Category Archives: News-CFVR
RCMP investigating vandalism to transit shelters across Fort McMurray
Wood Buffalo RCMP is investigating the vandalism to 23 transit shelters across the region. RMWB Transit reported to the police, the damage to the bus shelters occurred sometime between December 26-28....
Dec 29, 2022
RMWB open to numerous free winter activities
The RMWB has been busy getting its outdoor recreation spaces ready to go. The Abasand, Waterways, Stone Creek, and Syncrude Athletic Park rinks are now open. You can lace up your skates and enjoy the ...
Dec 28, 2022
AHS looking for feedback on state of healthcare in the region
Alberta Health Services wants to hear from you on the state of healthcare in our region. The Wood Buffalo Health Advisory Council is hosting a virtual and public town hall on January 18, from 5 PM to ...
Dec 28, 2022
Fatal accident partly closes Highway 2 near Airdrie
Fog and weather are believed to be a factor in a fatal accident on Highway 2. A 20-vehicle pile-up killed one and injured nine people on Tuesday night. RCMP from Airdrie remain at the site Wednesday m...
Dec 28, 2022
Electricity rebates extended to April through Affordability Action Plan
The Alberta Government is giving you a $75 rebate on your January and February utility bills, and a $25 rebate on your March and April Utility bills. We are expanding the electricity rebate to help mi...
Dec 27, 2022
Transit, WMZ, other services adjusted over the holidays
The RMWB is making a few changes to services during the holiday season. For Transit users, routes 11, 12, 15, 16, and 99 will be available and operating on the statutory holiday schedule on December 2...
Dec 23, 2022
“There are no local conditions contributing to delays,” says Fort McMurray International Airport.
A blistering blast of cold weather continues to batter most of Western Canada this morning. Heavy snowfall in Vancouver and extreme cold in Calgary and Edmonton continue to cause havoc with flights in...
Dec 23, 2022
Applications now open for Arts Council of Wood Buffalo Residence programs
The Arts Council of Wood Buffalo is seeking applicants for their Artist In Residence, along with their Suncor Indigenous Artist programs. The successful candidates will have an opportunity to spend ti...
Dec 22, 2022
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
