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Sunny Start with Clouds and Flurries Possible Overnight
The day begins with sunshine before clouds gradually move in, bringing a slight chance of showers or flurries in the evening. Early morning fog will clear, and light winds will keep conditions calm throughout the day. Heading into the weekend,
Mayor Sohi’s Federal Ambitions Raise Questions Amid Lacklustre Mayoral Performance
Edmonton Mayor Amarjeet Sohi is reportedly preparing to run as a Liberal candidate in the upcoming federal election, expected to be called on Sunday. This development comes amid scrutiny of his mayoral tenure over issues such as homelessness, rising property
Sunny Start with Clouds and Flurries Possible Overnight
The day begins with sunshine before clouds gradually move in, bringing a slight chance of showers or flurries in the evening. Early morning fog will clear, and light winds will
Mayor Sohi’s Federal Ambitions Raise Questions Amid Lacklustre Mayoral Performance
Edmonton Mayor Amarjeet Sohi is reportedly preparing to run as a Liberal candidate in the upcoming federal election, expected to be called on Sunday. This development comes amid scrutiny of
Carney’s Cynical Power Grab? Liberals Poised to Call Snap Election
Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to announce a federal election for April 28, shortly after taking over the Liberal Party following Justin Trudeau’s resignation. Carney, a former central banker
Cloudy Skies with Flurries Giving Way to Sunshine
Cloudy skies will develop this morning, bringing a chance of light flurries or rain showers by the afternoon. Conditions will clear tonight before a mix of sun and cloud returns
Sunny Skies Give Way to Increasing Clouds
Bright and sunny conditions will dominate today before clouds move in later this evening. The week ahead will see a mix of sun and cloud, with generally calm winds and
Spring-like conditions are coming just in time…for spring!
Cloudy skies will linger this morning before clearing around midday, bringing some brighter conditions for the afternoon. The trend of milder weather continues into midweek with sunny skies expected tomorrow
Sledge Hockey Day 2025: A Celebration of Sport and Community Spirit
Get ready for an unforgettable day of family fun and inclusive sports at Sledge Hockey Day on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at Millennium Place! From 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.,
Chilly Start with Milder Days on the Horizon
Cooler-than-usual conditions will persist today with cloudy skies and a chance of flurries. Overnight, light snowfall is expected before skies clear by morning. Sunshine will return Tuesday, helping temperatures climb
Chilly Conditions Continue, but Warmer Weather Ahead
Temperatures will remain well below seasonal norms today, with cloudy skies and a chance of flurries. Overnight conditions will turn colder with bitter wind chills posing a risk of frostbite.
Cold Temperatures Persist as Flurries Linger
Chilly conditions continue today with a mix of sun and cloud and a slight chance of flurries. The cold will remain overnight, with temperatures dipping sharply before some cloud cover
Fort Saskatchewan Chamber to Host Spring Job Fair and School Expo
Fort Saskatchewan Chamber to Host Spring Job Fair and School Expo The Fort Saskatchewan and District Chamber of Commerce is set to host its Spring Job Fair and School Expo
Snowfall Warning in effect
Snowfall is expected to become heavy at times this morning. Before the snow ends tonight, 10 to 20 cm of snow is expected. Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and
Snow to Impact Region with Colder Conditions Ahead
Cloudy skies dominate the forecast, with a chance of flurries developing later in the day. Periods of snow are expected overnight, accompanied by gusty winds that will continue into Thursday.
Alberta RCMP Launches Fraud Prevention Month Campaign
The Alberta RCMP has kicked off Fraud Prevention Month, aiming to educate the public on recognizing and avoiding common scams. The campaign highlights several types of fraud that continue to
Life in the Heartland Survey Shows Awareness of Improved Air Quality and Regional Priorities Shift
Residents in Alberta’s Industrial Heartland are showing increased confidence in regional air quality and emergency management, according to results from the 2024 Public Perception Survey conducted by Life in the
Fort Saskatchewan & Lamont County Chamber Welcomes New Executive Director
The Fort Saskatchewan & Lamont County Regional Chamber of Commerce has announced the appointment of Colin Fagnan as its new Executive Director, effective March 3, 2025. Fagnan steps into the
Cold Front Brings Snow and Chilly Conditions
Cloudy skies will clear slightly around noon today, offering brief sunny breaks before cloud cover returns this evening with a chance of flurries. Wednesday brings an increased risk of flurries
RCMP stop speeding vehicle filled with illegal smokes
Police stopped a Dodge Ram travelling at excessive speeds just south of Fort Saskatchewan on Highway 21 at Township Road 542 on Thursday around 5:20 PM. They quickly determined that
Fluctuating Skies and Snow on the Horizon
A cloudy start today will give way to a mix of sun and cloud, with light winds adding a chill to the air. Skies will remain partly cloudy overnight before
Meet the new boss, same as the old boss: Liberals crown Mark Carney as leader
In a result that surprised exactly nobody, The federal Liberals have chosen Mark Carney as their new leader. Carney secured the leadership in a cakewalk with 86% of Liberal Party
RCMP offers presentation to prevent Cryptocurrency Scams
In the past 2 years, over $6.4 million has been lost through cryptocurrency scams in Sherwood Park and Strathcona County. “Crypto” comes with inherent risks especially when investors do not conduct thorough
Spring Tease Ends as Snow Returns
Mild and pleasant conditions continue today with a mix of sun and clouds, but winter isn’t ready to bow out just yet. Clouds will roll in Sunday morning, bringing accumulating
Mild Weekend Before Snow Returns
A mix of sun and clouds will be accompanied by gusty winds today, keeping things brisk despite rising temperatures. Saturday continues the trend of mild weather with a bit of
Police hit owner and driver who struck 34 Street overpass with nearly $40,000 in fines
A “professional” driver piloting a semi-truck carrying an excavator that struck the underside of the 34 Street overpass over the Sherwood Park Freeway early Tuesday morning is going to have
Strathcona County RCMP charge 32-year-old David Kelly with drug trafficking
Strathcona County RCMP Drug Unit has made an arrest in connection with an ongoing investigation since August 2024 into an individual accused of trafficking narcotics in Sherwood Park. Police executed
Comedian Jeff Douglas Updates “I AM CANADIAN” to “WE ARE CANADIAN” in response to Trump Tariffs
If you punched in to Rob Christie in the Morning today on Mix 107.9 – Edmonton’s Perfect Music Mix, you inevitably heard the update to the series of ubiquitous “I
Sunny Skies Give Way to a return to winter
The next few days bring plenty of sunshine and mild temperatures, making for a pleasant start to the weekend. Light winds will pick up at times, but overall conditions remain
Fort Sask RCMP Officer Charged in 2024 Incident
On March 14, 2024, Fort Saskatchewan RCMP received a call about a mental health issue at a residence in Fort Saskatchewan. Upon arrival, officers located a suicidal woman and arrested her
Alberta follows other provinces by responding to U.S. Tariffs
In response to U.S. President Donald Trump declaring a 25% tariff on Canadian goods and 10% on Canadian Energy, Alberta is altering procurement practices to purchase goods and services from
34 Street Reopened After Overheight Load Hits Overpass
Good news! 34 Street at the Edmonton/Sherwood Park border has reopened after yesterday’s fiasco involving a semi carrying an excavator with the driver apparently misjudging the overpass clearance. North and
