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The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is out with its list of photo radar locations for the week of September 11. Motorists are advised that Automated Traffic Enforcement (ATE) is planned for: The RMWB says that although these areas are the focus of enforcement, the photo radar unit may move around to other approved […]

Alberta Law Enforcement Response Teams (ALERT) has arrested a Fort McMurray man on firearm offences. ALERT Fort McMurray’s organized crime team became aware of a firearm registered to the Fort McMurray man that was allegedly used in a kidnapping in British Columbia in April 2023. The crime team does not believe the man was directly […]

The Catholic School Division’s robotics teams are gearing up for another exciting season. Building on the success of last year which included two teams making the trip to the VEX World Championships in Robotics, the program is already preparing for the first tournament of the year to be held at Father Mercredi on November 25. […]

The Canadian Cancer Survivors Network (CCSN) is urging Governments across the country to begin implementing a new cancer strategy for firefighters. The Federal government recently proclaimed the “National Framework for Cancers linked to Firefighting Act” (Bill C-224) which aims to protect firefighters by establishing a blueprint for the prevention and treatment of cancers linked to […]

Keyano College is celebrating Ukrainian Heritage Day on September 7, 2023. The school is honouring the day as a way to allow students and staff to fete the contributions of Ukrainians across Canada. In a media release the College says Ukrainians have enriched the diversity on Keyano’s campus and notes many Ukrainian citizens and returning […]

– This story contains some content that may be difficult for some readers. If you or anyone you know is struggling with an addiction or mental health crisis, you are encouraged to call the 24/7 Alberta Addiction and Mental Health Help Line at 1-866-332-2322. – The Athabasca Tribal Council (ATC) is declaring a Regional State […]

The Canadian Cancer Society is announcing the return of CIBC’s Run for the Cure. The event is Canada’s largest single-day, volunteer-led initiative in support of breast cancer. The run takes place in 53 communities across the country and raises funds for world-leading research along with support programs to help people facing breast cancer live longer, […]

The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is announcing the next documentary in the series “It’s Time to Read”. The film is called, “nîpawistamâsowin: We Will Stand Up”, and is directed by Tasha Hubbard. It is the story of Colten Boushie, who was shot dead in Saskatchewan in 2016, and his family’s pursuit of justice […]

Suncor Energy has announced changes to its board of directors following the retirement of Eira Thomas. Jane Peverett was appointed to the board on September 1, 2023, and will also serve as a member of the audit committee and governance committee. Peverett has had a successful career spanning 25 years with such accomplishments as becoming […]

The Fort McMurray Chamber of Commerce is releasing its list of finalists for the 2023 Chamber business awards. Held in October to mark the end of Small Business Week, the awards celebrate the accomplishments of local businesses in several categories and across a range of sectors. “The business community in Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo is […]