pleads guilty to embezzlement from party
LONDON (AP) - The estranged husband of former Scottish leader Nicola Sturgeon pleaded guilty Monday to embezzling more than 400,000 pounds ($540,000) from the Scottish National Party when he was its chief executive. Peter Murrell, 62, was...
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Turkish police storm offices of main opposition CHP party, firing tear gas and rubber bullets
ANKARA (AP) - Police stormed the offices of Turkey's main opposition CHP party on Sunday, firing tear gas and rubber bullets at party supporters and officials who had been holed up inside for three days. It was a violent end to a standoff...
May 24, 2026
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