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Red Deer County seeking feedback on rules for subdividing agricultural land

1 week ago | rdnewsnow.com | Josh Hall

By open houses Apr 15, 2025 | 5:03 PM Red Deer County wants residents’ input on potential changes to how agricultural land is allowed to be subdivided. Three open houses are scheduled for this purpose in April and May.
U12s at Red Deer’s Premier Academy win national cheer gold

1 week ago | rdnewsnow.com | Josh Hall

By watch Apr 15, 2025 | 4:23 PM Red Deer’s Premier Academy is celebrating a gold medal at 2025 Canadian Nationals, held in Niagara Falls earlier this month. The first place finish went to the U12 Level 1 cheer team, and marks the academy’s first ever national title. “We are incredibly proud of this team and everything they’ve accomplished,” said Riana Luck, owner.
Four Rebels make NHL Central Scouting’s final rankings

1 week ago | rdnewsnow.com | Josh Hall

By 2025 nhl draft Apr 15, 2025 | 2:15 PM Four Red Deer Rebels have made Central Scouting’s final rankings ahead of the 2025 NHL Draft. Among North American skaters, forward Matthew Gard is ranked the highest at 37th, while Rebels teammates Luke Vlooswyk (D), Jaxon Fuder (F) and Derek Thurston (D), are ranked 72nd, 125th and 163rd, respectively.
Thurber MegaBowl raises $7,000 for CAWES

1 week ago | rdnewsnow.com | Josh Hall

By STUDENTS VS. STAFF Apr 15, 2025 | 12:11 PM The Central Alberta Women’s Emergency Shelter (CAWES) will receive $7,000 thanks to the recent MegaBowl event put on by students and staff at Lindsay Thurber Comprehensive High School. The third annual event, spearheaded by teachers Mark Graham, Ryan Hunter and Turner Lachance, pitted staff and students against one another in a competitive hockey game at Servus Arena.
Red Deer makes transit fare assistance program permanent

1 week ago | rdnewsnow.com | Josh Hall

ReceivingAssured Income for Severely Handicapped (AISH)Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS)Alberta Income SupportsCurrent tenants within the Red Deer Housing Authority ProgramQualify under the Low Income Cut OffApproved for The City of Red Deer’s Recreation Fee Assistance Program.
Former City of Red Deer employee charged with fraud

1 week ago | rdnewsnow.com | Sheldon Spackman

By fraudulent purchases Apr 11, 2025 | 4:14 PM A former City of Red Deer employee has been charged with fraud. The Red Deer RCMP says Krutisha Patel a former employee in the city’s electric light and power department has been charged with fraud over $5,000, five counts of laundering proceeds of crime, and using a forged document.
Red Deer Hospital Lottery unveils new dream home

1 week ago | rdnewsnow.com | Ian Gustafson |Sheldon Spackman

This year they’re aiming to raise more than $400,000. “How this event funds the hospital is through our emergent capital list. AHS provides us with the things that won’t get funded through government funding,” she said.
Rebels to select seventh overall in 2025 WHL Prospects Draft

1 week ago | rdnewsnow.com | Sheldon Spackman

By Draft in May Apr 11, 2025 | 10:41 AM It’s official. The Red Deer Rebels will select seventh overall in the first round of the upcoming 2025 WHL Prospects Draft. Their spot was solidified during the 2025 WHL Prospects Draft Lottery on Wednesday evening where the Regina Pats were awarded the first overall selection.
Residents invited to offer input on proposed design for new Civic Plaza

1 week ago | rdnewsnow.com | Sheldon Spackman

By Online Survey Apr 11, 2025 | 10:39 AM The Town of Ponoka is asking for public input on the proposed conceptual design for a new Civic Plaza downtown. From April 11 and 12, citizens are invited to the town’s booth at the Ponoka Trade Show to offer ideas and input on the design. Those who stop by will be able to learn more about the project, watch a video showcasing the design, and provide feedback through a survey.
Carney pitches crime policy, tougher laws on harassment at places of worship

2 weeks ago | rdnewsnow.com | Sheldon Spackman

Carney said there also have been “far too many violent Islamophobic attacks on mosques and other places of worship and community centres.” The Liberals have been heavily criticized by some Jewish organizations for not doing enough to protect Jewish communities from acts of violence and hate. That issue, and the Liberals’ response to the Oct.