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play103 & Fort McMurray Toyota Present YMM Lights Express!
play103 & Fort McMurray Toyota Present YMM Lights Express, on Sunday December 14th! The only way ON is to WIN! Win family passes to ride the festive bus, courtesy of Diversified Transportation & Melanie Galea Remax!Enjoy hot chocolate, treats from McDonalds Fort McMurray, and a tour of the best holiday lights, ...
Nov 25, 2025
ChatGPT Chose Her Lotto Numbers . You Won't Believe What Happened Next
Move over lucky rabbit's foot! There's a new good-luck charm in town, and it apparently runs on Wi-Fi. A woman has gone viral after revealing that she asked ChatGPT to pick her lottery numbers... and then won. Yes, really. Somewhere out there, a convenience store clerk is still trying to figure out how to congratulate ...
Dec 09, 2025
Play it Forward with Fort McMurray Toyota
This month we're playing it forward with Fort McMurray Toyota to help local families in need! We'll be heading out with the team from Toyota shopping for families in need and making some Christmas Magic happen right here in Wood Buffalo!
Dec 01, 2025
Is TikTok Actually Messing With Your Brain?
We all love a good 15-second scroll, but a new study warns that excessive TikTok and Reels binges might be just as bad for your brain as alcohol or nicotine. Heavy scrolling can lead to: Trouble focusing Weaker decision-making Lower self-control Basically, your brain starts craving constant dopamine hits, and suddenly ...
Nov 27, 2025
From Fort McMurray to the Big Leagues: Sydney Barry Drafted by Los Angeles in Women's Pro Baseball League
Huge congratulations to Fort McMurray's own Sydney Barry! She's been drafted 74th overall by Los Angeles in the inaugural Women's Pro Baseball League draft. Such a historic moment!! Sydney is now part of the very first class of athletes to join this brand-new pro league. Proud moment for our community and for women in ...
Nov 21, 2025
Tom Cruise Finally Gets an Oscar... Kind Of
After four decades of sprinting, jumping off cliffs, hanging off airplanes, and politely declining the aging process, Tom Cruise has finally earned his first Oscar. An honorary one. Yes, Hollywood has essentially said, "Look, you've cheated death enough times. Here's a statue. Please stop dangling from stuff."...
Nov 19, 2025
So... Apparently the First Crime in Space Wasn't a Crime at All
For years, one of the coolest (and strangest) trivia facts floating around was that an astronaut may have committed the first crime in space. It had everything: NASA drama, the International Space Station, a bank account, and a divorce spicy enough to survive re-entry. But plot twist: it never happened. Summer Worden -...
Nov 19, 2025
The DUMBEST people you know are praising ChatGPT
The DUMBEST people you know use ChatGPT. You know it, I know it. And the easiest way to spot them? GONE. POOF. VANISHED. OpenAI still hasn't built built a superintelligence. I mean you'd know that simply by asking ChatGPT ANYTHING. But they did manage to make ChatGPT stop spamming "em dashes" (-), so... congr...
Nov 17, 2025
Get Ready: Taylor Swift's New Docuseries & Concert Film Coming To Disney+
Taylor Swift is giving fans an inside look at the biggest tour of her career with a brand-new six-part docuseries, The End of an Era, premiering December 12, 2025 on Disney+. The series goes behind the scenes of The Eras Tour - from rehearsals and creative planning to emotional highs, challenges, and the massive produc...
Nov 14, 2025
When Starbucks Releases a Bear Cup and Humanity Loses Its Mind
Apparently, all it takes for society to crumble is a glass cup with ears. This week, grown adults lined up at Starbucks before sunrise-IN THE COLD-just to buy a bear-shaped cup. Not coffee. Not food. A cup. A cup that looks like something you'd win at a carnival for 50 tickets. People camped out like they were waiting ...
Nov 10, 2025
When can I talk about the World Series?
I'm a Dodgers fan who lives in Canada. BEFORE YOU SAY ANYTHING, I didn't become one last year or this year. It started all the way back in 2013 (I was 9) with a man named Yasiel Puig. Also my grandpa was a Dodgers fan and he died. So yeah go ahead, make a joke, call me a bandwagon, just remember you'll be making fun of...
Nov 05, 2025
The "No Filler" Challenge: No 'Uhm,' No 'Like,' No Problem... Can You Survive 60 Seconds?
There's a new trend making the rounds online - people are challenging themselves to speak for a full minute without using any filler words. No "uhm," no "like," no "sooo," no "you know." Just pure, uninterrupted thought. Sounds easy, right? Until you actually try it. Suddenly you...
