Sherwood Park/Strathcona

NAIT suspends 18 programs due to cost

The Northern Alberta Institute of Technology has made the decision to halt 18 programs across its schools due to rising costs and lack of engagement. Student intake will no longer be accepted while the programs are under review for potential

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AUPE members Strike - Feb. 2025
Sherwood Park/Strathcona

AUPE considers strike with 80% voter turnout

The Albert Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) have made their voices heard on whether they wish to go on strike, with an 80% voter turnout. Of those voters, 90.1% of them voted for a strike. Union President Guy Smith stated

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Streaking lights on the Walterdale Bridge
Sherwood Park/Strathcona

Clearing Skies Today, Clouds Return for the Weekend

Showers wrap up this morning as skies begin to clear, making way for a dry and breezy day. Fog may develop overnight, but Friday looks mostly sunny once it lifts, with pleasant and calm conditions. The break in cloud cover

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The winners of 2025 Skills Alberta Competition, going to Skills Canada late May 2025.
Sherwood Park/Strathcona

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

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Sherwood Park/Strathcona

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 Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team’s ICE Unit launched an investigation

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Fountains at the Legislature
Sherwood Park/Strathcona

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 to seasonal values. Friday brings a brighter outlook with a

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