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AHS is back with its Toys for Tickets program. If you’ve received a parking ticket from Alberta Health Services between November 6th and December 15th, you can donate a new unwrapped toy instead of paying the fine. “Last year was a huge success as we collected more than 470 toys province wide,” says Nick Ternovatsky, […]

The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo’s Bylaw Services is out with the list of Photo Radar locations the week of November 20th. Drivers can look for Automated Traffic Enforcement to set up along: The Municipality is reminding motorists that the photo radar vehicles may move around to other approved locations within the Urban Service Area.

The Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is tallying the costs of the summer fires in Yellowknife and Hay River. Based on IBC’s initial estimates, the wildfires resulted in over $60 million of insurable losses. The forest fires in the Northwest Territories led to the evacuation of nearly 25 thousand people over the summer, and the […]

The RCMP is investigating a string of attempted break-ins in Fort McMurray. During the overnight hours of November 20th, police responded to multiple residences in the Timberlea area, where suspects either kicked open or tried to kick open the front doors of people’s homes. In each instance, the suspects fled shortly after their attempts. Police […]

Update Monday, November 20: 6:08 a.m. Wood Buffalo RCMP advises that Owen West has been located safe. RCMP thank the media and public for their assistance. —- The Wood Buffalo RCMP is asking for your help in finding a missing person. Owen West was last seen in Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo on November 12th. Police […]

If you’re planning on having some fresh fruit as a snack you might want to check the label. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is recalling several brands of fresh-cut fruits, as well as Malichita brand Cantaloups due to Salmonella. The recall began with the cantaloupes but has now expanded to dozens of cut fresh […]

It might be the last straw for the federal government’s prohibition of single-use plastics. On Thursday, a federal judge struck down the government’s categorization of plastic items as “toxic”, saying it was both irrational and unconstitutional. According to the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, the federal government is only authorized to enforce environmental regulations on substances […]

If you’ve ever thought about a career in law enforcement, the RCMP would like to meet you. The Wood Buffalo detachment is hosting a career night at Keyano College on November 28th at 5 p.m. The event will include a presentation on the national police force including candidate requirements, how to apply, and what policing […]

Friday, November 17th is your last opportunity to purchase tickets for the RCMP Regimental Ball. The event will take place on Friday, November 24th at the Shell Place Ballroom. It has been nearly a decade since the traditional and history-rich gala was held in Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo. Attendees will include dignitaries, RCMP members, staff, […]

The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is inviting you to join in the celebration of this year’s holiday season at their Starry Night party and the Santa Claus Parade on December 2nd. The Municipal Council’s Stary Night holiday party is being held at Kiyām Community Park at 5 p.m. with a tree and tipi lighting […]