Nov 04, 2025
The World Series That Had Us All Holding Our Breath
I've been a Blue Jays fan for as long as I can remember. Some of my best memories are wrapped up in baseball - taking my dad to games for Father's Day, hopping in the car with friends for a last-minute road trip to catch a random matchup, or surprising someone with tickets for their birthday. Baseball has always been o...
Nov 03, 2025
67
Dictionary.com's 2025 Word of the Year Is... 67 Right off the jump I know what you're thinking, it's not a word, and you're right! It's 2 words SIX SEVEN!!! I'm going to attempt to break down exactly why 67 is the word of the year in the most mature and least brain rotted way I possibly can! Soooo ENJOY! The dictionary...
Oct 30, 2025
Albania's AI Minister Is "Pregnant"... With 83 Digital Kids?!
You can't make this stuff up - Albania's Prime Minister just announced that their AI Minister, Diella, is "pregnant with 83 children." Before you panic, no - the robots aren't taking over the daycare. The "kids" are actually 83 digital assistants being created to help members of parliament with thei...
Oct 28, 2025
18 Innings, 1 Heartbreak: Blue Jays Fans Officially Running on Coffee and Chaos
Man. What a loooooooong game. Last night's World Series Game 3 was less of a baseball game and more of an endurance test for the human spirit. The Toronto Blue Jays battled for 18 innings - that's basically two full games - before finally losing 6-5. By the time it ended, fans were googling "can you get jet lag fr...
Oct 28, 2025
Toronto's Big Three Teams Sync Up to Support the Blue Jays' World Series Run
Toronto sports fans, get ready for some scheduling shuffle! With the Blue Jays back in the spotlight and heading to the Los Angeles Dodgers for the World Series, the Maple Leafs and Raptors have stepped up to avoid competing for your attention. Here's what's happening: The Maple Leafs are adjusting three of their upcom...
Oct 22, 2025
New Zealand Company Launches Non-Alcoholic Wine For Pets
Move over dog beer - we've reached peak pet pampering. A New Zealand company called Muttley's Estate is now offering non-alcoholic "wine" for pets. Yes, your furry friend can now get fancy too. Picture this: A cat curling up after a long night of "Why is the dog getting all the treats?" drama, sippi...
Oct 21, 2025
The Blue Jays Are Back, Baby! World Series Bound!
It's happening. It's actually happening. The Toronto Blue Jays are in the World Series - and every Canadian just became a baseball expert overnight. Suddenly we all remember where we were in '92 and '93, even if some of us weren't technically born yet. The jerseys are coming out of storage, the nachos are in the oven, ...
Oct 21, 2025
T-Pain Teams Up With Crocs To Release 'Boots With The Fur'
Get ready to step into the club in true T-Pain fashion - the king of Auto-Tune is teaming up with Crocs to drop a brand-new line of boots with the fur. Yes... you read that right. Inspired by his iconic 2007 hit "Low" with Flo Rida, this collaboration is giving us major throwback vibes with a modern twist. Pi...
Oct 16, 2025
I Got Brushed by Temu-And Now I Own Mystery Pillows
You know it's going to be an interesting day when you open your door in the morning and find... two random pillows from Temu. No note, no receipt, no clue. At first, I thought, "Wow, Temu finally knows how tired I am." But nope - turns out I've been brushed. It's called a "brushing scam." Basically,...
Oct 10, 2025
The Amazing Race Canada Is Casting Teams For Season 12
The Amazing Race Canada is officially looking for its next team of thrill-seekers. Whether you're best friends, siblings, partners, or rivals - this is your chance to race across the country, tackle epic challenges, and make unforgettable memories! I mean, it would be pretty awesome to see a team from Fort Mac on the s...
Oct 08, 2025
Blue Jays ALDS Preview: Can Toronto Finally Break Through in October?
Alright Jays fans, I know we're not the best of friends (I'm a Dodgers fan in Canada can you blame me?), but as a Canadian and a baseball NERD, I feel it's only fair to share my take on the Blue Jays future heading into the ALDS against the Yankees. The Blue Jays' Identity The Blue Jays are really good at playing bold ...
Oct 03, 2025
Dr. Jane Goodall Passes Away at 91
Remembering Jane Goodall The world is mourning the loss of Dr. Jane Goodall, who passed away on October 1st at the age of 91. Goodall was more than a primatologist - she was a pioneer who redefined our understanding of chimpanzees and forever changed how we see the natural world. Her groundbreaking research in Tanzania...
