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Alberta announces $28M for flood and drought protection projects
EDMONTON - After a winter marked by heavy snowfall in many parts of Alberta, including the Fort McMurray region where seasonal flooding is a recurring concern along the Clearwater and Athabasca rivers...
Apr 09, 2026
Fort McMurray skywatchers may get prime view of Lyrid meteors
FORT McMURRAY, Alta. - One of the oldest recorded meteor showers is set to return to northern skies this month, with the annual Lyrid display expected to peak overnight April 21 into the early hours o...
Apr 09, 2026
Rising measles cases prompt province to issue exposure advisories, North Zone spared
EDMONTON - It's the epidemic that just won't go away. While only a few months ago Alberta had just one communicable case of measles, that number has grown significantly, even prompting exposure alerts...
Apr 08, 2026
Rising measles cases prompt province to issue exposure advisories, North Zone spared
EDMONTON - It's the epidemic that just won't go away. While only a few months ago Alberta had just one communicable case of measles, that number has grown significantly, even prompting exposure alerts...
Apr 08, 2026
Dozens of charges laid, including bestiality, in Edmonton human trafficking investigation
EDMONTON - A 47-year-old Edmonton man is facing dozens of charges, including human trafficking and several animal-related offences, following a lengthy investigation into the alleged exploitation of m...
Apr 08, 2026
Seasonal flood measures in place as Athabasca River breakup approaches
FORT MCMURRAY - As river breakup season approaches, the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo says preparations are complete to reduce the risk of spring flooding in the downtown core. Municipal offic...
Apr 02, 2026
RMWB secures $367K to support housing stability programs
FORT MCMURRAY - The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo has received federal funding to support homelessness prevention efforts in the community through a local non-profit program. The municipality ...
Apr 02, 2026
Wood Buffalo RCMP launch new unit to combat financial crime
FORT MCMURRAY - Wood Buffalo RCMP are launching a new Financial Crime Unit aimed at addressing the growing impact of fraud and cyber-related offences in the region. The unit, announced Wednesday, will...
Apr 02, 2026
Fort Chipewyan winter road set to close April 7
FORT MCMURRAY - The Fort Chipewyan Winter Road is set to close for the season April 7 as warmer spring temperatures continue to affect travel conditions. The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo says...
Apr 02, 2026
Canada extends work permit deadlines for Ukrainians under CUAET
OTTAWA - Canada is extending temporary work permit measures for Ukrainians who fled Russia's invasion, giving eligible applicants more time to remain in the workforce while living in the country. Immi...
Apr 01, 2026
