Category Archives: News
One person dead following collision on Highway 63
A 47-year-old woman from Fort McMurray is dead following a serious motor vehicle accident over the weekend. Late Saturday morning RCMP along with EMS responded to a two-vehicle accident on Highway 63 ...
Apr 28, 2024
Saprae Creek wildfire under control
The wildfire burning near Saprae Creek is now considered under control. The blaze began on April 21st prompting an evacuation alert to be issued for Saprae Creek Estates. Shortly after 6 p.m. on Thurs...
Apr 25, 2024
RCMP seeking missing woman
RCMP in Wood Buffalo is asking for your help locating a missing person. Amara Gonzales, a 35-year-old woman was last seen on April 4th in the downtown area. The police are concerned for her wellbeing....
Apr 25, 2024
New rules for outdoor fires in the RMWB
The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is revising its Outdoor Fire Bylaw. The Municipal Council approved revisions to the rules governing outdoor fires at their meeting on April 22nd. The n...
Apr 24, 2024
Police searching for suspects in Thickwood vandalism
Police are investigating vandalism to several vehicles in Thickwood. Overnight on April 19th and 20th, several vehicles along Ross Haven Drive and Raven Place were damaged by vandals. At 1 a.m. on Sat...
Apr 24, 2024
Nighttime firefighting aircraft aid Saprae wildfire suppression
Alberta's night-time firefighting capabilities are already being put to use. Yesterday evening the province said they have made progress on the fire burning near Saprae Creek Estates, and it is now cl...
Apr 23, 2024
New Artists in Residence make their way to Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo
Two new artists in residence are coming to our region. The Arts Council of Wood Buffalo is welcoming Dan Cardinal McCartney and Michelle Wilson as they spend the next three weeks immersed in the cultu...
Apr 22, 2024
Police warn of tainted street drugs
Alberta RCMP is issuing a warning about tainted narcotics hitting the streets across the province. In February, Grand Prairie RCMP seized a large quantity of drugs linked to at least one overdose deat...
Apr 22, 2024
Saprae Creek under evacuation alert due to a nearby wildfire
Update, 8:00 p.m. April 21: Wood Buffalo RCMP are advising the public not to operate drones in the vicinity of the wildfire. Police say drones have been seen flying in the area of the wildfire, ground...
Apr 21, 2024
Alberta Environment issues Ice Advisory of Athabasca River
8:30 p.m. April 18, 2024: River breakup has started along parts of the Athabasca. Alberta Environment and Protected Areas observed the breakup occurring between the Pembina River and Crooked Rapids at...
Apr 18, 2024
