Category Archives: Local News
RCMP discover body in Wetaskiwin house fire
The body of a man was discovered after a Wetaskiwin house fire over the weekend. Crews were called to a house at 53 Ave and 45 Street in the city shortly after 5:00am on Sunday. The body was found by ...
Dec 16, 2024
Magic of Lights Shines Bright at Rad Torque Raceway Spreading Holiday Cheer
The Magic of Lights returns to the Rad Torque Raceway, which features a mesmerizing drive-thru filled with over 2 million LED lights to get many attendees in the holiday spirit. Rob Vavrek, Marketing ...
Dec 16, 2024 Magic of Lights Drive-Thru
RCMP warn residents of new text message scam
A new text message scam has been circulating across Alberta targeting victims with a "speeding ticket" angle. RCMP said the scam has been affecting those all across the province. The scam entails a vi...
Dec 16, 2024
SCARS Set to Host Holiday Blitz Gift Market in Support of Animals in Need
The Second Chance Animal Rescue Society (SCARS) is set to host their pet-friendly Holiday Blitz Gift Market from December 20-21 at the Alberta Aviation Museum. Brenda Leonard, fundraising coordinator ...
Dec 16, 2024 Second Chance Holiday Blitz Gift Market (Photo Submitted)
Red Deer RCMP officer accused of sending inappropriate images from a detained phone
A Red Deer RCMP member is accused of accessing a 'detained' phone without consent and sending intimate images. Const. Matthew Villeneuve was charged on Dec. 12 with breach of trust and transferring in...
Dec 16, 2024
Canada Post says workers to return Tuesday after labour board ruling
Canada Post says operations will resume on Tuesday, Dec. 17 after the Canada Industrial Relations Board ordered a return to work. On Friday, Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon directed the Canada Indust...
Dec 15, 2024
RCMP involved shooting leaves man dead in Cold Lake
An investigation is underway after a man died in a confrontation with Cold Lake RCMP Saturday night. RCMP responded to a 9-1-1 call reporting an attempted stabbing at a transit stop in the city. Upon ...
Dec 15, 2024
Students Raise Thousands of Dollars for Ben Stelter Foundation with Connor McDavid Appearance
Students across Edmonton Public Schools have raised thousands of dollars in support of the Ben Stelter Foundation. As part of the Ben Stelter School Fundraiser, eight Division schools- along with two ...
Dec 13, 2024 Connor McDavid with students at Ottwell School (Photo Credits - Daniel Barker-Tremblay)
Outdoor Community Rinks in Red Deer are mostly ready for use
Parks and Public Works staff have been busy getting outdoor rinks ready for the winter season, and starting Friday, December 13, most neighborhood outdoor rink locations will be ready for use. The rec...
Dec 13, 2024
TELUS World of Science Set to Host Indigenous Holiday Market
Shoppers are in for a treat as the Indigenous Holiday Market, presented by I AM Collective, is set to take place at the TELUS World of Science on December 15. The market showcases a variety of handcra...
Dec 13, 2024 Holiday Market
