Alberta emissions down according to federal report
Canada’s recently released Greenhouse Gas Inventory Report indicates a decrease in emissions in Alberta, despite a rise in energy production. Covering the 2022 year, the report reveals that per-barrel emissions from the oil sector decreased despite increased production. However, Alberta managed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by only one megaton during the reporting period. “Alberta’s per-barrel emissions are declining while energy demand continues to rise, as the National Inventory Report…
Charges laid in Fort Chipewyan shooting
Charges have been laid after the shooting that took place last week near the Fort Chipewyan airport. Two suspects were arrested in connection to the incident on Friday, but one was released without charges. 19-year-old Keanu Redbear faces five charges…
RCMP investigating two weekend thefts at Fort McMurray liquor stores
Wood Buffalo RCMP is investigating two robberies at Ace Liquor locations in Fort McMurray. In the first instance, officers responded just before 7:00 Saturday night to the Thickwood location, where the suspect entered the store holding an edged weapon and…
Community gathers to honour Red Dress Day
Over 500 people gathered in Kiyām Community Park on Sunday, May 5, 2024, to honour and bring awareness to the thousands of Indigenous women and girls, and two-spirit people who have gone missing or who have been murdered. The Red…
RCMP in Fort Chipewyan make major drug seizure
FORT CHIPEWYAN, Alberta— Charges are pending against two males following a drug seizure in Fort Chipewyan. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) conducted a check stop in the northern hamlet on Friday, May 3. Police uncovered a large quantity of…