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Fort Mac is Back Event Causes Controversy

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…

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Gord Thibodeau Receives 4th Cancer Diagnosis

Gord 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…

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Alberta Will Receive $300 Million in Federal Disaster Funds

Alberta 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.…

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