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The Wood Buffalo Food Bank and BGC Fort McMurray’s event, “The Haunting of Fort McMurray”, was spooktacularly charitable. The four-day haunted house experience brought between 2,300-2,500 guests with around $20,000 raised to support both organizations. Following the success of the event, the organizations are looking to develop and continue it as an annual event. They […]

Wood Buffalo RCMP is issuing gun safety reminders following a complaint of a bullet hitting a pickup truck. The incident took place on Oct. 23, 2023, when the truck was heading southbound on Highway 63, near Supertest Hill. The driver heard a loud bang around 3:45 p.m. and inspected their vehicle. A bullet hole was […]

Wood Buffalo RCMP is asking for public assistance in identifying a suspect from a break-and-enter that took place in June. RCMP responded in mid-June 2023 to the south end of Franklin Avenue for a residential break-in, entry, and theft of guns. Police are releasing the image of a suspect taken from video surveillance in the […]

Three people have been arrested by Wood Buffalo RCMP following two separate incidents of stolen vehicles. The incidents started on the evening of Oct. 30, 2023, and into the morning of Oct. 31, 2023. Both vehicles were located and three Fort McMurray residents were arrested and charged. 30-year-old, Murphy Deltess, is facing two counts of […]

The Government of Alberta is investing an additional $9 million to support new projects that promote economic growth in the province. This funding is on top of $5 million set aside in March to create a $ 14 million investment over the next four years. The Northern and Regional Economic Development (NRED) program was created […]

The Keyano Huskies soccer team suitcases are a little heavier following the Alberta College Athletic Conference (ACAC) Soccer Championships in Edmonton. The men’s team was crowned the champions of the outdoor season, winning gold for the first time since 2017, and for the fourth time in ACAC history. The men defeated the NAIT Ooks with […]

Alberta RCMP is warning about stolen and re-vinned Ford Raptors. Alberta RCMP Auto Theft Unit is cautioning the public after investigating three cases involving stolen Ford Raptor pickup trucks. These vehicles had their original Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) replaced and were then sold online or through private roadside sales to unsuspecting buyers. The incidents occurred […]

The Wood Buffalo RCMP has appointed a new Community Engagement officer for Fort McKay. Constable Robert Crawford replaces outgoing Sergeant Martina Noskey in the now dedicated community role. Crawford’s duties include rendering assistance with service calls, providing support to local bylaw officers, spending time with Elders, and collaborating with Fort McKay First Nation as well […]

The poppy campaign is officially underway in the RMWB. Poppies are worn as a visual marker to honour and never forget those who served. Mayor Sandy Bowman received Wood Buffalo’s first poppy this year by Legion President, Michael Gray on Oct. 27, 2023. Poppy trays will now be set up throughout the region for purchase. […]

There is another arrest in the murder of Norman Lineham in late September. RCMP’s major crimes unit has arrested 43-year-old Charlotte Mackey from Fort McMurray and charged her with second-degree murder. Mackey has been remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear in court on November 20th. Mackey is the second person facing charges relating […]