Below is a list of recent City of Red Deer news releases. For media inquiries, contact Community & Public Relations during regular business hours (Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) via our Media Inquiry Form.
At 3:37 a.m. on August 11, Red Deer Emergency Services (RDES) responded to a structure fire at the 3400 block of 49 Avenue. Upon arrival, crews found the three-storey apartment building's exterior on fire.
Building permit values in Red Deer totalled $16 million in July 2026 with 126 permits issued, compared with $30.7 million in July 2025.
Red Deerians are encouraged to mark their calendars for fall program registration, happening next week.
Once again, non-profit groups are invited to apply for funding through The City of Red Deer’s Community Recreation Enhancement Grant.
Residents and trail users are advised that the 2026 Red Deer Spartan Race will take place at Heritage Ranch on Saturday, August 8 and Sunday, August 9.
Red Deer City Council made the following decisions at today’s regular meeting of Council.
At today's City Council meeting, City Council approved a resolution directing Administration to work with the Government of Alberta to address the impacts associated with the Province's proposed Highway 2 improvements adjacent to Red Deer.
Red Deer City Council will meet on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 1 p.m. in the Omni Gym at the Intermediate School, 5205 48 Avenue.
As Alberta continues to experience warmer temperatures and an increased risk of wildfire, Red Deer Emergency Services (RDES) Fire Prevention Bureau is encouraging residents to take simple steps to help protect their homes and neighbourhoods
The City of Red Deer will delay its regular public hearing advertisement in the Red Deer Advocate until after the July 28 City Council meeting.