Category Archives: News-CFVR
Four individuals honoured at RMWB Excellence Awards
Municipal Council recognized four outstanding individuals in our region at the annual Excellence Awards celebration. Barbara Fitzpatrick was named Citizen of the Year for her contributions to sports, ...
Dec 22, 2022
RCMP arrest two in NorthStar Ford vehicle theft, investigation ongoing
Two individuals have been arrested in connection to the vehicle theft that took place at NorthStar Ford on November 17, 2022. Paul Berube (41), from Wheatland County, was arrested near Gleichen, AB, a...
Dec 22, 2022
Torchbearers named for 2023 Arctic Winter Games
The Arctic Winter Games Host Society is celebrating the community involvement and social impact of over 40 individuals by honouring them as Torchbearers for the 2023 Arctic Winter Games in our region....
Dec 21, 2022
Unplanned aircraft closes down FMAA for hours
The Fort McMurray Airport Authority had an unplanned landing shortly before 5 PM on Wednesday. YMM received an unplanned, safe aircraft landing due to mechanical issues. We appreciate everyone's p...
Dec 21, 2022
Extreme cold warning issued for Fort McMurray area
Environment Canada is issuing extreme cold warnings for all of Alberta and much of BC and Saskatchewan today as a mass of arctic air settles over the north. Record temperatures are being set in severa...
Dec 21, 2022
La Loche Winter Trail open to light vehicles
The winter trail to La Loche is now open for light vehicles (less than 5,000kg). The Municipality is reminding you to follow all the traffic rules and the additional risks that are present when using ...
Dec 20, 2022
Inaugural ‘Tree of Hope’ ceremony raising money for Centre of Hope
The inaugural ‘Tree of Hope’ lighting ceremony is taking place tomorrow for the Centre of Hope. To help support those experiencing homelessness in the community, you can buy a $5 lightbulb...
Dec 20, 2022
Nominations open for national teaching award
Canada is looking for our best and brightest teachers. Nominations for the Prime Minister's Excellence in Teaching awards are open from now until January 17. There are two categories of awards: Teachi...
Dec 18, 2022
UPDATE: Wood Buffalo RCMP locate missing 37-year-old
UPDATE: Wood Buffalo RCMP stated in a press release they have safely located Brandi Kay Paul. Wood Buffalo RCMP is asking for your help locating a 37-year-old female. Brandi Kay Paul was last s...
Dec 16, 2022
Fort Chipewyan Winter Road open to light vehicles
The winter road to Fort Chipewyan is now open for light vehicles (less than 5,000kg). The Municipality is reminding you to follow all the traffic rules and the additional risks that are present when u...
Dec 16, 2022