Oct 02, 2025
Taylor Swift: Release Party Of A Show Girl
Taylor Swift: Release Party of a Showgirl Hits Theatres Oct 3-5 Swifties, get ready - Taylor Swift's Release Party of a Showgirl is coming to Landmark Cinemas for one weekend only, October 3-5, 2025. The 89-minute event includes: The world premiere of "The Fate of Ophelia" music video Exclusive behind-the-sce...
Sep 24, 2025
2025 Toy Hall Of Fame Finalists
Every year, the Museum of Play inducts toys (and games) that have left a lasting mark on childhoods across generations into the National Toy Hall of Fame . The 2025 finalists are an exciting group-ranging from timeless board games to tactile inventions to things we fling across backyards. These are the 2025 finalists ...
Sep 22, 2025
If you need some motivation today, call this number
Children at the West Side Elementary School in Healdsburg, California made an art project called Peptoc where you can call the viral hotline at 707-873-7862 and they will give you motivational words, pep talks, and even tell you how good you look today! It's the sweetest thing you'll hear all day, so if you need some d...
Sep 19, 2025
CALL ME, MAYBE - ON WIFI:
A new retro-inspired gadget is giving parents an alternative to smartphones for kids: the Tin Can. Launched this year by a Seattle startup, the $75 WiFi-powered "landline" looks like an old-school phone but is built with parental controls. Calls are limited to approved contacts and set hours, with a free plan...
Sep 16, 2025
Man ALLEGEDLY Urinates in Movie Theatre During 'Demon Slayer,' Beaten Up and Arrested
There's a lot of places to pee. A movie theatre is NOT one of them. An Arizona man was jumped by fellow audience members after he ALLEGEDLY (saving my ass from a lawsuit) urinated during mid-movie, splashing others. OKAY PEEING IS ONE THING BUT SPLASHING OTHERS?!?! NAHHHHHHH! Thankfully he was quickly arrested and is n...
Sep 16, 2025
NEW OLD-SCHOOL BURN
We've all been there - someone drops an insult, and suddenly your brain just... stalls. Hours later, you're in the shower like, "Ugh, I should've said THIS!" Well, good news: a neuroscientist has apparently cracked the code for the ultimate comeback. Dr. Dean Burnett told BBC Science Focus that he's found a 3...
Sep 15, 2025
There's $1.3 Million Worth of Gold Coins Hidden in Canada-And They're Just Waiting to Be Found!
Okay treasure hunters, this isn't a drill. Canada has a full-blown, honest-to-goodness treasure hunt on its hands called The Great Canadian Treasure Hunt- and the prize? $1.3 MILLION worth of gold coins. That's right. No game show, no gimmicks. Just a weatherproof case hiding somewhere in the Great Canadian Outdoors, p...
Sep 04, 2025
AI's Top 10 Catchiest Songs of the Last 50 Years... But Where's Carly Rae?!
Okay, I officially have beef with the robots. Apparently, AI crunched the data, analyzed the rhythms, and scanned the lyrics to come up with the 10 catchiest songs of the last 50 years. And while the list has bops for days, I couldn't help but notice... NO 'Call Me Maybe' by Carly Rae Jepsen?!Seriously, did AI even liv...
Sep 04, 2025
Justin Bieber Drops a Bomb: SWAG II Surprise Drop!
Justin Bieber is on a roll right now - and he's not slowing down. Just two months after dropping his chart-topping album Swag, the Biebs is back with a surprise sequel: SWAG II, hitting streaming services at MIDNIGHT! Fans first caught wind of it thanks to some cryptic teasers - think random billboards popping up in Lo...
Sep 04, 2025
THINGS I (Jake Ryan) REALLY LEARNED IN SCHOOL
We all picked up a few "life lessons" in school that didn't exactly come from the textbooks. Looking back, here's what I, Jake Ryan, actually walked away with: How to forge my parents' signature. (Sorry Mom.) Nothing beat walking into class and seeing the A.V. cart. That was Netflix before Netflix. Coaches di...
Sep 04, 2025
Scooter & Sydney?!
I did not see this one coming! New couple alert, friends - Scooter Braun and Sydney Sweeney. Yeah, THAT Scooter Braun and the Euphoria star. Apparently, they've been on a few dates, keeping it "casual." Which is basically Hollywood code for: "let's see how long this lasts before TMZ catches them at Starb...
Sep 04, 2025
The Blockbuster Micah Parsons Trade
Micah Parsons to the Packers: The NFL Blockbuster Trade DAMN! Micah Parsons, the heart and soul of the Cowboys' defense, is officially a Green Bay Packer. After months of contract drama, Dallas shipped their best player north in a blockbuster deal that sent Kenny Clark and two first-round picks (2026 & 2027) to Jer...
Aug 29, 2025
Can We Break A Guinness World Record in Fort McMurray?
