Category Archives: Local News
West Jet pilots will strike on May 19th if no agreement is met
West Jet pilots have issued a 72 hour strike notice Monday night. The Airline Pilots Association (ALPA) issued a news release saying notice was given at 8pm, the release said notice could have been gi...
May 16, 2023
Evacuation order lifted for Drayton Valley residents
Drayton Valley and many residents in the Brazeau County area were able to return home on Tuesday. While many were excited to return home, residents were asked to stagger their returns. At 2 p.m., anyo...
May 16, 2023
Evacuation Order for Town of Swan Hills
A wildfire has forced a mandatory evacuation order of the town of Swan Hills. Gather pets, important documents, medication, and enough food, water and supplies for at least three days. A reception cen...
May 16, 2023
2nd Arrest in drive-by shooting in North Edmonton
A second man has been arrested in the drive-by shooting that occurred during rush hour on 97 Street between a Toyota Camry and a Hyundai Sonata in late March. On Apr. 7, 2023, the outstanding black Hy...
May 16, 2023
LRT Attacker sentenced to 22 months : Edmonton
The man who attacked an elderly Sunday school teacher at an Edmonton LRT station, which caused her to fall onto the tracks and suffer a leg injury - has been sentenced to 22 months in jail. Kendall Ra...
May 16, 2023 EPS police surveillance photo of a suspect in an unprovoked attack on a senior at an LRT station April 25, 2022.
Edmonton's iconic Riverboat is officially open for the season
One of Edmonton's most well known landmarks has officially opened for the season. A popular destination for both tourists and locals, alike, Edmonton's iconic riverboat is set to hit the water and wil...
May 16, 2023
Drayton Valley and Brazeau County prepare for re-entry
Select workers associated with critical infrastructure are being allowed into Brazeau County, Drayton Valley evacuation area. Critical infrastucture includes hospitals, power and gas utilities, grocer...
May 16, 2023
The Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival today announced nominees for Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Awards
The Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival today announced nominees for The SSIMAs, (Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Awards) presented by TD Bank Group. Winners will be celebrated and honoured in Ottawa...
May 16, 2023
Police seek public's assistance in identifying mischief suspect
The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is seeking the public's assistance in identifying a suspect in a mischief to auto complaint that occurred in southwest Edmonton. Shortly after 10:00 a.m. on Monday Ma...
May 15, 2023
River Valley Alliance announces new name for the longest river valley trail in North America
The River Valley Alliance announced a new name for a 100 km pedestrian trail system as "Amisko Wacw Mskanaw," which translates to "Beaver Hill Road." The trail system, the longest river valley pedestr...
May 15, 2023 Dignitaries stand in front of the freshly revealed artwork and name of the River Valley Alliance's trail system. Photo by Ryan Hunt.
