The Fort Mac is Back event was created to welcome the community back after the wildfire evacuation but the name of the event has led to some hurt feelings, criticism, and controversy. In a statement shortly after the event was initially announced Regional Recreation Corporation CEO Annette Antoniak explained “We have the opportunity to welcome…
Read moreGord Thibodeau has received a cancer diagnosis again, the fourth time that the former head coach of the McMurray Oil Barons has faced this type of diagnosis. Non-Hodgkins lymphoma seems determined to take Gord out, but the coach is just as determined to beat the condition this time around as he was the last 3…
Read moreAn additional number of spots for the free summer camp program at MacDonald Island for Wood Buffalo children have been opened up due to the high demand for the program. The program is possible because of a partnership between MacDonald Island Park and Scotiabank. The RRC struggled to keep pace with the demand as the…
Read moreAlberta will receive an advance payment of $300 million in disaster funds in early July, with the payment coming from the Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangements program according to a recent announcement about the payment. This payment is an interim funding payment which is based on a preliminary review of the wildfire damage in the province.…
Read moreThe procedures in place by the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo for restricted area access have been tightened up for Abasand, Beacon Hill, and Waterways neighborhoods. The new procedures are designed to enhance security in the restricted access areas by keeping anyone except owners and approved individuals out of the areas. Anyone who is not…
Read moreThe very first birth at the Northern Lights Regional Health Centre since the area was evacuated due to the wildfire brings a sense of hope and new beginnings. The boy was born to Melissa Taylor and Steven Mercer on June 17, 2016 at 5:02 am, and he weighed 6 pounds and 6 ounces. Big sister…
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