Friends!! With Guinness World Records turning 70 yesterday (August 27th), they released a list of 70 UNCLAIMED RECORDS and I think we have a HUGE chance of beating one of these. It's the most high fives in 30 seconds. From what I could find online, the current record is 140 high fives in 30 seconds. As for most high-fi...
Aug 28, 2025
Gen Z Cancels Leggings
Sorry millennials-your beloved leggings are "out." Gen Z is swapping skin-tight yoga pants for baggy sweats and boxy tees, calling leggings uncomfortable and cringy. Sales are down, searches for oversized fits are up, and icons like Billie Eilish are leading the cozy revolution. To be fair, I don't think the ...
Aug 22, 2025
Labubu Gets a BBL - And My Daughter Is Losing it!
Alright, did you know Labubu fans are getting creative... like, really creative? One Redditor gave their plush a full-on 'Brazilian butt lift' - yep, a Labubu BBL. The post even comes with a step-by-step guide, color-coded diagrams, the whole shebang. They're calling it the 'LABBL' and apparently it's beginner-friendly...
Aug 19, 2025
Ok, sky-watchers - you're getting a show this week!
A rare six-planet parade is happening up there: Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune are all lining up. Best time to catch it? Just before sunrise - and good luck spotting Mercury, that little guy usually hides out too close to the Sun. NASA says this is the last big planetary parade of 2025, and later ...
Aug 19, 2025
Foods People Pretend To Like
Some foods get a lot of hype, but most of us are just faking it. Kale is "healthy," but bitter. Sushi looks fancy, but raw fish can be tricky. Brussels sprouts only taste good roasted. Pumpkin shows up everywhere, yet some only tolerate it for the season. Matcha is bitter and grassy, but Instagram loves it. A...
Aug 19, 2025
Eminem's New Documentary 'Stans' Streaming Release Date Announced
If your drink's gone cold wondering why, here's the scoop: Eminem's brand-new documentary STANS slides onto Paramount+ on August 26, 2025.That's when you can stream the behind-the-scenes magic of Slim Shady and his craziest fans in full fan-powered glory. This isn't your typical star-centered doc-it's a heartfelt dive ...
Aug 14, 2025
Taylor Swift Steps Into Her 'Orange Era' with New 'The Life of a Showgirl' Album
Swifties, mark your calendars-Taylor Swift's 12th studio album 'The Life of a Showgirl' drops October 3rd! Taylor announced it in true dramatic fashion-popping open a mint-green briefcase on Travis Kelce's podcast New Heights to reveal the title, cover art, and her new "orange era" vibes. The Empire State Bui...
Aug 14, 2025
Eye Drops That Give Your Reading Glasses the Day Off
There's a new way to ditch those reading glasses - at least for most of the day. The FDA just gave the green light to Vizz, a once-a-day prescription eye drop that treats age-related blurry near vision, or presbyopia, for up to 10 hours. That's the fancy term for when you hit your 40s and suddenly need to stretch your ...
Aug 13, 2025
ACTUAL CARPOOL KARAOKE
Montreal's Stingray Group thinks they've cracked the code for the next big in-car craze: karaoke. CEO Eric Boyko says "every car" is going to have it soon - because nothing says "family bonding" like belting out Bohemian Rhapsody while stuck in traffic. They're already hooking up karaoke to Teslas, ...
Aug 13, 2025
RMWB Transit Getting BIG Changes Starting Aug. 22
Starting August 22, 2025, the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is launching a revamped transit system-designed to be more responsive, frequent, and user-friendly. Here's what's changing: 1. All Existing Routes Are Being Retired Current bus routes will be discontinued and replaced with a fresh network: two h...
Aug 13, 2025
It's Not You, It's GPT: The Rise of AI-Written Breakup Texts
Let's be honest-breaking up is hard to do. But apparently, it's a little easier when you've got a robot on your side. Yep, we've officially entered the age of AI-generated breakup letters. And not just letters-texts, emails, maybe even a Post-it note if someone's really channeling their inner 2000s. Whether you're ghos...
Aug 11, 2025
Rod Stewart's Ozzy Tribute Has the Internet Screaming - and Not in a Good Way
Well... Rod Stewart just paid tribute to Ozzy Osbourne - and let's just say, it went off the rails and into the uncanny valley. As part of a live show, Rod debuted an AI-generated video of Ozzy... in heaven... taking selfies with dead rock (and even rap) legends like Freddie Mercury, John Lennon and even Tupac. Yes, re...
