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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 message, encouraging swimmers not to swim alone, watch out for
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 bus bench that had deliberately been set on fire on
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
Missing Evansburg woman may be in Edmonton
Evansburg RCMP are seeking help locating a missing woman who they say may be in Edmonton. 51-year-old Bonnie Rideout was last seen leaving Lac Isle on April 3, 2025. She
Alberta places restrictions on sexually explicit books in schools
The government of Alberta has announced restrictions on the books that will be allowed in schools. This ban primarily targets sexually explicit books. Concerningly, the ban also includes restrictions around
Two youth arrested in fatal Wetaskiwin arson
On December 15, 2024, at approximately 5:15 a.m., Wetaskiwin RCMP received a report of a residential house fire near 53 Avenue and 45 Street in Wetaskiwin. When police arrived to
EPS seek assistance in identifying arson suspect
The Edmonton Police Service is asking the public for assistance in locating a suspect related to an arson case that took place at approximately 5 a.m. on June 4. A
Warm and Breezy Start to the Weekend Before Showers Return
Sunshine and gusty southwest winds kick off a warm Friday, with clouds building later in the evening. Saturday clears quickly after a cloudy start, staying breezy and pleasant throughout the
Edmonton City Council holds firm at 8 units in mid-block infills
After four days of, at times, heated public hearings at the Edmonton City Council, the Bylaw will face changes, but not the ones that some residents had hoped for. The
Strathcona County hosts pond party this evening
Strathcona County is hosting a community pond party this evening as a way for residents to learn more about Strathcona County’s stormwater facilities and their ecological benifits. Pond parties have
Oil Kings trade Roan Woodward to Victoria Royals for draft picks
The Edmonton Oil Kings have announced today that they are trading Roan Woodward to the Victoria Royals in exchange for two draft picks. The first pick is a fourth round
Herbert Road and Arlington Drive shut down in St. Albert for roadway reconstruction
The City of St. Albert is doing some road work extending from Falstaff Avenue/Akins Drive to Sunset Boulevard. As such, the intersection of Herbert Road and Arlington Drive will be
EPS canine officer injured during stolen vehicle investigation
An Edmonton Police Services (EPS) officer has been injured by a suspected impaired driver during a stolen vehicle investigation that took place on June 27 at approximately 1:30 p.m.. Police
Spotty Showers Today, Then Sun Heats Up the Weekend
Today stays mostly cloudy with a chance of showers and a late-day thunderstorm as gusty northwest winds develop. Skies clear this evening, setting the stage for a sunnier and warmer
Alberta RCMP provide tips on how to prevent car thefts during the summer
Alberta RCMP have reminded vehicle owners of the importance of keeping their vehicles safe during the warm summer months. Whether at a campsite, a trailhead or simply stopping to get
Alberta RCMP lay charges in 2020 Calgary homicide
Alberta RCMP have laid charges in a 2020 homicide that took place in Chestermere, a city to the east of the Calgary. The five-year investigation involved the death of Sahil
