Category Archives: Breaking News

Canada Diversifies Trade as U.S. Share of Exports Hits Lowest Level in Decades
Crude exports surge as country turns to new markets amid ongoing trade tension with the Trump administration Canada's export economy is undergoing a significant shift as trade with the United States c...
Jon Tupper Jul 07, 2025 rabbit75_dep / Depositphotos.com

Carney Signals Momentum for New West Coast Pipeline and Carbon Capture in Alberta
Federal fast-track law and private sector drive seen as keys to nation-building projects Prime Minister Mark Carney says a new West Coast oil pipeline is highly likely to be proposed as a nation-build...
Jon Tupper Jul 06, 2025 David SASSOLI, EP President meets with Mark CARNEY, Governor of the Bank of England

Highway 63 Reopens After Fuel Tanker Crash Near Grassland
One person suffered minor injuries in a weekend collision that shut down the northbound lanes Grassland, AB- A section of Highway 63 was closed for most of Saturday following a serious collision betwe...
Jon Tupper Jul 06, 2025 Highway 55/63 Crash, July 5 2025. Listener supplied photo

Drones Now Tracking Illegal OHV Use in Fort McMurray
Bylaw Services step up enforcement with new aerial technology Fort McMurray, AB- Bylaw Services in Fort McMurray are now using drones to detect, track, and pursue individuals driving off-highway vehic...
Jon Tupper Jul 06, 2025 IraGirichBO / Depositphotos.com

Serious Crash at Highway 63 and Grassland
FORT MCMURRAY---Emergency crews are on the scene of a serious crash. RCMP, fire and ambulance are where Highway 63 meets and Grassland at Atmore. Witnesses report a large semi truck carrying fuel or f...
Harvard Media News Jul 05, 2025 Accident5 on 55/63, image via Alberta 511

Fort McMurray man charged after early morning altercation
Fort McMurray man charged after early morning altercation FORT MCMURRAY, AB. - A 49-year-old man is facing multiple charges following an early morning altercation at a home in the Timberlea neighbourh...
Jon Tupper Jul 04, 2025

Brave bystander climbs Fort McMurray apartment to stop balcony fire
Neighbour hailed as hero after risking injury to alert residents on Canada Day FORT MCMURRAY, AB. - Some people say they have great neighbours, but in this case, there is no doubt. A courageous bystan...
Jon Tupper Jul 03, 2025 2022 Regional Emergency Services Firetruck

High Alert, No Threat: False Report Prompts Hotel Evacuation
False alarm at Fort McMurray hotel prompts high-risk police response FORT MCMURRAY, AB. - A reported gunman and hostage situation at the Nomad Hotel in Fort McMurray turned out to be a false alarm, bu...
Jon Tupper Jul 03, 2025 Police response at Nomad inn. Listener Photot

Forever Canadian movement gains ground as separatist push begins to falter
New pro-Canada coalition adopts official name as momentum grows against Alberta independence vote EDMONTON - A new grassroots effort called Forever Canadian is gaining momentum in Alberta, positioning...
Jon Tupper Jul 03, 2025 Studioclover / Depositphotos.com

Alberta By-Elections Finalized: Nenshi, Brar, and Sawyer Elected
Official results confirm Nenshi wins Edmonton-Strathcona seat in Alberta by-elections EDMONTON - Elections Alberta has confirmed the official results of three provincial by-elections held June 23, nam...
Jon Tupper Jul 03, 2025 NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi, image via albertandp.ca