Aug 06, 2025
The Tummy Time Trend You Didn't Know You Needed
Alright, listen to this-tummy time is back, but not just for babies! Sooooo, apparently grown-ups are hitting the floor now too. And not because we dropped a chip under the couch. Experts are saying that just a few minutes of lying on your stomach every day can help fix the tech neck, loosen up your hips, and give your...
Aug 05, 2025
CommunityVotes 2025 - Vote for Marina and John!
Fort McMurray, it's that time again! The CommunityVotes are on, and our very own John and Marina are in the running for Best Local DJs! Why vote for them? Because they make your mornings better than coffee, your commutes slightly less ragey, and and they've got more chemistry than your high school science lab. So do yo...
Aug 01, 2025
Justin Timberlake Diagnosed with Lyme Disease
Justin Timberlake has revealed he's been diagnosed with Lyme disease. The pop star says he started feeling unwell during his recent tour and thought it was just exhaustion, but doctors later confirmed it was Lyme. He's now getting treatment and says he's focused on getting better. Timberlake told fans, "I'm not go...
Aug 01, 2025
Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau Walk Into a Bar...
Jake: So get this-Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau were spotted having dinner together in Montreal. Yup. "Bon appétit" indeed-because apparently, they were chowing down at a super swanky spot called Le Violon. Now, I'm not saying it was a date... but they were sipping cocktails, sharing lobster, and leani...
Jul 29, 2025
Wack Facts of the 2000s
Remember Y2K? We all thought computers would explode at midnight in the year 2000. Instead, the only meltdown I had was realizing I still had dial-up internet. MySpace was the king of social media ...until Facebook showed up and made Tom go from your first friend to your forgotten friend. Poor Tom, just sitting there, ...
Jul 29, 2025
Ford Adds FOUR More Recalls - Brakes, Doors, Seats & More - What You Need to Know
Ford's quality issues continue, with 76 recalls this year-more than Mercedes, GM, Honda, Toyota, VW, and Stellantis combined. Added to the list is 4 new recalls: #1. Super Duty Brake Recall: Don't Drive Until Checked Some 2025 F-Series Super Duty trucks could lose braking ability. Ford is recalling 2,345 Super Duty tru...
Jun 20, 2025
Costco Executive Members Are Getting New Perks
Starting on June 30th, Executive Costco Members will gain early access to their warehouses before everyone else - including Gold Members. Costco shoppers who may be struggling with the high cost of groceries are getting a bit of relief in the form of a monthly credit as well. Costco and Instacart are giving "execu...
Jun 16, 2025
Ford Issues Massive Recall Over Rear Camera Glitch
Ford is facing another major recall-this time affecting over one million vehicles due to a faulty rear camera system. The issue? The camera might freeze, lag, or not turn on at all when you're backing up. This problem affects vehicles with the SYNC 4 system made between 2021 and 2025. Since this fails to meet safety st...
Jun 13, 2025
Bullseye! Fort McMurray Youth Dart League Heads to Hungary
4 of Fort McMurray's Youth Dart League players have been invited by the National Dart Federation (after winning placement), to the Worlds Dart Festival in Budapest Hungary in October! BIG CONGRATULATIONS to Mason Clifford, Halle Camp, Cassidy Rice and Maya Horton! Fort McMurray will be cheering for you!!
May 26, 2025
Spring in Fort McMurray: Gearing Up for a Solid Summer
Spring in Fort McMurray: Gearing Up for a Solid Summer Spring's finally here in Fort McMurray, and let me tell you-it feels good to be back outside. After a long winter, there's nothing better than puttering around the yard or moving things around in the garage, even if I'm just shifting stuff from one side to the othe...
May 03, 2025
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RECALL: Certain Frozen Campbells Soup
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has pulled Campbell's Verve brand and Campbell's brand frozen soup from the shelves after finding pieces of wood. Here is the list of affected products: The CFIA says the soups were sold nationally to hotels, restaurants and retail stores. The Agency also says "Do not use, sell,...
Apr 29, 2025
Paramount+ Is Looking For 10 Canadians To Join Canadian "Jersey Shore" Spinoff
Canadian Jersey Shore - where "fist-pumping" is just waving hello to your neighbor and GTL stands for Gravy, Timmies, and Lifting (your snow shovel) If you're between the ages of 19-26, single, and 'unapologetically wild', you could be on the next spinoff of "Jersey Shore" called "Canada Shore&...
Apr 10, 2025
Fyre Fest 2.0 April 9th Update
Fyre Fest 2.0: Expecting luxury, getting lessons in how not to throw a party! Well here we are again...with another update about the second round of the failed "Fyre Festival" If you're just reading about this for the first time, here's a quick rundown of events. A luxury music festival was set to take place ...
