Fort McMurray

The Artisan Square is stepping up to host this year’s Christmas Market. The recent trade show and artisan markets are typically organized by the Chamber of Commerce and they were exploring bringing back the Christmas Market. However, the event was cancelled due to scheduling issues with the venue. The Chamber explored other venues to host […]

The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is out with its photo radar locations for the week. For the week of October 9th, the RMWB says that Automated Traffic Enforcement will set up along: The Municipality is reminding drivers that while these areas are the focus of photo radar enforcement, the unit may move to […]

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is adding 70 newly recruited nurses from various international backgrounds to their staff.   Approximately 50 of them are designated for AHS’ North Zone, which includes Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo. These nurses come from 15 different countries and have successfully met all the requisite criteria for practicing in Alberta. Fadumo Robinson, […]

Where’s the undo button?

Oct. 10, 2023, 1:30 p.m. UPDATE: Wood Buffalo RCMP has reported that Jason Pilkington has been found safe. — Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing male. Jason David Pilkington was last seen in Fort McMurray on October 5th, and the RCMP are concerned for his wellbeing. Pilkington is 42 years old, […]

Wood Buffalo RCMP are seeking public assistance in locating a missing woman. 36-year-old Brandi Laurie was last seen on Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023, at the Northern Lights Regional Health Centre. Brandi Laurie is described as 5’8″, 120 pounds, with brown eyes, brown medium length hair, and a light complexion. She also has multiple tattoo’s including […]

Home made? Store bought? With pumpkin pie, it matters not. But this does.

“You sure about that, bud?”To a few, this may seem like an essential product. A need seen and filled. But I suspect that to most, this looks like a high tech futuristic VR ball gag of some kind. It boasts the ability to produce crystal-clear signals of your voice – nearly eliminating all outer noise. […]

The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is announcing its new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). Henry Hunter will assume his new role as CAO of the RMWB on October 16th, pending his formal appointment at the October 10th council meeting. Hunter previously served as the Chief Executive Officer of Wood Buffalo Housing for over six […]

The Fort McMurray Public School Division (FMPSD) is experiencing an influx of students for the 2023/24 school year. To meet the demands of growing schools and classrooms, FMPSD has hired 40 new teachers across the division. The Division says the new educators bring diverse experiences, with some having previously taught across Canada and in other […]