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Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo will be in the path of a partial solar eclipse this weekend. The annular solar eclipse will occur on Saturday, October 14th, starting at 9:23 a.m. and reaching its maximum at 10:31 a.m., with just over 43 per cent of the sun’s disk covered by the moon. Richard Covey, an amateur […]

The RMWB is preparing its winter maintenance program ahead of the first big snowfall. Roads within the RMWB are sectioned into certain routes and the Winter Maintenance Zone program. Major roads, school zones, and steep hills are prioritized after snowfall however they will avoid plowing school zones between the hours of 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 […]

Council has voted to approve a presentation to present a Poverty Reduction Plan for the RMWB. Councillor Funky Banjoko brought the motion forward at the Sept. 12 council meeting and discussions took place at the Oct. 10 meeting. Councillor Banjoko said the RMWB is unique in some ways when it comes to cost of living […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is being honored with an award for Plant and Flora displays at the National Communities in Bloom Symposium in Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo. The RMWB says the award recognizes the efforts of public works staff in beautifying the region through creative displays like decorative canoes and planters. Local […]

Girls Inc. of Northern Alberta is announcing a new Woman of Inspiration. Denean Robinson is the third Woman of Inspiration in the organization’s 2023-2024 series. Robinson serves as the President and CEO of the Fort McMurray Airport Authority. She has experienced and conquered significant challenges in her career in aviation, including the economic downturn in […]

Kids Help Phone Canada (KHP) is launching a new nationwide action plan called “Finding Hope.” The organization’s goal is to strengthen support for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis young people and address gaps in e-mental health care. Working in partnership with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people and organizations, KHP is taking specific actions to […]