Category Archives: News
A New Era Begins: Harvard Media Launches New Look SportsCage and Riders Broadcast Team
There will be a new look and sound to Saskatchewan Roughrider broadcasts on 620 CKRM, and the Roughriders Radio Network. At a news conference at Mosaic Stadium, Harvard Media, the broadcast partner of...
Apr 10, 2024
Fire advisory issued for Fort McMurray forest area
Alberta Wildfire is issuing a Fire Advisory for the Fort McMurray Forest Area. The current fire hazard in our region is considered moderate. The advisory is being issued due to current and forecasted ...
Apr 09, 2024
Three people charged with child sexual offenses
** WARNING: The following story contains information that may be disturbing to some readers. ** RCMP have charged three people including two Fort McMurray residents with a litany of offenses involving...
Apr 09, 2024
Syncrude fined $390,000 under OH&S Act
Syncrude Canada will pay $390,000 for failing to ensure the health and safety of a worker. On April 4, 2024, the company entered a guilty plea to one charge of failing to ensure the safety of a worker...
Apr 09, 2024
RMWB to begin hazard reduction burns
This week, Regional Emergency Services (RES) will be starting their wildfire hazard reduction burns. Crews will be conducting controlled burns in the Thickwood, Parson's Creek North Access area, and t...
Apr 08, 2024
Four men facing firearms charges in Fort Chipewyan
Four people in Fort Chipewyan are facing multiple firearms charges. On Friday, April 5, Fort Chipewyan RCMP responded to a complaint about a vehicle driving in the community with a firearm. Around noo...
Apr 08, 2024
Food and film writing brining foraging to Wood Buffalo
An Alberta gourmet, filmmaker, and food hunter is coming to our region in June. Kevin Kossowan is a foodie who is touring Alberta to teach people about foraging for food in our great outdoors. T...
Apr 07, 2024
RMWB reaches ambulance deal with AHS
The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RWMB) is announcing a new agreement with Alberta Health Services (AHS) to provide ambulance and EMS services in our region. The five-year contract ensures fo...
Apr 07, 2024
Wood Buffalo RCMP to host Hate Crime information session
Wood Buffalo RCMP will be hosting an information session on hate-motivated crimes. This three-hour talk will be held virtually through MS teams on April 11th from 1 to 4 p.m. Topics will include under...
Apr 05, 2024
Steps for Life continues to support Canadian families
Honoring families affected by workplace tragedies; the annual Steps for Life walk will take place on May 4th. The family-focused five-kilometer event on the Birchwood Trails is an opportunity for peop...
Apr 04, 2024