1+ hour, 36+ min ago   (260+ words) The Ponoka Aquaplex will temporarily close tomorrow (August 24) as the facility undergoes annual maintenance and improvements. The closure is scheduled through to Monday, September 7, with regular operations expected to resume Tuesday, September 8. Work at the Aquaplex will include draining, scrubbing…...

1+ week, 9+ hour ago   (223+ words) The Michener Aquatic Centre in Red Deer will close for two weeks during annual maintenance from Aug. 16 to 30. The facility is scheduled to reopen Monday, Aug. 31. Related Stories: New non-profit offers free swim lessons to Central Alberta children National Lifeguard…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago   (167+ words) Registration for fall arts and recreation programs in Central Alberta starts next week. In Red Deer, program listings are now available on "My Activity Guide" through the City of Red Deer's website. Registration opens Tuesday, August 11 at noon. Fall programming…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (173+ words) The City of Lacombe says its spray park project is entering the final stages, with crews preparing to begin water testing ahead of a tentative reopening next week. In an update shared on social media, the City said construction has…...

3+ week, 2+ day ago   (489+ words) The Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery (MAG) is preparing to welcome thousands of visitors for its third annual Heritage Day Hootenanny, a free community celebration featuring live music, local artisans, food trucks and hands-on activities. The event runs from 12:00 p.m. to…...

1+ mon, 10+ hour ago   (220+ words) With temperatures expected to climb into the 30 C range over the next several days, the City of Red Deer is reminding residents to put safety first if they're heading to the river to cool off. The city is urging anyone…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago   (224+ words) Red Deer families will once again have the chance to cool off close to home as the city's popular Beat the Heat program returns for another summer. Throughout July and August Red Deer Emergency Services will transform fire engines into…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (254+ words) The Bentley Museum is open for the summer season, welcoming visitors with a new exhibit highlighting the people, events and milestones that have shaped the community over the years. Created over the winter by the museum's volunteer team, the new…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (813+ words) There are a variety of Canada Day events across Central Alberta to celebrate 159 years since Confederation. Communities across the region are gearing up for Canada Day celebrations filled with fireworks, food, music, and family-friendly fun from June 30 to July 1. Events…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (787+ words) There are a variety of Canada Day events across Central Alberta to celebrate 159 years since Confederation. Communities across the region are gearing up for Canada Day celebrations filled with fireworks, food, music, and family-friendly fun from June 30 to July 1. Here’s…...