RMWB mourns the loss of Councillor Jane Stroud
The RMWB is mourning the sudden passing of Councillor Jane Stroud. Photo Courtesy: Jane Stroud Facebook Mayor Sandy Bowman issued a statement on the matter, saying that as a proud Anzac resident, the causes, projects, and programs she brought to the forefront are too lengthy to mention, adding that it is with certainty that Councillor Stroud cannot be replaced. Stroud was first elected in 2010 and served the communities of…
Arts Council receives major donation from Syncrude
FORT McMURRAY, Alberta — The Arts Council of Wood Buffalo (ACWB) has received a major boost for its INCredible campaign with a $250,000 donation from Syncrude, operated by Suncor. This contribution brings ACWB closer to its $3 million goal to…
Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo Economic Development and Tourism Announces New Interim CEO
FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta— The Board of Directors of Wood Buffalo Economic Development and Tourism (FMWBEDT) has appointed Lisa Sweet as the new Interim CEO. She succeeds Dennis Vroom, who led the organization since April 2024 while on secondment from the…
Province issues Fire Advisory for Fort McMurray Forest Area
FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta— Alberta Wildfire has issued a Fire Advisory for the Fort McMurray Forest Area due to the very high fire danger and persistent warm, dry conditions. Under the advisory, no new fire permits will be issued until conditions…
Snye Point dredging begins next week
RMWB has announced the annual Snye dredging will take place beginning on Monday. Construction fencing will be installed next week, and Snye Point will be closed until mid-September. The RM says this is necessary as sediment deposits build up throughout…