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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 potential path forward in a dispute that has disrupted schools for months and forced some children to stay home. This marks the first time the […]

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, which have been linked to Salmonella infections. Health Canada issued a public health notice on Sunday, confirming the outbreak across Alberta, British Columbia, Quebec, and […]

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 their search for a second suspect. The investigation began on January 13, when Wood Buffalo RCMP responded to a report of stolen copper […]

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 satisfaction, according to a new Statistics Canada report. This is the first time since 2021 that the share of highly satisfied Canadians has fallen below […]

If you’ve also been trying to up your protein and you’re a sucker for dips – here is the perfect recipe for you! Shout out to Ryder’s ex for hooking me up with this recipe and included the Nutrition Facts! Pro tip: if you want even MORE protein in this dish you can also add […]

Netflix Raises Subscription Prices for Canadian Viewers Netflix is raising its subscription prices for Canadian viewers, marking its first increase since January 2022. The ad-supported basic plan will increase by $2 per month to $7.99, while the standard plan without ads will rise by $2.50 per month to $18.99. The premium plan, offering additional features, […]

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 interested in lending a hand during the festival in exchange for funding. Scheduled to take place from February 21 to 25 in Fort McMurray, WinterPlay will feature […]

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 wildland firefighters, including one Fort McMurray resident, has been deployed to assist in the firestorm and split into two units—Alberta One and Alberta Two. Alberta One is […]

Alright, friends, time to lace up those sneakers and step into the future of fitness apps with “Steppin’.” This one isn’t just your run-of-the-mill “move-more” tracker. No, Steppin’ gets serious. It locks you out of TikTok, Instagram, and all your social media faves unless you hit your step goals for the day. That’s right, your […]

Came across what many are calling Anna Paul’s Turkish Pasta online, and it seems to be a hit. Last night I made it, and it was fantastic! Here’s your grocery list: Bow-Tie Pasta, Ground beef, Seasonings (paprika, turmeric, hot curry, salt and pepper, chili flakes), Tomato paste (some recipes didn’t call for tomato paste, but I’m glad […]