Tag Archives: RMWB
Fort McMurray's Arts Hub Nears Reality-But Support Needed
FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta - The design of Fort McMurray's much-anticipated Arts Inc. creative hub downtown has been finalized, marking a significant milestone in the project. GEC Architecture completed t...
Aug 27, 2024
Fort McMurray Schools to Stay Open Despite Possible Support Staff Strike
FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta - Classes will continue even if support staff go on strike, according to a joint statement from the Fort McMurray Public and Catholic school districts. The districts assured par...
Aug 26, 2024
Wood Buffalo RCMP investigating Clark Crescent shooting
Wood Buffalo RCMP are investigating a shooting that took place downtown last night in Fort McMurray. Police were called to a backyard on Clark Crescent, where three gunshots were reportedly fired into...
Aug 23, 2024
Arrests announced after ALERT sting in Fort McMurray
Over 1,000 grams of cocaine, a firearm, and several thousands of dollars in cash were seized as part of the Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team's investigation that took place last week in Fort McMu...
Aug 19, 2024
Alberta Wildfire issues Fire Restriction
The province has issued a fire restriction for the Fort McMurray Forest Area south of Lake Athabasca. Wood campfires are now prohibited on public lands in this area, though they remain permitted in de...
Aug 15, 2024
Report: RCMP and ALERT execute several search warrants
UPDATED: There is new information on the Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team activities in Fort McMurray on Wednesday. According to a statement from ALERT, three search warrants were executed as par...
Aug 14, 2024
Wood Buffalo RCMP investigating two thefts and one assault
Wood Buffalo RCMP are investigating a pair of thefts that took place recently. April 10 theft and assault suspect. Photo Courtesy: Wood Buffalo RCMP July 2 liquor theft suspect. Photo Courtesy: ...
Aug 13, 2024
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 ...
Aug 12, 2024
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 organi...
Aug 08, 2024
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 f...
Aug 08, 2024