Apr 09, 2025
Fort McMurray Resident To Play On The Canadian Senior Men's National Football Team In Sardinia Italy
Former Father Merc student and long-time Fort McMurray resident, Lamar Goods (#54), is heading to Sardinia, Italy on April 19th to play for the Canadian Senior Men's National Football Team!! This will be the first international game for the Canadian Team since they fell short in the gold medal game 50-7 to team USA in ...
Apr 03, 2025
How to Get Replacement Discs for 2006-2008 Warner Bros. Movies
Have you ever heard of disc rot? It's when the reflective layer on DVDs, CDs, or other media begins to break down, it can cause the data on the disc to be completely lost or corrupted. Disc rot can be triggered by a bunch of different factors, like chemical reactions, exposure to heat, humidity, or light, oxidation, an...
Apr 01, 2025
Mohamed Tarrabin of Prestige Jeweller's awarded the prestigious King Charles III Coronation Medal
BIG congrats to Mohamed Tarrabin, the Fort McMurray General Manager at Prestige Jewellers for being awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal! This medal is awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to the country, a province, territory, region or community, or made an outstanding achievement a...
Mar 28, 2025
Fort McMurray Transit Prices To Increase April 1st
Heads up if you use the city transit Bus fare is increasing on April 1st from $2.00 to $2.25 for a single fare. Monthly passes for adults will rise from $67.50 to $76.00, and students will go up from $51.25 to $57.75 An 18-ride sheet will rise from $32.00 to $36.00 Start saving your quarters!
Mar 19, 2025
Fyre Festival 2: Bigger, Better, and Still Definitely Not a Real Festival
Ah, the Fyre Festival. The event that became so legendary for its disastrous failure, even its name is synonymous with "don't trust a fancy Instagram ad." So, if you've ever wondered how to throw the world's worst music festival, then Fyre Festival was the gold standard. The Dream Picture this: a luxurious mu...
Mar 19, 2025
School support staff return Wednesday. So, now what?
The dust has settled, and it's time for school to return to normal this week after both school support staff unions in Fort McMurray ratified their contracts on Monday. In emails to parents, both divisions revealed their plans for a return to normal school operations. The Fort McMurray Public School Division says regu...
Mar 18, 2025
Marina is Locked In A Kennel for the SPCA
Help! I've been locked up with Ace and we need your help to make bail! The Fort McMurray SPCA is doing their Locked In A Kennel fundraiser to raise $60,000!As of Monday March 17th, they're half way to their goal, but we still need YOUR help. The campaign is running until April 1st, so you still have time to make your d...
Mar 18, 2025
Study: Drinking 1 Can Pop Takes 12 Minutes Off Your Life
Do you remember hearing that each cigarette takes away precious minutes of your life? I remember learning it was about 7-10 minutes. Well, that number has gotten worse. Recent research from 2024 shows the time lost has now doubled since the 2000 statistic, which dates back to the 1980s. That means smoking just one pack...
Mar 18, 2025
Back to School: CUPE Members Approve Agreements, Ending School Support Strikes
Support Staff to Return to Work Wednesday Updated: 9:00 p.m. March 17, 2025 Fort McMurray, AB. - Education support workers with both the Fort McMurray Public and Catholic School Divisions have voted to accept new collective agreements and will return to work this week. The agreements come after a weekend of bargaining ...
Mar 18, 2025
RCMP Seek Public's Help to Find Missing Fort McMurray Man
RCMP Seek Public's Help to Locate Missing Fort McMurray Man Fort McMurray, AB. - Wood Buffalo RCMP are asking for the public's assistance in locating Evan Michael Orr, a 33-year-old man who was last seen on Sunday, March 16, in Fort McMurray. Orr is described as 6'1" tall, weighing 168 pounds, with black hair, bro...
Mar 18, 2025
RCMP Seek Public's Help to Find Missing Fort McMurray Man
RCMP Seek Public's Help to Locate Missing Fort McMurray Man Fort McMurray, AB. - Wood Buffalo RCMP are asking for the public's assistance in locating Evan Michael Orr, a 33-year-old man who was last seen on Sunday, March 16, in Fort McMurray. Orr is described as 6'1" tall, weighing 168 pounds, with black hair, bro...
Mar 18, 2025
From Renter to Owner: Centre of Hope's Big Step Forward
Centre of Hope Purchases Marshall House, Securing Future for Homeless Support Services FORT MCMURRAY, AB. - The Centre of Hope (COH) has transitioned from renter to owner of Marshall House, a downtown property that has served as a lifeline for the region's homeless population for nearly two decades. The purchase marks ...
