Category Archives: News
One person dead following collision on Highway 63
A 47-year-old woman from Fort McMurray is dead following a serious motor vehicle accident over the weekend. Late Saturday morning RCMP along with EMS responded to a two-vehicle accident on Highway 63 ...
Apr 28, 2024
Saprae Creek wildfire under control
The wildfire burning near Saprae Creek is now considered under control. The blaze began on April 21st prompting an evacuation alert to be issued for Saprae Creek Estates. Shortly after 6 p.m. on Thurs...
Apr 25, 2024
RCMP seeking missing woman
RCMP in Wood Buffalo is asking for your help locating a missing person. Amara Gonzales, a 35-year-old woman was last seen on April 4th in the downtown area. The police are concerned for her wellbeing....
Apr 25, 2024
New rules for outdoor fires in the RMWB
The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is revising its Outdoor Fire Bylaw. The Municipal Council approved revisions to the rules governing outdoor fires at their meeting on April 22nd. The n...
Apr 24, 2024
Police searching for suspects in Thickwood vandalism
Police are investigating vandalism to several vehicles in Thickwood. Overnight on April 19th and 20th, several vehicles along Ross Haven Drive and Raven Place were damaged by vandals. At 1 a.m. on Sat...
Apr 24, 2024
Controlled burns planned for Parsons Creek after small wildfire extinguished
A small wildfire on Tuesday night near Elsie Yanick and Dave McNeilly schools in Parsons Creek has prompted controlled burns in the area to reduce the risk of more fires in the area. Crews were workin...
Apr 24, 2024
Wood Buffalo RCMP searching for suspect in liquor store theft
Wood Buffalo RCMP are asking for your help in identifying a suspect in the recent theft of a case of vodka from a liquor store. Photo Courtesy: Wood Buffalo RCMP During the noon hour on April 15...
Apr 24, 2024
RMWB finalizes 2024 Property Tax Rates
Most property owners in RMWB will be seeing a property tax increase this year. RMWB Council approved the 2024 Property Tax Rate Bylaw, which will lead to an increase for most, but some property ...
Apr 24, 2024
63 active wildfires in Alberta's forested area, but none are out of control
According to an update from the provincial government Wednesday morning, there are 63 active wildfires in Alberta's forested areas, but none of them are considered out of control. Wildland Firefighter...
Apr 24, 2024
Nighttime firefighting aircraft aid Saprae wildfire suppression
Alberta's night-time firefighting capabilities are already being put to use. Yesterday evening the province said they have made progress on the fire burning near Saprae Creek Estates, and it is now cl...
Apr 23, 2024
