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Content Warning:The following story contains descriptions of alleged sexual assault and may be distressing to some readers. Reader discretion is advised. FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta— A civil lawsuit has been filed against Fort McKay First Nations Chief Raymond Powder, alleging sexual assaults dating back to the 1970s and 1980s. Harvard Media News has obtained a statement […]

Wood Buffalo RCMP Seek Public’s Help in Locating Missing Teen FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta— Wood Buffalo RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance locating 14-year-old Nora Betschart, who has been missing since Monday, October 21. Police say they are concerned for her wellbeing and are asking anyone with information to come forward. Betschart is described as […]

Alberta Government Intervenes in Edmonton Public School Labour Dispute The Alberta Government is again stepping in to resolve an ongoing labour dispute. This time they are intervening in the ongoing conflict between Edmonton Public Schools and their 3,200 support staff, represented by CUPE Local 3550. Last week, Union members voted 97 per cent in favour […]

Alberta and Assembly of First Nations Call for Federal Action on First Nations Policing Premier Danielle Smith and Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Cindy Woodhouse are calling for the federal government to move forward on its First Nations and Inuit Policing Program. The two leaders issued a joint statement calling on Ottawa to […]

Fort McMurray Man Charged for Careless Operation of Dirt Bike FORT McMURRAY, Alberta— A Fort McMurray man is facing a litany of charges following complaints about the reckless operation of a dirt bike in Fort McMurray. On Friday, October 18th, Wood Buffalo RCMP responded to reports of a dirt bike being driven on sidewalks, across […]

Arts Take Centre Stage During Buffy Awards Gala FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta— The Arts Council of Wood Buffalo feted the arts community in Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo this weekend. The organization presented the winners of the 2024 Buffy Awards during a glamorous Miami-Vice-themed gala on Saturday. Known as “The Buffys,” the awards place a spotlight on […]

Alberta RCMP Urge Caution After Snow Snarls Highways FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta — After heavy snow caused delays and disruptions on highways across Alberta, the RCMP are urging motorists to use extra caution and be prepared for winter driving season. Yesterday’s weather caused snarls and headaches on Highway 63 while Highway 2 between Calgary and Edmonton […]

Enter if you dare… Back by very popular demand, with some serious upgrades in both spook and comfort (like no waiting in line outside for instance), The Haunting of Fort McMurray is truly a fun experience for only $10. The event is hosted by the Wood Buffalo Food Bank Association for the 2nd year in […]

Alberta Celebrates Small Business Week with Chamber Awards Gala in Fort McMurray FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta—As Canada marks Small Business Week, Alberta’s Parliamentary Secretary for Small Business and Northern Development, Tany Yao, is calling on residents to celebrate the province’s entrepreneurs. Yao says small businesses are the backbone of Alberta’s economy, making up about 95 per […]

The Harvard Media Online Auction is back for the Fall edition, with hundreds of lots up for bid right now. But all lots will begin to close at 7pm on Oct 21st! Register and click around here to see what’s available. All ‘current’ bids below are from the time of writing. A few of the […]