Local News

The Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) Rodeo team is gearing up for the new Canadian Collegiate Rodeo Association (CCRA) season with a fresh look and plenty of talent.

This year’s squad is made up entirely of Queens, seven dedicated student-athletes who are eager to showcase their skills in rodeo arenas across the Prairies.

“We have a young team of all Queens this season,” said Trina Carroll, RDP Student Life and Rodeo Team Coordinator. “They all have a strong background in their individual events. I am excited to watch these ladies compete.”

A newly redeveloped playground in Westwood is open to the public.

John Steel Park is located at 300 Westwood Drive, and the City is excited for residents to use it. "Parks are more than green spaces—they are places where neighbours connect, children play, and nature thrives," said Doug Eyolfson, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg West in a news release. "I’m proud to support initiatives that enhance our quality of life and reflect the values of Winnipeg West."

With harvest season underway across Central Alberta, producers are being offered a chance to dig deeper into hay storage, feed analysis, and sustainable practices through an event hosted by the Central Alberta Forage and Livestock Association (CAFLA).

Titled “Hay! Let’s Talk Storage,” the afternoon workshop runs this Friday, (September 19) from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Hillside Community Centre near Wetaskiwin.

The program includes lunch and features presentations from industry experts as well as insights from local producers.

A 46 year old female was airlifted to a Winnipeg hospital yesterday after a single vehicle collision in the village of Reinland southeast of Winkler.

According to RCMP, the call came in shortly after 9am Wednesday, with a report of a vehicle colliding with a tree on Reinland Avenue. The woman, from the Municipality of Rhineland, was the lone occupant in the vehicle. She was treated on scene by EMS, and then later transported to Winnipeg via STARS Air Ambulance.

According to RCMP it's not believed her injuries are life threatening.

Steinbach & Area Animal Rescue Inc. has officially closed their building until further notice. 

Heavy rainfall hit southern Manitoba last Thursday, flooding the animal rescue for the second time in just one year. 

"The rescue basement has flooded again!!" said the rescue in a post on social media the evening of the flood.

The last time the basement of the rescue flooded was in September 2024, leading to the loss of essential food supplies and valuable donations. 

Westminster United Church is once again affirming its commitment to reconciliation and education by hosting a community-wide Truth and Reconciliation Day event on Sunday, September 28th at 10:45 a.m., in partnership with the City’s Department of Cultural Services and Culture Days. 

Three more individuals are facing charges as a result of the investigation and arrests made in Richmound during the raid of the former Richmound School.

Stemming from the initial RCMP arrests made on September 3, three residents in Richmound are facing charges of obstruction of a peace officer. 

72-year-old Lise Beauchamp, 37-year-old Melony Vander Brink, and 63-year-old Nancy Jancke, all of whom are from Richmound, refused to comply when officers requested they provide their names and dates of birth when arrested, according to the RCMP report. 

An overturned semi-trailer is causing significant traffic delays on the QEII northbound, just past the Highway 604 junction northwest of Morningside.

According to Alberta 511, the incident was first reported around 8:55 a.m. and has resulted in lane closures, congestion, and debris on the roadway.

Emergency crews are on scene, and motorists are being advised to use caution while travelling through the area.

Drivers should expect delays until the scene is cleared, and more information will be provided when available.

The City of Swift Current has advised folks of a street closure on Third Avenue South East on Wednesday, September 17.

For the majority of the day, the 300 block of Third Avenue South East will be blocked off to accommodate water-related repairs.

For more information, contact the City of Swift Current.

The Flipside Youth Centre is inviting families to come together for “Let’s Taco ’Bout It”, a free, all-ages event recognizing World Suicide Prevention Day.

The event takes place tomorrow (Thursday, September 18), from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Wellness and Community Connections Centre.

Participants can expect interactive games and activities designed to promote awareness, self-care, and community support, followed by a taco bar supper.