Mar 18, 2025
From Renter to Owner: Centre of Hope's Big Step Forward
Centre of Hope Purchases Marshall House, Securing Future for Homeless Support Services FORT MCMURRAY, AB. - The Centre of Hope (COH) has transitioned from renter to owner of Marshall House, a downtown property that has served as a lifeline for the region's homeless population for nearly two decades. The purchase marks ...
Mar 18, 2025
RCMP Seeking Information on Missing Woman Amid Safety Concerns
Update: 9:30 a.m. March 17, 2025 Wood Buffalo RCMP report Angie Lee McGunigle has been located and is safe. Wood Buffalo RCMP would like to thank the public and the media for their assistance. Wood Buffalo RCMP Seek Help Locating Missing Woman FORT MCMURRAY - Wood Buffalo RCMP are asking for the public's help in locati...
Mar 16, 2025
Fort McMurray Education Strikes Near End as Tentative Deals Reached
Deals Reached in Fort McMurray Education Strikes, Ratification Vote Expected Monday FORT MCMURRAY, Alta. - Education support workers in Fort McMurray may return to work as early as Wednesday following the announcement of tentative agreements between CUPE locals and the Fort McMurray Catholic and public school divisions...
Mar 16, 2025
RMWB Seeks Volunteers for New Police Oversight Committee
RMWB seeking volunteers for new police oversight committee FORT MCMURRAY, AB. - The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is looking for volunteers to help guide local policing priorities as part of a new civilian oversight body. The 11-member Municipal Policing Advisory Committee will work with RCMP leadership to ensu...
Mar 14, 2025
MADD Canada Urges Action as National Impaired Driving Prevention Week Begins
MADD Canada Calls for Action as National Impaired Driving Prevention Week Begins National Impaired Driving Prevention Week kicks off Sunday, and MADD Canada is urging Canadians to make responsible choices behind the wheel. The organization is also pushing for stronger measures to prevent impaired driving. "Prevent...
Mar 14, 2025
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RMWB seeking volunteers for new police oversight committee FORT MCMURRAY, Alta. - The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is looking for volunteers to help guide local policing priorities as part of a new civilian oversight body. The 11-member Municipal Policing Advisory Committee will work with RCMP leadership to en...
Mar 13, 2025
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RMWB seeking volunteers for new police oversight committee FORT MCMURRAY, Alta. - The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is looking for volunteers to help guide local policing priorities as part of a new civilian oversight body. The 11-member Municipal Policing Advisory Committee will work with RCMP leadership to en...
Mar 14, 2025
Trouble Brewing For Suspect in Downtown Taphouse Break-in
Police arrest suspect after break-in at Fort McMurray taphouse FORT MCMURRAY, AB. - A Fort McMurray man is in custody after police say he broke into a downtown brewery and made off with bottles of booze. Wood Buffalo RCMP responded to an alarm at Drum Brewing Sunday around 7:45 a.m. and found the business had been brok...
Mar 14, 2025
Over Half of Us Are Lying to Our Dentists (And They Know It!)
So, a new survey just dropped, and guess what? More than half of us aren't exactly truthful when it comes to our dentist visits. And, you know what I'm talking about-flossing. Yep, 57% of people fess up to lying to their dentist about their dental hygiene. Why? Well, 60% say it's to impress them, and another 33% just d...
Mar 13, 2025
All Relight Candles Banned In Canada
If you've ever bought magic relight candles from Etsy, Amazon or Walmart.ca, THROW THEM OUT NOW! (maybe in a bottle full of water though) Health Canada has warned about relight candles because they could be a fire risk. The warning says these candles are banned in Canada because they might catch fire AFTER being thrown...
Mar 13, 2025
Province Promises More Teachers, Support Staff in $1.1B Education Plan
Alberta Budget Adds $1.1B for Education, but Critics Say More is Needed Alberta's Budget 2025 is adding $1.1 billion over three years to help schools manage rising enrolment, with the province saying the funding will allow school divisions to hire more than 4,000 teachers, educational assistants, and support staff. Edu...
Mar 13, 2025
Global Emissions to Rise While Canada Suffers: Alberta Slams Federal Cap Plan
Federal Emissions Cap Sparks Heated Debate Between Ottawa and Alberta The Federal Parliamentary Budget Office (PBO) has released its impact assessment of the upcoming oil and gas emissions cap, calling it essential for Canada to meet its promised greenhouse gas (GHG) targets. The report stresses the need for the cap to...
Mar 13, 2025
Mark Carney Takes Office as Prime Minister Friday Amid Election Speculation
Mark Carney to Be Sworn In as Prime Minister Amid Election Speculation Mark Carney will officially become Canada's 24th prime minister on Friday, stepping into the role without a seat in Parliament and facing immediate pressure to call a general election. Carney, a former Bank of Canada governor and close advisor to ou...
