Category Archives: Breaking News
Fort McMurray Elder's memoir earns more honours with Alberta Literary Award nod
FORT McMURRAY - A memoir by Fort McMurray Elder Robert Cree is continuing to gain momentum on the literary stage, earning another major nomination as the book draws national and international recognit...
Apr 14, 2026 The Many Names of Robert Cree, publisher supplied photo
Primary Care Alberta bringing prenatal support event to Fort McMurray
FORT McMURRAY - Expectant and new parents in Fort McMurray are being invited to attend a free health fair focused on pregnancy, birth and early childhood resources. The event, hosted by Primary Care A...
Apr 14, 2026 NewAfrica / Depositphotos.com
Oil surge sends U.S. gasoline and diesel prices skyrocketing
WASHINGTON - Gasoline prices across the United States are climbing sharply as global oil markets react to renewed geopolitical tensions following the collapse of ceasefire talks in the Middle East. Th...
Apr 14, 2026
Survey finds most Albertans still dealing with severe or noticeable potholes
EDMONTON - Potholes remain a widespread concern for Alberta drivers as winter gives way to spring, with new survey data suggesting only modest improvement compared with last year. According to a surve...
Apr 14, 2026
RCMP report 23 impaired driving investigations in Fort McMurray in March
FORT McMURRAY - Wood Buffalo RCMP say officers conducted 23 impaired driving investigations in March, with several drivers facing suspensions and criminal charges. Police say the investigations were i...
Apr 14, 2026 HayDmitriy / Depositphotos.com
Wood Buffalo RCMP warn of dangers after major speeding violation
FORT McMURRAY - Wood Buffalo RCMP say a 24-year-old man is facing charges after being stopped for excessive speeding on a snow- and ice-covered road earlier this month. Police say officers with munici...
Apr 13, 2026 An RCMP officer checking for speeders on Highway 63 south of Fort McMurray. Photo provided by the RCMP
Joint investigation uncovers illegal employment in Alberta tourism sector
CALGARY - An Ontario man has been fined $70,000 and sentenced to probation following a joint immigration investigation into illegal employment at hotels in Alberta's mountain parks. The Canada Border ...
Apr 13, 2026 ronniechua / Depositphotos.com
Trump orders naval blockade after failed Iran talks, raising oil price fears
ISLAMABAD - Ceasefire talks between the United States and Iran have ended without an agreement, raising fears of renewed escalation and disruption to global energy markets. Officials from both sides c...
Apr 13, 2026 dechevm / Depositphotos.com
First Nations challenge halts Alberta referendum petition process
EDMONTON - A judge has temporarily blocked Alberta's chief electoral officer from certifying a citizen-led petition aimed at triggering a provincial independence referendum, pausing the process while ...
Apr 13, 2026
Wood Buffalo RCMP arrest suspect in $10,000 trailer theft investigation
FORT McMURRAY - Wood Buffalo RCMP say a 38-year-old man has been charged following the theft of a trailer and its contents valued at more than $10,000. Police say officers responded March 4 to a repor...
Apr 13, 2026 RCMP Detachment. Image via RMWB.CA
