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Sunny Saturday Turns Wet, Then Summer Heat Builds
Today starts bright and pleasant, but clouds will move in by evening, bringing showers and a chance of thunderstorms overnight. Sunday stays unsettled with more showers and possible thunder, along with cooler daytime temperatures. Skies clear quickly by Sunday night,
Vegreville receives $90k grant to improve signage and tourism to town
Vegreville has received a $90,000 grant from the Government of Alberta to add signage at key locations to improve navigation for visitors travelling to rural tourism events and amenities. The grant comes as part of Alberta’s Small Community Opportunity Program.
Sunny Saturday Turns Wet, Then Summer Heat Builds
Today starts bright and pleasant, but clouds will move in by evening, bringing showers and a chance of thunderstorms overnight. Sunday stays unsettled with more showers and possible thunder, along
Vegreville receives $90k grant to improve signage and tourism to town
Vegreville has received a $90,000 grant from the Government of Alberta to add signage at key locations to improve navigation for visitors travelling to rural tourism events and amenities. The
Strathcona County RCMP announce update regarding 2024 crash leaving two pedestrians injured
On August 13, 2024 Strathcona County RCMP responded to a collision involving two pedestrians on Georgian Way in Sherwood Park. According to the investigation, a vehicle travelling north on Georgian
Wetaskiwin RCMP respond to fatal head-on collision
On July 1 at approximately 7:30 p.m., Wetaskiwin RCMP were made aware of a report of a head-on collision that occurred on Highway 2A just south of the Wetaskiwin City
Fort Sask. RCMP on scene in Lamont House Fire
Fort Saskatchewan RCMP are on the scene of a house fire on 52 Avenue in Lamont. The call came in at approximately 1 a.m. on the morning of July 4.
Strathcona County RCMP arrest drug trafficker
Strathcona County RCMP’s Drug Unit arrested one individual on May 23, 2025 after a result of a month-long investigation that started in April. The investigation resulted in the seizure of
EPS arrest three repeat property crime and firearm offenders
The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) have arrested three individuals after a pursuit involving two stolen vehicles. On June 25, the EPS’ Targeted Response to Auto Theft Prevention (TRAP) team located
Fort McMurray RCMP respond to false hostage situation
Wood Buffalo RCMP responded to a call yesterday at approximately 10:40 a.m. regarding an unknown person seen with a rifle and hostages on a floor in the Nomad Hotel. Police
Sunny Friday Sets Up a Warmer, Stormier Weekend
After a cool and breezy start, skies turn partly cloudy today with mild and comfortable conditions. Saturday brings sunshine early, but heat and humidity will build through the afternoon, along
Lamont County opens registration for Private Dust Control
Lamont County has opened its intake for the fall session of dust control. Sign up must be completed by July 31 to be included in any dust abatement program. All
Medgine Mathurin named Edmonton’s 11th Poet Laureate
The City of Edmonton, Edmonton Public Library and Edmonton Arts Council have announced that Medgine Mathurine will be Edmonton’s next Poet Laureate. The Haitian-born spoken word artist has been in
Strathcona County RCMP Announce public Safety Showcase
Strathcona County RCMP have announced that they will be hosting an Emergency Services and Public Safety Showcase at the Salisbury Composite High School Parking Lot on Friday, August 1. The
Strathcona County RCMP welcome new emotional support dog
Strathcona County RCMP and Enforcement Services are happy to announce the newest member of their team, a 21-month-old golden Labrador named Mickey. The puppy is tasked with providing emotional support
Fort Sask. Canada Day festival breaks records
This year’s Canada Day Festival in Fort Saskatchewan was special for many reasons, not only celebrating the 158th anniversary of Canada’s independence, but also celebrating the 150-year anniversary of the
Oilers’ Division Rival Vegas Lands Mitch Marner in Blockbuster Deal
The Pacific Division just got tougher. The Vegas Golden Knights pulled off a blockbuster sign-and-trade to land former Toronto Maple Leafs winger Mitch Marner, inking him to an eight-year, $96
Oilers Lock In Bouchard with Four-Year, $42M Deal, Securing a Blue-Line Pillar
The Oilers have locked up their top defenseman, signing Evan Bouchard to a four-year extension worth $42 million (US), carrying a $10.5 million average annual value through 2028–29. Since being drafted 10th overall
EPS ask for help locating wanted man and missing son
The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) are seeking the public’s assistance in finding a missing man and son. 30-year-old Noah Rowan and 12-year-old Liam Ross-Rowan were last seen at a hotel
Cooler, Breezy Weather Settles In Before Weekend Warm-Up
A mix of sun and cloud kicks off the day, with a slight chance of afternoon showers and a risk of a thunderstorm as northwest winds pick up. Skies clear
Sherwood Park Chamber of Commerce votes new Board of Directors
The Sherwood Park Chamber of Commerce has sworn in the new Board of Directors for the 2025-26 year. The board will be headed by Pam McCormack as President. Brett Fraser
Alberta announces looser restrictions on alcohol and cannabis sales
The Government of Alberta is adjusting regulations around the sale of alcohol and cannabis to help local producers. Local alcohol producers now have a green light to serve their own
City of Edmonton asks for input on Crystallina Nera East Park
The City of Edmonton is asking for the opinions of residents on the design options for the Crystallina Nera East Community Park at 178 Avenue and 71 Street. Members of
Parkland RCMP investigating armed robbery
Parkland RCMP are investigating an e-bike robbery that took place on July 1 at approximately 9:40 p.m.. An individual saw an unknown suspect attempting to leave the area of Jubilee
Mayor Gale Katcher and MP Garnett Genuis speak at Fort Sask. Canada Day Celebration
Fort Saskatchewan hosted its annual Canada Day celebration on July 1, with the parade hosting thousands of residents lining the streets of Downtown. The parade hosted floats from various organizations
St. Albert asks voter to register by Aug. 15 deadline
St. Albert is asking its residents to sign up to the permanent electors register before August 15 in order to vote in the upcoming October municipal election. This register is
Heat Warning Continues as Storms Signal a Cooldown
Another hot and humid day is on tap as the heat warning remains in effect, with temperatures feeling well above normal. A mix of sun and cloud will give way
Canada Day Heat Kicks Off a Hot Start to July: Heat Warning in effect
It’s a scorcher for Canada Day, with a heat warning in effect and temperatures climbing into the high twenties under mostly sunny skies. A slight chance of morning showers quickly
HAMP air quality report show improvement as local wildfires calm
The Heartland Air Monitoring Partnership has released their air quality report for June 23-29, with the outlook looking far more positive than it has in the past few weeks. Due
Thorsby / Breton RCMP respond to fatal collision
On June 28 at approximately 8:15 p.m., Thorsby/Breton RCMP responded to a collision involving a Dodge Ram and a Chevrolet Silverado on Highway 778 and Township Road 490. The two
Fort Sask RCMP make impaired driver arrest
On June 26 at about 9:30 a.m., a Fort Saskatchewan RCMP officer responded to a complaint of a suspicious male in a parked vehicle at a local restaurant. Police observed
Fox Lake traffic stop leads to seizure of over 120 bottles of vodka
Fox Lake RCMP conducted a traffic stop on June 18 at approximately 8:45 a.m. due to the a plate mismatch. During the stop, the vehicle was found to be operating
