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Cyanobacteria advisory issued for Pigeon Lake
A cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) advisory has been issued for Pigeon Lake, located south of Edmonton between Leduc County and the county of Wetaskiwin. Visitors to the lake are advised to avoid all contact with cyanobacterial blooms. If contact occours, wash
Strathcona County to host the 2026 Alberta Summer Games
Strathcona County has announced that they will be the hosts of the 25th Alberta Summer Games, taking place from July 16-19, 2026. Preparations are well underway as the event sits at one year out. The planning is being supported by
Cyanobacteria advisory issued for Pigeon Lake
A cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) advisory has been issued for Pigeon Lake, located south of Edmonton between Leduc County and the county of Wetaskiwin. Visitors to the lake are advised to
Strathcona County to host the 2026 Alberta Summer Games
Strathcona County has announced that they will be the hosts of the 25th Alberta Summer Games, taking place from July 16-19, 2026. Preparations are well underway as the event sits
EPS determine playground fire was likely arson
The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) have determined that a suspicious fire that took place at a playground last week was likely arson and are continuing to seek the public’s support
Parkland RCMP go on arrest spree in Spruce Grove
Parkland RCMP, in partnership with the Alberta RCMP Community Response Team, have gone on another arrest spree to combat prolific offenders in the community. Earlier this year, six search warrants
Smoky Skies and Showers Before a Rainy Weekend
A mix of sun and cloud kicks off the day, but widespread smoke and a chance of showers or thunderstorms may dull the afternoon. Skies will clear tonight, though lingering
Redwater teen ticketed for doing almost double speed limit
On July 12, Redwater RCMP noticed a car driving at a high rate of speed while on control. The vehicle was driving through a construction zone on Highway 28 in
Arc Card users get free general admission to KDays
Edmonton Transit Service (ETS) is celebrating KDays with a historical exhibit and special Arc Card promotion. ETS is hosting a interactive exhibit from July 18 through 27, including two heritage
Calgary police officer charged with second degree murder
A Calgary police officer has been charged with two counts of second-degree murder following a shooting that took place late in May 2023. The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT)
Fort Sask. Disc Golf opening delayed
The Grand Opening for Fort Saskatchewan’s newest attraction, the West River’s Edge disc golf course, has been delayed. In a news release sent out by the city yesterday, the event
St. Albert soon to allow green burials
St. Albert has opened the door on allowing green burials. A motion was unanimously passed during City Council’s July 2nd meeting directing administration to amend the Cemetary Bylaw, allowing for
Alberta affected in salmonella salami recall
A salami product sold in Alberta is being recalled after it was discovered that it contains salmonella causing bacterias. Certain batches of Soppressata Salami Sweet have been recalled in Alberta,
Sturgeon River water quality advisory partially lifted
The water quality advisory for Sturgeon River has been updated after 5 months of dispersion of a sewage spill. The advisory has been updated to only include the Rivercrest area
Sunny Start to the Weekend Before Showers Move In
Today brings a mix of sun and cloud along with a gusty southeast breeze, making for a pleasant and seasonable day. Thursday will start sunny, but there’s a chance of
Harbour Pool to host Water Safety classes during Drowning Prevention Week
The City of Fort Saskatchewan is supporting the National Drowning Prevention Week with water safety classes taking place at Harbour Pool from July 20-26. The city is promoting the #SaferTogether
2 youths arrested in connection to bus bench arsons
Two youths have been arrested after a string of arson cases involving bus benches. On July 12 at approximately 10:08 p.m., Red Deer RCMP had received a report of a
St. Albert receives provincial funding for commercial / residential building
St. Albert and Homeland Housing have received a 14.5-million-dollar grant from the Government of Alberta. The grant is going towards a commercial and residential project being built at 22 St.
EPS seize synthetic opioids resembling name-brand medicine
The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) have seized some synthetic opioid pills that are disguised as name-brand anti-anxiety medications. On June 19, police were able to intercept a package containing several
Wetaskiwin RCMP arrest alleged fentanyl dealers
On July 9, Wetaskiwin RCMP observed two known drug dealers leaving the town. The Wetaskiwin Crime Reduction and General Investigation Section were alerted, and surveillance of the alleged dealers were
Sunshine Today, Clouds and Showers on the Way
A sunny and pleasant day kicks things off, with clouds increasing overnight ahead of a more unsettled pattern. Wednesday and Thursday will be mostly cloudy, with a slight chance of
St. Albert increases municipal election budget to $930k
The budget for St. Alberts upcoming municipal has taken a significant leap from last election cycle, with the amount of allocated funds jumping to $930,700. The new budget is over
Parkland RCMP conducts warrant round-up
Parkland RCMP, in partnership with Central Alberta’s Crime Reduction Unit, conducted a warrant round-up targeting known offenders in the area on July 10. As a result, multiple individuals were arrested,
Oilers add 3 new hires to coaching staff
The Edmonton Oilers have added three new members to their coaching staff for the 2025-26 season. Paul McFarland is joining Edmonton after taking up the head coaching roll for the
Sherwood Park man arrested in St. Paul
St. Paul RCMP warned the public of a man who was threatening to kill himself and specific people in St. Paul this Saturday. The individual was seen in Canmore earlier
Stingers take down Scarborough to make it 6 wins in a row
The Edmonton Stingers have continued their winning streak with their first road game since their win against the Calgary Surge in Red Deer almost a month ago. The Stingers took
EPS seek witnesses in central Edmonton hit-and-run
The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) are investigating a collision in central Edmonton on the evening of July 12. A Toyota Echo was travelling eastbound on 97 Avenue at 101 Street
Cloudy Start Gives Way to a Sunny Stretch Before Weekend Showers
Skies remain mostly cloudy today with a slight chance of showers, but conditions will clear overnight. Sunshine returns Tuesday and continues into midweek, with temperatures holding near seasonal normals. A
Sherwood Park businesses host “Christmas in July” fundraiser for Strathcona Christmas Bureau
This is the second year that Trendz Optical have run a donation drive support the Strathcona Christmas Bureau, an organization that helps give Christmas gifts to families in need, and
UPDATED: Highway 611 Closed After Collision Near Newbrook
Update July 14, 2025 12:06am: RCMP inform that Highway 611 has reopened. Redwater RCMP are responding to a single-vehicle collision on Highway 611 near Newbrook. The highway is closed in
Alberta hosts Family Fishing weekend this weekend
Alberta is hosting their second and final Family Fishing weekend of the year this weekend. During Family Fishing Weekends, Albertans and those visiting Alberta are encouraged to try fishing on
Edmonton Stingers look to make it 6 in a row in Scarborough
After a slow start to the season seeing the Stingers go 1-3 in their first four games, Edmonton’s Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) team has since gone 8-3 in their
