Category Archives: Local News
Fort McMurray Firefighters camping out on rooftop in support of local charities
Firefighters in Fort McMurray are braving the elements for charity. Until May 3rd, the Fort McMurray Firefighters Charities Association is camped out, on top of the roof of Eagle Ridge at 101-375 Lout...
Apr 30, 2025
Indigenous Trailblazers Summit Empowers Entrepreneurs in Edmonton
Indigenous entrepreneurs, leaders, and allies gathered at the Edmonton Convention Centre this week for the Indigenous Trailblazers Summit - a two-day event that focuses on economic empowerment, collab...
Apr 30, 2025 Indigenous Trailblazers Summit inside the Edmonton Convention Centre (Photo Credits - Daniel Barker-Tremblay)
RCMP dismantle meth lab in northern Alberta
On April 19, 2025, Red Earth Creek RCMP received a complaint regarding an abandoned vehicle near Trout Lake that police said seemed to contain stolen property. Trout Lake is roughly 100 kilometers awa...
Apr 30, 2025
McMurray Métis Embrace Historic Shift to Otipemisiwak Government
The McMurray Mtis have officially voted to transition into the Otipemisiwak Mtis Government (OMG) as District 17, with an overwhelming 88 percent in favor. The historic announcement marks a major step...
Apr 29, 2025 McMurray Métis & Otipemisiwak Métis Government Logos
Wild Rose Shows carnival rolls into Edmonton
The Wild Rose carnival is set to take place at the Bonnie Doon shopping Centre on Thursday, May 1st. return to the vibrant array of rides, games, and Iconic fair treats in Edmonton this spring. Hours ...
Apr 29, 2025 Wild Rose Carnival
2 dead after crash in central Alberta on Monday
Two people were killed in a crash in central Alberta on Monday. On April 28, at 2:13 p.m. Sylvan Lake RCMP responded to a multi vehicle collision on Highway 11 at Range Road 35 West of Sylvan Lake. Up...
Apr 29, 2025
Butterdome Spring Craft Sale Gears Up to Showcase Canadian Creativity
Spring is in the air as the annual Butterdome Spring Craft Sale is set to return for May 2-4, bringing together over 135 talented artisans across Canada. Shoppers can explore a stunning array of handm...
Apr 29, 2025
Illegal campfire cause of Quarry Ridge grass fire near Fort McMurray
A fast-moving grass fire that caused the temporary closure of Highway 63 on April 25 was caused by an illegal campfire, fire investigators have confirmed. Fort McMurray fire crews responded on Friday ...
Apr 28, 2025
Chipewyan Prairie First Nation man charged with assault
On Apr. 27, 2025 at approximately 1:30am, Wood Buffalo RCMP responded to a report of a male with a large wound across his neck in Downtown Fort McMurray. Upon arrival, Police and EMS located a 65-year...
Apr 28, 2025
Canadians head to the Polls
Canadians will choose their next government on Monday. In Alberta, Polling places will be open across the province from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. local time. If you are in line at 7:30pm, your vote will ...
Apr 26, 2025
