Category Archives: Local News
One killed in Millwoods hit-and-run
A youth on a bicycle was killed in a south Edmonton hit and run Wednesday morning. The youth, who's age wasn't released was found on 34 Avenue between 48 Street and Mill Woods Road around 4am. He pass...
May 29, 2024
Jasper waiving parking fees for Indigenous people
In an effort to promote and build on reconciliation, the Jasper Municipal Council has directed the administration to waive paid parking fees for individuals and families displaying a Parks Canada-issu...
May 29, 2024 Courtesy: Explore Jasper
Representing Indigenous Heritage within RCMP's Ranks
As a move towards reconciliation within the RCMP, ribbon skirts have been added to the ceremonial uniform for Indigenous female, non-binary, and two-spirited officers as part of new uniform polices. T...
May 29, 2024 Photo of RCMP Ribbon skirt/Photo Source RCMP X Page
Westlock man charged with sexual exploitation
A 51 year old Westlock man is accused of sexual offences against a youth. The man is not being named in order to protect the victim's identity according to RCMP. The man was charged with sexual assaul...
May 29, 2024
RMWB launches FireSmart home renovations rebate program
The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo has launched a FireSmart home renovations rebate program. Homeowners looking to upgrade their residences with fire-resistant materials can apply for gr...
May 28, 2024
Edmonton's Outdoor Cinema: Movies in the Square Returns
Movies in the Square returns to Churchill Square in Edmonton on May 28, a free event for everyone to enjoy as food and snacks will be available, along with gaming on the big screen will be held from 5...
May 28, 2024 Movies on the Square in Churchill Square in Edmonton (Photo Submitted)
McMurray Métis Fest to be Held Inside McDonald Island Park
The 2024 McMurray Mtis Fest returns to the Wood Buffalo Area from May 31 - June 1st that will showcase Mtis culture and live music. Melanie Walsh, communications coordinator with McMurray Mtis ...
May 28, 2024 McMurray Metis Fest (Photo Submitted)
Edmonton Folk Music Festival announces full lineup for the 2024 festival at Gallagher Park
The Edmonton Folk Music Festival hosted their 2024 Lineup announcement on Tuesday afternoon, which included previously announced legends Robert Plant & Allison Krauss. Between fan favourite...
May 28, 2024 Edmonton Folk Music Festival announcement (Photo Credits - Daniel Barker-Tremblay)
Indigo Love of Reading Foundation Grants Funding to four First Nations Schools
The Indigo Love of Reading Foundation announced that a million dollars will be donated to 30+ Schools in the country from the Literacy Fund Grant, with four First Nation Schools in Alberta receiving f...
May 28, 2024 Indigo Love of Reading Foundation Logo (Photo Submitted)
Alberta exploring impacts of cannabis on youth
The Government of Alberta is funding a research project, looking into the effects of cannabis on individuals aged 25 and under. A one-time grant of about $280,000 will be given to conduct a rev...
May 28, 2024
