Tag Archives: Wood Buffalo
School Divisions and CUPE Unions Resume Contract Talks
Negotiations Resume in School Support Staff Strike Fort McMurray, AB - Talks are resuming between striking school support staff and the Fort McMurray Catholic and Public school divisions, offering a p...
Jan 23, 2025
Quick Thinking and High-Tech Tools Lead to Anzac Ice Rescue
Three Words Save Woman in Ice Rescue Near Anzac Fort McMurray, AB - An Anzac woman is safe thanks to a geolocation system and the quick response of Regional Emergency Services (RES) and local voluntee...
Jan 23, 2025
Health Canada Warns of Salmonella in Pastries After Over 60 Fall Ill
Over 60 Canadians Sickened in Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Tainted Pastries A nationwide outbreak of food poisoning has left over 60 Canadians ill after consuming Sweet Cream brand mini pastries, whi...
Jan 22, 2025
Fort McMurray Man Charged in $50K Copper Theft; Second Suspect at Large
Copper Theft Investigation Leads to Arrest, Second Suspect Sought A Fort McMurray man is facing charges in connection with the theft of copper tubing valued at more than $50,000, while police continue...
Jan 22, 2025
Financial Strain Erodes Canadian Life Satisfaction: StatsCan
Financial Stress, Inequality Eroding Life Satisfaction in Canada: StatsCan Inflation and rising costs are taking a toll on Canadians' sense of well-being, with fewer than half now reporting high life ...
Jan 22, 2025
WinterPlay 2025: Volunteer and Fundraise for Your Non-Profit
RMWB Seeks Non-Profits to Help at WinterPlay Festival With WinterPlay just around the corner, the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is seeking local charities and non-profit groups interest...
Jan 21, 2025
From Fort McMurray to Los Angeles: Alberta Firefighters Battle Blazing Inferno
Alberta Firefighters Assist in Battling California Wildfires Alberta's firefighters are playing a crucial role in combating two major wildfires in California. A team of 40 highly trained Type-1 wildla...
Jan 21, 2025
Alberta's 2024 Baby Names Reflect Tradition, Nature, Heritage, and Big Dreams
Olivia and Noah Reign Again as Alberta's Top Baby Names in 2024As 2025 rolls in, Alberta's baby name trends from 2024 remain strikingly familiar, with the top name for boys and girls staying the same ...
Jan 20, 2025
RCMP Campaign Targets Vehicle Theft Amid Winter Idling Risks
Alberta RCMP Relaunch Operation Cold Start to Curb Vehicle Theft As temperatures dip and Albertans warm their cars, police are launching Operation Cold Start to prevent vehicle thefts. From Jan. 20 to...
Jan 20, 2025
Premier Smith: Tariff-Free for Now, but Canada Must Act to Avoid Future U.S. Penalties
Smith Urges Diplomacy, Border Security, and Energy Policy Overhaul to Avoid U.S. Tariffs Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is urging Canadian leaders to strengthen relations with the newly inaugurated Tr...
Jan 20, 2025
