Athabasca

RCMP Trace Stolen Goods to Fort McMurray Theft Victims FORT MCMURRAY, Alta. — Alberta RCMP are working to return millions of dollars worth of stolen property recovered from an alleged chop-shop near Athabasca. Police have linked most items to thefts in the Fort McMurray area. Corporal Troy Savinkoff, RCMP Public Information Officer, said the thefts […]

Athabasca RCMP Recover Millions in Stolen Property, Charge Local Man RCMP in Athabasca have uncovered what they believe to be a chop shop containing millions of dollars worth of stolen vehicles and equipment. The discovery followed a report from a victim whose vehicle had been stolen on December 29. The vehicle’s onboard GPS led police […]

Fort Chipewyan Winter Road Opens to Light Vehicles FORT MCMURRAY, Alta. — The winter road connecting Fort McMurray and Fort Chipewyan will open to traffic on Tuesday, December 17.  However, the road will be limited to vehicles weighing 5,000 kilograms or less. The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) advises drivers to exercise caution, drive […]

Residents in Fort Chipewyan will soon have access to a new creative hub in their community. The Mikisew Cree First Nation Education Authority, Wood Buffalo Regional Innovation Network, and Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo Economic Development & Tourism are launching a makerspace at the Fort Chipewyan Secondary School. The facility will offer residents access to computers, […]

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 noon on April 18th. They are issuing a River Ice Advisory for the breakup of the Athabasca River from the Town of Athabasca to […]

Kids Help Phone Canada (KHP) is launching a new nationwide action plan called “Finding Hope.” The organization’s goal is to strengthen support for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis young people and address gaps in e-mental health care. Working in partnership with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people and organizations, KHP is taking specific actions to […]