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Update on West River’s Edge Boat Launch
The West River’s Edge boat launch is open for the season. Residents can use the boat launch to safely deliver their boats to the North Saskatchewan River. The City of Fort Saskatchewan asks boaters to take the necessary precautions, such
Province believes all 2024 wildfires caused by humans
In Alberta’s weekly wildfire update, they mentioned that they believe all wildfires in the province right now were caused by humans. There are currently 63 wildfires burning throughoug the province, with over 170 fires already extinguished this year alone. Because
Update on West River’s Edge Boat Launch
The West River’s Edge boat launch is open for the season. Residents can use the boat launch to safely deliver their boats to the North Saskatchewan River. The City of
Province believes all 2024 wildfires caused by humans
In Alberta’s weekly wildfire update, they mentioned that they believe all wildfires in the province right now were caused by humans. There are currently 63 wildfires burning throughoug the province,
“Project Gaslight” seeks to identify suspects in extortion plot
Edmonton Police Service (EPS) have released a series of videos to the public related to the extortion series that police are calling “Project Gaslight”. Police have reported that there are
Fort Saskatchewan looking for input on the feasibility of a Bike Skills Park
The City of Fort Saskatchewan is looking for resident’s input on the feasibility of bringing a Bike Skills Park to the community. A Bike Skills Park is a facility built
Two charged for attempted fraud at car dealership
Strathcona County RCMP have charged two people for allegedly trying to defraud a car dealership. Earlier this month it was reported to police that a man and woman tried to
Strathcona County preparing for quarterly yard waste pickup
Strathcona County will be picking up extra yard waste next week to accommodate for seasonal cleaning. From April 29 to May 3, the county will be collecting this extra yard
Rewards offered for Edmonton murder suspects
The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) has teamed up with Bolo to help locate two suspects wanted for murder. The Bolo Program focuses on a “Top 25” list of Canada’s most
Fire Ban issued for Lamont County: ATVs prohibited
Lamont County issued a fire ban on Tuesday afternoon. Effective at 2:30 p.m., the fire ban was put in place due to extreme fire hazard conditions in the region. The
Parton, Twain, and Cline – The Country Divas rocking St. Albert
A night of country music is coming to St. Albert tonight. This evening, Moon Coin Productions is bringing The Country Divas to the Arden Theatre at St. Albert Place, with
Canadian Hydrogen Convention returns to Edmonton
The Canadian Hydrogen Convention is taking place in Edmonton from now until Thursday at the Edmonton Convention Centre. “The Canadian Hydrogen Convention is the only annual meeting place for energy
Pride flag thief wanted by St. Albert police
St. Albert RCMP are looking for help identifying a suspect involved in stealing a pride flag. On April 12 at around 2 p.m., the suspect approached a home in the
Knights of the Northern Realm teach medieval history in Fort Saskatchewan
The Fort Saskatchewan Public Library had a visit from the Knights of the Northern Realm. The Knights of the Northern Realm are a 14th century living history group that travels
Alberta regulating utility bills, bringing relief to Calgary
The Alberta government has announced that they’ll be making changes to legislation surrounding local access fees for utility bills. A local access fee is a charge by municipalities to electricity
Historic Edmonton hangar destroyed in large fire
A historic hangar in Edmonton was destroyed by a large fire on Monday afternoon. The fire was at Hangar 11, located between the Blatchford neighbourhood and the NAIT campus, with
Millers Ice Cream opens for the season
Millers Ice Cream in Fort Saskatchewan opened its doors for the season over the weekend. The store had its official opening on April 20 at their location at CN Station
Morinville RCMP looking for suspects in rural shop break and enter
Morinville RCMP are looking for public assistance in identifying two suspects in a break and enter that happened late last month. On the afternoon on March 25, police received reports
Strathcona County places fire restriction in effect
A fire restriction has been declared for Strathcona County. Although the county placed a fire advisory in effect earlier this month, the dry conditions and windy weather has led to
Edmonton police searching for missing woman
Edmonton police are looking for the public’s help in locating 34-year-old Jennifer Badger. Jennifer was last seen on March 4 walking in the Brander Gardens neighbourhood near Riverbend Road. Her
Earth Day events in the area
With today marking earth day, the international day of environmental protection, there are several events going on in the area. In Edmonton there are several events going on throughout the
EMS vehicle hits police officer and injured citizen, launching investigation
Edmonton police are investigating an incident where an Emergency Services vehicle ran two people while responding to reports of a woman in distress. At around 2 a.m. on Sunday, police
Update: Edmonton police searching for missing elderly man
An elderly man missing from Edmonton has been found, according to police. Ian Pye, 67, was last seen leaving his home near 108 Avenue and 95 Street at some point
Range Road 221 closes due to crash
Strathcona County RCMP responded to a crash in Ardrossan that happened on Sunday morning. The crash was reported at around 9 a.m. on Range Road 221 between Wye Road and
Gallery: Award winners of the 19th annual Hawk Film Festival
It was a packed house at the 19th annual Hawk Film Festival, which took place in Sherwood Park on Thursday. Presented by the Film Production program at F.R. Haythorne Junior
Hosting Ukrainians in Fort Saskatchewan hold furniture drive for Ukranian newcomers
Over the weekend, Hosting Ukrainians in Fort Saskatchewan (HUFS) helped put together a furniture drive for Ukrainians in need. With help from the Ukranian Canadian Congress, HUFS was at the
Knights of the Northern Realm arriving in Fort Saskatchewan
This weekend, the Knights of the Northern Realm will be making an appearance in Fort Saskatchewan. The Knights will be giving a presentation at the Fort Saskatchewan Public Library on
Local mayors speak out against Bill 18
Some mayors across the province are speaking out against the proposed Bill 18. This bill, called the Provincial Priorities Act, would require that the provincial government would need to approve
Oilers watch parties coming to Edmonton
The Edmonton Oilers will be facing off against the Los Angeles Kings in Game 1 of their first-round playoffs series on Monday evening. Although there are limited tickets available, there
Planned work temporarily closing Edmonton LRT station
Several maintenance projects will cause temporarily closures of LRT stations in Edmonton. On Saturday from the start of service until noon, Capital and Metro Line trains will be running at
Morinville RCMP investigating mail theft
Morinville RCMP are investigating reports of mail theft from community mailboxes. Police received reports from Canada post about four community mailboxes that were broken into overnight, with the thefts happening
Alberta firefighters facing 50 wildfires
Just four months into 2024 and Alberta firefighters have already dealt with hundreds of wildfires. According to the ministry of forestry and parks, 148 wildfires have already been extinguished this