Mar 13, 2025
Spectacular Blood Moon Set to Glow Overnight Thursday Into Friday
Canadians in for a late-night celestial show with total lunar eclipse FORT MCMURRAY, AB - Stargazers across Canada may have a chance to witness the only total lunar eclipse of the year late Thursday night and into Friday morning. The eclipse, sometimes called a "Blood Moon," will begin just before 10 p.m. MT ...
Mar 12, 2025
Alberta Expands Energy Ties with Japan Amid U.S. Trade Uncertainty
Smith and Jean Secure Energy Deal with Japan at CERAWeek Premier Danielle Smith and Minister of Energy Brian Jean are in Houston for CERAWeek, one of the world's most significant energy conferences. The event opened on Monday with a potentially promising development for Alberta's energy sector as U.S. Energy Secretary ...
Mar 12, 2025
Fort McMurray Airport Blends Art and Travel in Latest Digital Exhibit
"The Art of Connection": YMM Showcases Local Artists in Digital Exhibit FORT MCMURRAY, AB. - The Fort McMurray International Airport is set to launch its 2025 Digital Art Exhibit. The series will take flight on April 4, featuring the work of three local artists in a showcase that highlights the connection bet...
Mar 12, 2025
Indigenous Resource Council Supports Pipelines, Call for Inclusion in Canada's Trade Response
Indigenous Resource Council Demands Inclusion in Canada's Tariff Response As Canada's political leaders push back against U.S. tariffs, the Indian Resource Council (IRC) is calling for Indigenous voices to be included in any response. The council, founded in 1987, represents First Nations involved in the oil and gas in...
Mar 11, 2025
Indigenous Resource Council Supports Pipelines, Call for Inclusion in Canada's Trade Response
Indigenous Resource Council Demands Inclusion in Canada's Tariff Response As Canada's political leaders push back against U.S. tariffs, the Indian Resource Council (IRC) is calling for Indigenous voices to be included in any response. The council, founded in 1987, represents First Nations involved in the oil and gas in...
Mar 11, 2025
Tariff Chaos Fuels Stock Crash as Traders Worry About Recession
Stock markets tumble as investors react to tariff uncertainty U.S. markets plunged Monday as investor concerns over tariff policy and economic uncertainty fueled a three-week sell-off. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 890.01 points, or 2.08 per cent, closing at 41,911.71. The S&P 500 fell 2.7 per cent to 5,...
Mar 11, 2025
Volunteers Needed to Assist During Local Emergencies
FORT MCMURRAY, AB - The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is seeking community members for their Emergency Social Services (ESS) team. This volunteer-based group works alongside municipal responders to provide support during times of emergency such as wildfires, floods, and other disasters. ESS volunteers pl...
Mar 10, 2025
Marina Eats 2 Carolina Reapers
Last week John and I spoke about a London, ON man named Mike Jack, who broke a Guinness World Record and ate 25 Carolina Reaper peppers in 4 minutes and 36 seconds. (watch him down the reapers HERE)Every since then, I figured HEY WHY NOT TRY A REAPER! Definitely not 25 of them, but 2 is a start, right?Our news guy Mr. ...
Mar 10, 2025
Edmonton Teacher Arrested on Multiple Charges of Sexual Assault and Child Luring
Former Edmonton High School Teacher Charged with Child Sex Offenses* EDMONTON - A former high school teacher in Edmonton has been charged with multiple child sex offenses following an investigation by the Edmonton Police Service (EPS). On Mach 6, EPS arrested 32-year-old Dylan James Shott, charging him with luring a ch...
Mar 10, 2025
RCMP Name Boyle Homicide Victim with Ties to Fort McMurray, Public's Help Needed
RCMP Identify Homicide Victim in Boyle Investigation BOYLE, Alta. - RCMP have identified the victim of a homicide near Boyle last month as Connor Hayden Reese, a 31-year-old resident of Burnaby, B.C., with ties to Edmonton and Fort McMurray. Boyle RCMP were called to the area of Range Road 173 and Township Road 712 on ...
Mar 10, 2025
RCMP Name Boyle Homicide Victim with Ties to Fort McMurray, Public's Help Needed
RCMP Identify Homicide Victim in Boyle Investigation BOYLE, Alta. - RCMP have identified the victim of a homicide near Boyle last month as Connor Hayden Reese, a 31-year-old resident of Burnaby, B.C., with ties to Edmonton and Fort McMurray. Boyle RCMP were called to the area of Range Road 173 and Township Road 712 on ...
Mar 10, 2025
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