No flooding expected
High streamflow advisory now in effect for Battle River Basin
A high streamflow advisory has been put in effect for the Battle River Basin.The advisory was issued by the Government of Alberta, Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas, which indicates the water levels have risen as a result of recent rain.The Town of Ponoka is advising the public to be cautious around the river...
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Heavy rain throughout AB
Red Deer records 42 millimetres of rain over weekend
After two days of consistent rain, Red Deer reportedly received over 40 millimetres over the weekend.According to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), Red Deer had 42 mm of rain on Saturday and Sunday.The weather summary by ECCC also reports that Lacombe had 47 mm, Rocky Mountain House received 22 mm, and Camr...
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Over 15,000 pounds for food bank
Borouge International E1 Turnaround benefits multiple central Alberta community causes
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Local Man Charged
Trial date scheduled in Ponoka break-and-enter
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Conditions as of June 16
Major crops in Central Alberta still rated good-to-excellent, despite cooler temps and high precipitation
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Red Deer and Area
Over 15,000 pounds for food bank
Borouge International E1 Turnaround benefits multiple central Alberta community causes
Borouge International, formerly known as NOVA Chemicals, did its part in giving back to central Alberta causes last week.On Friday, the Borouge International Ethylene One turnaround team, consisting of both permanent employees and contracting partners, gave back to the community during its food drive called 'food mount...
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Local Man Charged
Trial date scheduled in Ponoka break-and-enter
A trial date has been set for a man charged in a Ponoka break-and-enter last month. Daryl Huff, 35, of Ponoka, is scheduled for trial in Ponoka Court of Justice on Oct. 23, 2026. He's charged with one count of housebreaking with intent, in the alleged incident. Meantime, Huff has also been scheduled for a preliminary h...
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Conditions as of June 16
Major crops in Central Alberta still rated good-to-excellent, despite cooler temps and high precipitation
Major crops are rated at 81 per cent good-to-excellent throughout the Central Alberta region, though below average temperatures and high precipitation have slowed growth. That according to the latest Alberta Crop Report from Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) and the Government of Alerta.The report indic...
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No flooding expected
High streamflow advisory now in effect for Battle River Basin
A high streamflow advisory has been put in effect for the Battle River Basin.The advisory was issued by the Government of Alberta, Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas, which indicates the water levels have risen as a result of recent rain.The Town of Ponoka is advising the public to be cautious around the river...
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Alberta
Provincial Politics
Alberta nixes booze price hike after premier, Calgary mayor snipe at each other
The Alberta government says it has directed the provincial liquor regulator to reverse course on hikes to the minimum price of alcohol sold in bars and restaurants. The increase, which took effect earlier this month, mandates higher minimum prices on everything from spirits and liquors to wine, beer and cider. For exam...
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'Reconciliation built over time'
Province's Indigenous minister issues statement on National Indigenous Peoples Day
Alberta's Minister of Indigenous Relations, Rajan Sawhney, recognized National Indigenous Peoples Day with a prepared statement Sunday morning."Today marks National Indigenous Peoples Day, an opportunity to celebrate the rich cultures, histories and leadership of First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples,"...
Jun 21, 2026
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AUPE terms it 'cold, cynical, and greedy'
Alberta goverment weakening the public health care system: provincial employees union
In a strong statement Saturday morning, Alberta's Union of Provincial Employees said, it believes, the UCP government is choosing to weaken the public system to fuel 'for profit' operators."Every health worker in a private facility, or every health worker doing for-profit work in a public hospital, is one less wor...
Jun 20, 2026
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across alberta
Discounted rates to visit Alberta museums and sites this summer
Alberta's participation in the Canada Strong Pass will allow Albertans to visit a great number of museums and sites in the province this summer at a discounted rate.General admission to these sites will be free for children 17 and under, and half-price for those aged 18-24. There is no limit on visits."We're pleas...
