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2 EIPS Students win gold in provincial skills competition
Two students from Elk Island Public Schools have won the gold medal in their event categories at the recent Skills Alberta provincial championships. James Lowes, a Grade 9 student from Vegreville Composite High won first place in Culinary Arts for
Edmontonians Invited to Stand Together on Moose Hide Campaign Day
On Wednesday, May 14, Edmontonians are invited to gather at City Hall from 1 to 3 p.m. for Moose Hide Campaign Day—a national movement to end domestic and gender-based violence. Hosted in partnership with the City of Edmonton and the
2 EIPS Students win gold in provincial skills competition
Two students from Elk Island Public Schools have won the gold medal in their event categories at the recent Skills Alberta provincial championships. James Lowes, a Grade 9 student from
Edmontonians Invited to Stand Together on Moose Hide Campaign Day
On Wednesday, May 14, Edmontonians are invited to gather at City Hall from 1 to 3 p.m. for Moose Hide Campaign Day—a national movement to end domestic and gender-based violence.
39 new Measels cases reported in Alberta
Alberta is reporting almost 40 new cases of Measels in the province, bringing to total 365 cases since early March. 30 of the new cases are in the southern zone
Alberta Freezes Industrial Carbon Price to Shield Jobs, Industry from U.S. Tariff Fallout
In a direct response to escalating U.S. tariffs and rising economic uncertainty, Alberta’s government is freezing the industrial carbon price at $95 per tonne. The move is aimed at protecting
Alberta to host a dozen summer sports events
Alberta is taking centre stage with over a dozen major sporting events headed out west over the summer. Alberta’s government has committed more than $1.2 million in Major Sport Event
Alberta RCMP Continue Parkland County homicide investigation
One year later and the Alberta RCMP continue the investigation into the found remains of 19-year-old Eric Moonias who was located in a treed area South of Spruce Grove in Parkland County
Skinner Shuts the Door as Oilers Silence Critics and Crush Knights in Game 4
Stuart Skinner heard the noise — and then shut it out. After a week of being the target for every talk-show rant and online blame game, the Edmonton Oilers’ goaltender
Showers and Thunder Midweek Before a Sunny Reset
Today starts bright, but a chance of afternoon showers brings a hint of instability. Wednesday follows a similar pattern, with increasing clouds, scattered showers, and even the risk of a
Morinville Property Taxes lower than expected
At a Special Meeting of Council on May 6th, Morinville Council approved a second and third reading of Bylaw 7/2025, the Property Tax Bylaw. The Bylaw included a reduced tax
Redwater RCMP arrest water sprinkler tamperer
Redwater RCMP have arrested a man tampering with water sprinkler systems set up by the fire department to protect homes from wildfires. The sprinkler systems were rendered ineffective following the
Sherwood Park Man charged with child pornography crimes
A 45-year-old Sherwood Park resident is facing multiple child pornography charges following a recent investigation from Strathcona County RCMP and the Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE). In April 2025, the
Rainy Start Clears the Way for a Brighter Week
Light showers this morning will give way to steadier rain by the afternoon before skies begin to clear overnight. Sunshine returns Tuesday morning, though a few afternoon showers remain possible
Oilers Lose Game 3 With Less Than 1 Second Left
This is what it looked like when Reilly Smith of the Las Vegas Golden Knights added his second and (tie/heart)breaking goal of the game with less than a second remaining
Oilers Look to Extend Series Lead Tonight at Rogers Place
The Edmonton Oilers return to home ice tonight for Game 3 of their second-round series against the Vegas Golden Knights. With a 2-0 lead, the Oilers have a chance to
Weekend Ends Bright, But Rain Returns Monday
Clouds build through today with a slight chance of evening showers before skies clear overnight. Sunday starts sunny and warm, though afternoon showers may briefly interrupt the pleasant stretch. A
Harbour Pool launches lifejacket loaner station
Fort Saskatchewan is continuing its partnership with the Lifesaving Society to return the Lifejacket Loaner station outside of Harbour Pool. The station will give free access to lifejackets in all
Edmonton to face Calgary in CEBL Season Opener
The first tip off of the Canadian Elite Basketball League is happening right here in Edmonton, with the Stingers hosting the Calgary Surge on Sunday at the Edmonton EXPO Centre.
Oilers Steal Game 2 in OT, Take 2-0 Series Lead Over Vegas
The Edmonton Oilers pulled off a gritty 5-4 overtime win Thursday night, grabbing a 2-0 stranglehold on their second-round series against the Vegas Golden Knights — and doing it the
Pleasant Weekend Before Wet Weather Moves In
Mild temperatures and a mix of sun and cloud set the tone for a calm and comfortable Friday. The weekend stays on track with similar fair conditions, making it ideal
Bushfire in west Edmonton closes Henday
Businesses were evacuated and parts of the Anthony Henday were shut down Tuesday due to a wildfire in West Edmonton. Edmonton Fire Rescue Services stated it received reports of a
Apartment fire in Clairview destroys building
A fire in an apartment building in Clairview on Tuesday has left 252 residents displaced. The fire started on the second floor and moved upwards to the second and third
St. Albert RCMP invites Community Interaction with Expo Event
St. Albert RCMP is hosting a Police Expo event for youth and the community on Wednesday May 21, 2025. The expo aims to provide an opportunity to showcase some of
Sturgeon County Expands Wildfire Evacuation Zone; Residents Must Register at New Morinville Centre
Sturgeon County has expanded its Wildfire Evacuation Order to include everyone from Range Road 213 East to Range Road 203, and has now been extended south, and includes everyone between
Oilers Aim for 2-0 Series Lead Tonight in Vegas
The Edmonton Oilers look to extend their second-round playoff series lead against the Vegas Golden Knights tonight at T-Mobile Arena. Game 2 puck drop is set for 7:30 PM MT,
Showers Move Out, Sunshine Builds for the Weekend
Scattered showers and a chance of thunder mark a turbulent start to the day, but skies begin to clear by evening. Cooler air lingers behind the front, keeping temperatures close
Oilers Rally Past Golden Knights in Game 1 Comeback Victory
The Edmonton Oilers flipped the switch and stole Game 1 in Vegas with a composed, confident 4-2 win over the Golden Knights Tuesday night — their fifth straight playoff victory
Heat Breaks with Wind and Showers Before Cooler Stretch
After a warm and breezy day today, a shift overnight brings stronger winds and increasing clouds. Showers are likely early Thursday, followed by some clearing in the afternoon as cooler
BREAKING: Wildfire Forces Immediate Evacuation Near Redwater Provincial Rec Area
UPDATE 6:19pm: Sturgeon County has expanded the evacuation order to include everyone located on Range Road 213 east to Range Road 203 and between Township Road 580 south to Township
Michelle Hay Appointed Chief Administrative Officer for Morinville
The Town of Morinville has officially appointed Michelle Hay as Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), effective immediately. Hay steps into the role with extensive municipal leadership experience, having served as Morinville’s
Sturgeon County Man Charged After RCMP Seize Drugs and Firearm in Stony Plain
A Sturgeon County man is facing multiple charges after Alberta RCMP seized drugs and a firearm from a stolen vehicle in Stony Plain on April 22, 2025. The RCMP Community
