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08/11/2023

More charges are pending after Wood Buffalo RCMP seized drug paraphernalia and suspected co***ne during a traffic stop along Hardin Street on August 9th.

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More charges are pending after Wood Buffalo RCMP seized drug paraphernalia and suspected co***ne during a traffic stop along Hardin Street.

08/08/2023

Following a recent string of break and enters in downtown Fort McMurray, Wood Buffalo RCMP said officers arrested a man early Sunday morning.

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Following a recent string of break and enters in downtown Fort McMurray, Wood Buffalo RCMP said officers arrested a man early Sunday morning.

08/03/2023

The Fort McMurray Airport Authority has announced the launch of its first ever YMM Volunteer Program, which it says will help offer "the best passenger experience possible."

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In a release, the Fort McMurray Airport Authority said passengers can spot volunteers at YMM helping with wayfinding and at special events,

07/28/2023

Wood Buffalo RCMP believe an unknown man and woman fraudulently used a credit card at gas stations in Fort McMurray, spending about $10,000 worth of fuel.

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Wood Buffalo RCMP believe two suspects fraudulently used a credit card at gas stations in Fort McMurray, spending about $10,000 worth of fuel

07/24/2023

During a three-hour span on July 16-17, 2023, Wood Buffalo RCMP say six separate vehicle fires occurred in Fort McMurray and Janvier, including one that spread to a surrounding forest near the hamlet.

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Six suspected arsons on July 16-17, 2023, in Janvier and Fort McMurray are being investigated by Wood Buffalo RCMP. No injuries were reported

07/20/2023

A statement from The FMCSD Saints Football Club says a pivotal pass from Wood Buffalo's business community will help replace $30,000 worth of flood-damaged practice equipment.

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The Fort McMurray Saints say a pivotal pass from the Wood Buffalo business community will help replace damaged practice equipment

07/19/2023

Police in Ontario have issued an arrest warrant for a 27-year-old man from Fort McMurray accused of luring several teenage girls on social media.

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Police in Ontario have issued an arrest warrant for a 27-year-old man from Fort McMurray accused of luring several underaged girls online.

07/18/2023

Wood Buffalo RCMP say driving off-highway vehicles on area highways within Fort McMurray's urban service area is not allowed.

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RCMP say they're looking for three people who were spotted driving off-highway vehicles through city streets in Fort McMurray on July 8th,

07/12/2023

While it scrapped the proposed East Clearwater Highway at the July 11 meeting, RMWB Council has resurrected the Northside Twin Arena proposal.

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While it scrapped the proposed East Clearwater Highway at the July 11 meeting, RMWB Council resurrected the Northside Twin Arena proposal.

07/11/2023

Local MLA Brian Jean has received his mandate letter from the Premier, saying he's honoured to serve as the first Energy Minister from Fort McMurray.

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Premier Danielle Smith asked Energy Minister Brian Jean to develop a similar investment plan to Alberta's Petrochemicals Incentive Program.

07/07/2023

According to Wood Buffalo RCMP, a considerable number of drink spiking offences go unreported, and encourage members of the community to report any suspected drink spiking to the police.

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Wood Buffalo RCMP are investigating following increased reports on social media of spiked drinks at establishments in Fort McMurray.

07/06/2023

On July 5, a ceremony was held to kick off construction of the new Fort McKay Community Centre, which should be completed in spring of 2025.

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On July 5, a groundbreaking ceremony was held to kick off construction of the new Fort McKay Community Centre.

07/05/2023

RMWB Council has announced it was parting ways with Paul Thorkelsson as Chief Administrative Officer. Jody Butz has been appointed the interim CAO.

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In a statement, RMWB Council has announced it had parted ways with CAO Paul Thorkelsson after a special council meeting on July 4, 2023.

07/05/2023

An UNESCO report is calling for action on oilsands monitoring as it reviews whether Canada's largest national park should lose its World Heritage Site status.

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An UNESCO report issued in June is reviewing whether the vast Wood Buffalo National Park should lose its World Heritage Site status.

06/23/2023

As re-entry to the hamlet of Fort Chipewyan wraps up, the RMWB credits the Vulnerable Persons Registry with helping get people to safety.

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As re-entry to the hamlet of Fort Chipewyan wraps up, the RMWB credits the Vulnerable Persons Registry with helping get people to safety.

06/22/2023

In a release, the RMWB said the fire ban and OHV restriction have been lifted in the Fort McMurray Forest Area and the Urban Service Area. A fire restriction remains in place.