Jun 19, 2026
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Local Sports
Early September hockey
Red Deer Rebels release preseason schedule
The Red Deer Rebels announced their schedule for the 2026 WHL preseason.They will play four exhibition games beginning on Friday, Sept. 4, against the Calgary Hitmen on the road at the Seven Chiefs Sportsplex at 7 p.m., followed by a rematch on Saturday, Sept. 5, at the Centrium at 6 p.m.The Rebels will then head to Le...
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Spots filling fast
Registration now open for second annual Foundation for Red Deer Public Schools Golf Tournament
Red Deer Public Schools say spots are filling fast for the second annual Foundation for Red Deer Public Schools Golf Tournament.Registration is now open for the tournament, which is set for Friday, August 14, at Alberta Springs Golf Resort.Check-in will begin at 11:30 a.m. with a barbecue lunch to follow at noon. The t...
Jun 19, 2026
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Spring awards
Red Deer Games Foundation announces recipients of Athlete Development Grant
The Red Deer Games Foundation has announced the recipients of the Athlete Development Grant for the spring awards.It marks the 50th year the foundation has provided grants to developing athletes.The grants are presented to Red Deer and area athletes who have demonstrated a high level of ability and a strong commitment ...
Jun 18, 2026
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Canada
Allez les Rouges! How Voyageurs fan group is energizing Canada's World Cup run
VANCOUVER - When Rob Notenboom first got involved with Canadian soccer supporters group the Voyageurs around 2005, he had no idea what it would grow into. Now the president of the organization, he says fans have embraced the men's national team during...
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Timeline of police officers in Canada killed in the line of duty
A Montreal police officer was shot dead and another injured when they responded to a 911 call on Monday morning about a shooter at a hotel in the city's Côte-des-Neiges district. The shooting marked the third time an officer in Canada has been killed i...
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A few facts about Supreme Court of Canada nominee Glenn Joyal
OTTAWA - A quick sketch of Glenn Joyal, who has been nominated to the Supreme Court of Canada: AGE: 66. EARLY YEARS: Raised in a bicultural family in St. Boniface, Man. Father with deep Franco-Manitoban roots, mother of Polish heritage. EDUCATION: Atte...
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The navy is getting new submarines. What will Canada use them for?
OTTAWA - The new commander of the Royal Canadian Navy, Vice-Admiral Dan Charlebois, told a recent change-of-command ceremony that submarines are the "ultimate deterrent" and Canada's navy is getting back into the sub game in a big way - "faster than mo...
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Human rights museum board trustee resigns over exhibit on displaced Palestinians
OTTAWA - A trustee for the Canadian Museum for Human Rights says he has resigned over an upcoming exhibit at the Winnipeg facility about displaced Palestinians. Marc Berlin submitted his resignation in a letter to Heritage Minister Marc Miller and the ...
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Public safety minister launches new program to crack down on property crime in B.C.
VICTORIA - The British Columbia government is taking aim at some of the province's worst repeat offenders, spending millions to follow 420 people responsible much of the street disorder and retail crime. Public Safety Minister Nina Krieger announced t...
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World
Judge blocks use of federal database to check citizenship, saying it could wrongly purge voters
WASHINGTON (AP) - A federal judge on Monday ruled that a recently revamped version of a federal tool central to the Trump administration's election integrity strategy is unlawful and can no longer be used. U.S. District Court Judge Sparkl...
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Messi sets World Cup scoring record as defending champion Argentina advances to knockout stage
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Lionel Messi set a World Cup record with his 17th and 18th goals, and defending champion Argentina advanced to the knockout stage with a 2-0 victory over Austria on Monday. Messi had a golden opportunity to break t...
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Lionel Messi becomes top scorer in World Cup history with two more goals for Argentina
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Scoring goals and breaking records is what Lionel Messi does, and it's what he did again Monday at the World Cup. The Argentina captain, who many consider the greatest player of all time, scored two more World Cup ...
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