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
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
A fire restriction is now in effect across all rural areas of Strathcona County as of 4 p.m. Monday, following a combination of dry weather and high winds that have increased the risk of wildfires. Under the restriction, all fire
A 37-year-old Edmonton man died early Friday after a single-vehicle crash on the southbound Anthony Henday Drive near Baseline Road. Strathcona County RCMP responded to the scene just after midnight on May 2. Police say the man was the only
Local landowners worried about flooding, drought, and wildfire risks are invited to a public open house on May 10 aimed at helping them find funding and support for environmental conservation on their property. Hosted by the Beaver Hills Watershed Stewardship
With warmer weather approaching, Strathcona County RCMP are encouraging residents to use Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) strategies to reduce property crime. As more people spend time outdoors or head out on vacations, RCMP say now is the time
Strathcona County residents are invited to connect with local first responders during a special event celebrating National Police Week. The “Committed to Serve Together” event, hosted by the Strathcona County RCMP in collaboration with Enforcement Services, Emergency Services, and several
From baking to fashion tech, Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) students are bringing their best to the Skills Alberta Provincial Competition in Edmonton on May 7 and 8. The event highlights emerging talent in trades and technologies—and for many EIPS
A 40-year-old Edmonton man is facing multiple charges after allegedly trying to fraudulently purchase a vehicle worth approximately $64,000 from a Sherwood Park dealership. Strathcona County RCMP received a fraud complaint on April 19 and launched an investigation through their
Strathcona County residents can expect their 2025 property tax notices in the mail by mid-May, reflecting a 3.9% overall increase. Despite the hike, the County maintains one of the lowest municipal tax rates in the Edmonton metropolitan region. Mayor Rod
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