Category Archives: Local News
Alberta introducing legislation to stabilize electricity rates
Albertans will have a chance to save money on their electricity bills as a new regulated rate is being introduced by the Provincial Government meaning some Albertans may enjoy a cooler s...
Apr 18, 2024 The Edmonton skyline. Photo by Ryan Hunt.
St. Paul man facing charges after being caught with a knife, intoxicated near a school
A 24 year old St. Paul man is facing multiple charges after RCMP found him intoxicated and armed with a knife near schools. The incidents happened shortly after 3:30pm on Wednesday April 18th. RCMP re...
Apr 18, 2024
Fort McMurray set to host Steps for Life - Walking for Families of Workplace Tragedy
On May 4th, the 2024 Steps for Life 5 K walk is set to take place in awareness of families that face workplace tragedies on Birchwood Trails in Fort McMurray. Sharri Hinz, Regional Development ...
Apr 18, 2024 Fort McMurray community participating in Steps for Life on Birchwood Trails (Photo Credits - Threads of Life)
Edmonton Elks announce their family oriented theme nights for 2024
The Edmonton Elks continue to put an emphasis on community with their new theme nights for the upcoming season. The organization will be celebrating their 75th anniversary throughout the...
Apr 18, 2024
Banff National Park east gate construction underway causing traffic delays
Traffic disruptions are expected as construction on a major utility upgrade project at Banff National Park's east gate is underway until May 3, weather permitting. Both through lanes of the Tra...
Apr 18, 2024
Alberta health minister confirms capacity strain after neonatal doctors speak out
Alberta's health minister says the province has "a bit of strain" in neonatal intensive care unit capacity but that there are beds available across the province. Health Minister Adriana LaGrang...
Apr 17, 2024
Alberta RCMP officer cleared in fatal shooting on O'Chiese First Nation
Alberta's police watchdog says an officer didn't commit a criminal offence following a deadly shooting three years ago. A report released by the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team says RCMP...
Apr 17, 2024
Bold Eagle Program: Empowering Indigenous Youth for Military Service
The Canadian Armed Forces Bold Eagle Program is now looking for new applicants to join in on the six week program, with a combination of military training and Indigenous cultural teachings. Tre...
Apr 17, 2024 Bold Eagle Parade Ceremony Image in Wainwright (Photo Credits - Canadian Armed Forces)
Saddle Lake Cree Nation set to host Annual Community Market
The Saddle Lake Community Market is making it's way to the Manitou Kihew Arena on April 24th from 10 AM - 3 Pm where over 30 vendors will be on site. Saddle Lake Community Market Organizer Wade...
Apr 17, 2024 Saddle Lake Community Market in Saddle Lake Cree Nation (Photo Credits - Daniel Barker-Tremblay)
TC Energy pipeline rupture sparks wildfire near Edson
A natural gas pipeline owned by TC Energy Corp, ruptured near Edson on Tuesday, sparking a wildfire. The Calgary-based pipeline operator confirmed the rupture in a statement late Tuesday...
Apr 16, 2024