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The decision by Alberta Wildfire coincides with the lifting of an evacuation order for residents of Fort Chipewyan, who return home this week

06/21/2023

Pride YMM Board Chair Mitchel Bowers is calling on the Fort McMurray Catholic School District to better respond to the needs of 2SLGBTQIA+ kids in their schools.

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Members and allies of the 2SLGBTQ+ community are demanding a school board trustee apologize for posts on Facebook they deemed 'homophobic'

06/20/2023

The Fort McMurray International Airport has announced it's been designated a Rainbow Space by Pride YMM, one of 25 organizations and businesses committed to promoting and fostering a safe and inclusive space for the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

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The Fort McMurray International Airport will celebrate its new Rainbow Space designation, and a safe and inclusive space for 2SLGBTQ+ people.

06/19/2023

The joint announcement on June 19 of a staggered re-entry plan for Fort Chipewyan comes as Alberta Wildfire said the southern perimeter of the Rocky River Fire is "100 per cent" controlled, and listed it as being held on its online map.

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In a joint release, the RMWB said community members from Fort Chipewyan evacuated due to the Rocky River Fire will return home this week.

06/17/2023

Highway 881 is closed in both directions near the Petro Canada at Fort McMurray 468 First Nation. Emcon, is on site repairing a section of the road on part of the southbound bridge that has washed out. A detour is being put in place, but this will take time.

Please follow Alberta 511 for updates on the situation. More information will be shared when it is available.

[Update: 6:50p.m.] Highway 881 has reopened with a temporary bridge in place.
Highway 881 is closed in both directions near the Petro Canada at Fort McMurray 468 First Nation. Emcon, is on site repairing a section of the road on part of the southbound bridge that has washed out. A detour is being put in place, but this will take time.

Please follow Alberta 511 for updates on the situation. More information will be shared when it is available.

06/14/2023

In its June 13 community update, Alberta Wildfire has confirmed the southern flank of the Rocky River Fire is "100 per cent contained".

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In its June 13 community update, Alberta Wildfire has confirmed the southern flank of the Rocky River Fire is "100 per cent contained".

06/12/2023

In a statement, Chemtrade said the company is working closely with Occupational Health and Safety and Wood Buffalo RCMP to support all investigations into the incident that occurred on June 8, 2023.

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According to Chemtrade, a contractor has died after a fall on June 8, 2023, while working on the roof of a maintenance building at the site.

06/01/2023

Police have released surveillance photo and a description of a woman suspected in the theft of a purse from a restaurant in Fort McMurray on May 29, 2023.

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Wood Buffalo RCMP are hoping to identify a woman suspected of stealing a purse from a Fort McMurray restaurant on May 29, 2023.

05/31/2023

Winds pushed a fire that is dangerously close to a northern Alberta hamlet away from homes Wednesday, but officials are aware a new weather system could change that.

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Winds pushed a fire that is dangerously close to Fort Chipewyan away from homes, but officials say a new weather system could change that.

05/31/2023

BREAKING: An Evacuation Order is now in effect for the entire community of Fort Chipewyan due to the MWF-025 wildfire fire north of the hamlet.

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The RMWB has declared an evacuation alert and state of local emergency for the community of Fort Chipewyan due to a nearby wildfire.

05/30/2023

In a joint release with area First Nations and Métis communities, the RMWB has declared an evacuation alert and state of local emergency for Fort Chipewyan due to a nearby wildfire.

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The RMWB has declared an evacuation alert and state of local emergency for the community of Fort Chipewyan due to a nearby wildfire.

05/30/2023

Evacuation alert issued for Fort Chipewyan; State of Local Emergency declared. Anyone in Community should be ready to leave on short notice.

This is not an order to evacuate; anyone in the community should be ready to leave on short notice.

05/29/2023

A Fort McMurray man, wanted on a nationwide warrant, was arrested by RCMP in Lac La Biche on May 13, 2023. Officers from Wood Buffalo and St. Paul, including Police Dog Services, helped track down and arrest the suspect.

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A 33-year-old man from Fort McMurray, who is wanted on a Canada wide warrant, was arrested in Lac La Biche following a police chase on May 13

05/24/2023

Wood Buffalo RCMP said on May 23, 2023, officers observed a 17-year-old male driver travelling at 91 km/h in a 50-zone in Anzac.

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Instances of exceeding the speed limit or travelling at speeds not suited to driving conditions have Wood Buffalo RCMP sounding the alarm.

05/23/2023

In an update from the RMWB, Alberta Health Services and Indigenous Services Canada have lifted the Boil Water Advisory for Janvier, confirming the water is safe to drink. The advisory was first issued on May 19, 2023.

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In an update from the RMWB, the Boil Water Advisory issued for the community of Janvier on May 19, 2023, has been lifted.

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