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Keyano College is announcing the line-up for its annual gala this fall. Drawing inspiration from Canada’s natural wonders, the Gala will feature live performances by The TransCanada Highwaymen and the award-winning Celtic rock group, Derina Harvey Band. “The continuous support for the Keyano Gala stands as a testament to the community’s belief in higher education […]

Police are asking for your help in identifying two suspects who allegedly stole a bicycle. On the afternoon of Monday, March 25th a green Kona bike was taken from Holy Trinity High School. The RCMP has surveillance footage of the incident and is asking anyone who may recognize the suspects to please contact the Wood […]

The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) is launching an investigation into a man’s death while in RCMP custody. On Thursday, March 21, police at the Wood Buffalo detachment responded to a complaint of a man committing an indecent act and behaving erratically at a local drop-in center. The person was identified and taken into […]

The RCMP is asking for your help locating a missing person. Lawrence Walker, a 33-year-old resident of Fort McMurray was last seen on Saturday evening in the Thickwood area. Walker is 5 feet 10 inches tall and 170 pounds with short brown hair and brown eyes. Police say they are concerned for Walker’s health and […]

Wood Buffalo RCMP is looking for suspects after a vehicle was stolen in Thickwood. Police say a grey 2006 Chevy Cobalt was taken near the 100 block of Signal Road on Sunday around 11:30 p.m. The vehicle was left running with the keys in the ignition in front of a restaurant. Police say thieves broke […]

The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is writing some big cheques to support local community organizations. On January 6, the Community Investment Program Approval Committee (CIPAC) approved grants totaling more than $12 million for local non-profit organizations, individuals, and athletes. The funds come from the July 2023 decision where the RMWB Council delegated grant […]

WinterPLAY organizers are seeking volunteer support from local community organizations and groups. The celebration of winter is also seeking vendors to provide food during the  10-day festival at the Snye. WinterPLAY runs from February 23 to March 3.   Community organizations and social profits looking to raise funds are eligible to apply for general event […]