Do you know an outstanding individual or group that goes above and beyond to make a positive impact in Wood Buffalo? The Citizen Recognition Program is now accepting nominations until October 1.  “Our region is full of inspirational people who deserve to be acknowledged for their important contributions to the…

The Empty Bowls Festival, presented by John Wilson’s Hedco Group, is happening this Sunday, September 9, in support of the Wood Buffalo Food Bank. This family-friendly event is happening at Jubilee Plaza from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Festival goers can purchase locally hand-crafted and painted bowls from the Fort…

Mayor Scott issued the following statement regarding today’s Federal Court of Appeal decision to quash the federal government’s approvals to build the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project: “I am very disappointed that the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project is not proceeding as anticipated. This critical piece of national infrastructure is…

The Municipality is announcing temporary additional school special transit service to accommodate students getting used to their new school routine. With the school year starting on Sept. 4, students from across the region will be heading to their first day of classes. To facilitate this process, all 14 School Special…

The region is invited to kick-start the fall season with Community Registration Day presented by Syncrude on Saturday, September 8. New to this annual event is the addition of free children’s activities. Community Registration Day presented by Syncrude is a trade show format showcase of community-based organizations. Social profit organizations…

Calgary-based Coffin Hop Press has just released the short story collection Kill As You Go from two-time Arthur Ellis Award nominee Therese Greenwood.

Mark your calendars! The Fort McMurray Urban Market is hosting an End of Summer Party on Wednesday, August 29. Where: Jubilee Plaza (9909 Franklin Avenue) When: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. “The Fort McMurray Urban Market is the perfect way to say goodbye to summer,” said Arndis Arnold, Market Manager.…

The Kirschner Family Community Art Gallery at MacDonald Island Park opens a new season with an exhibition by Russian artist Katerina Petukhova. The exhibit titled Nostalgia is inspired by our life, love and stories we believe in. This exhibition consists of several series of artworks performed in various techniques: oil painting, watercolor,…