Category Archives: Local News
Tentative agreement reached between NAIT and academic staff
NAIT and the NAIT Academic Staff Association (NASA) bargaining teams have reached a tentative agreement on a new four-year collective agreement. The deal comes after NASA members voted in favour of st...
Feb 06, 2026 Courtesy: NAIT
Edmonton man charged with murder on Louis Bull First Nation
RCMP have laid charges following a fatal shooting in central Alberta this week. On February 4, Maskwacis RCMP responded to a report of a shooting at a residence on Louise Bull First Nation. Upon arriv...
Feb 05, 2026 RCMP: file photo
36th Annual Silver Skate Festival Returns to Edmonton
The annual Silver Skate Festival will return to Edmonton from February 6 to 16. This free, 10-day celebration combines art, education, sports, and recreation. Erin Diloreto, Executive Producer ...
Feb 05, 2026
Cold Lake chosen as next Oil Country community
The Edmonton Oilers announced today that Cold Lake, Alberta has been selected as this season's Celebrating Oil Country community. Now in its fourth year, the program celebrates the cities and towns th...
Feb 05, 2026
Lloydminster Winter Fest Gears Up With New Family Day Activities
Winter fun is taking over the border city as Lloydminster gears up for its annual Winter Festival on February 16. The family-friendly event will bring residents together with seasonal activities, game...
Feb 05, 2026
Whitecourt to Bring Winter Fun for Family Day Long Weekend
Family Day is coming soon, and the town of Whitecourt is preparing for its winter carnival. The event will take place on February 14 from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Festival Park. It will feature various f...
Feb 05, 2026
RCMP investigating homicide after a shelter-in-place on Louis Bull First Nation
RCMP are confirming one person is dead and a homicide investigation is underway on Louis Bull First Nation. Around 1 a.m. on Wednesday, Maskwacis RCMP issued a shelter-in-place order for the Louis Bul...
Feb 04, 2026
Metis District 12 to Host Community Talent Show in Bonnyville
Metis District 12 is putting local talent in the spotlight. The district is gearing up to host a talent show inside the Bonnyville Centennial Centre on February 7, bringing together community members ...
Feb 04, 2026
Bonnyville Set to Host Indoor Lakeland Cup
The indoor Lakeland Cup returns to Bonnyville from February 20 to 22 at the Bonnyville Centennial Centre, with teams competing to qualify for the provincial championships. The tournament will include ...
Feb 03, 2026
WinterPlay Returns to Fort McMurray with Family Fun on Feb. 20
The annual WinterPlay festival will return to Fort McMurray from February 20 to February 24. This event is organized by the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo and features the Shootout on the Snyde...
Feb 03, 2026
