Tag Archives: alberta
Skiers Rescued After Chair Lift Malfunction at Vista Ridge
Skiers Rescued After Chair Lift Malfunction at Vista Ridge FORT MCMURRAY, Alta. - Skiers at Vista Ridge are safely back on the ground after a mechanical failure on the Wilson Chair Lift left several p...
Jan 26, 2025
Murder Charges Laid in 2024 Slaying Near Lac La Biche
Three Northern Albertans Arrested in Connection with Murder Investigation Three people are in police custody following an extensive RCMP investigation into the discovery of human remains found near La...
Jan 23, 2025
School Divisions and CUPE Unions Resume Contract Talks
Negotiations Resume in School Support Staff Strike Fort McMurray, AB - Talks are resuming between striking school support staff and the Fort McMurray Catholic and Public school divisions, offering a p...
Jan 23, 2025
Quick Thinking and High-Tech Tools Lead to Anzac Ice Rescue
Three Words Save Woman in Ice Rescue Near Anzac Fort McMurray, AB - An Anzac woman is safe thanks to a geolocation system and the quick response of Regional Emergency Services (RES) and local voluntee...
Jan 23, 2025
Health Canada Warns of Salmonella in Pastries After Over 60 Fall Ill
Over 60 Canadians Sickened in Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Tainted Pastries A nationwide outbreak of food poisoning has left over 60 Canadians ill after consuming Sweet Cream brand mini pastries, whi...
Jan 22, 2025
Fort McMurray Man Charged in $50K Copper Theft; Second Suspect at Large
Copper Theft Investigation Leads to Arrest, Second Suspect Sought A Fort McMurray man is facing charges in connection with the theft of copper tubing valued at more than $50,000, while police continue...
Jan 22, 2025
Financial Strain Erodes Canadian Life Satisfaction: StatsCan
Financial Stress, Inequality Eroding Life Satisfaction in Canada: StatsCan Inflation and rising costs are taking a toll on Canadians' sense of well-being, with fewer than half now reporting high life ...
Jan 22, 2025
Netflix Raises Prices in Canada, Premium Plan Hits $23.99
Netflix Raises Subscription Prices for Canadian Viewers Netflix is raising its subscription prices for Canadian viewers, marking its first increase since January 2022. The ad-supported basic plan will...
Jan 21, 2025
WinterPlay 2025: Volunteer and Fundraise for Your Non-Profit
RMWB Seeks Non-Profits to Help at WinterPlay Festival With WinterPlay just around the corner, the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is seeking local charities and non-profit groups interest...
Jan 21, 2025
From Fort McMurray to Los Angeles: Alberta Firefighters Battle Blazing Inferno
Alberta Firefighters Assist in Battling California Wildfires Alberta's firefighters are playing a crucial role in combating two major wildfires in California. A team of 40 highly trained Type-1 wildla...
Jan 21, 2025