RCMP seeking missing woman
RCMP in Wood Buffalo is asking for your help locating a missing person. Amara Gonzales, a 35-year-old woman was last seen on April 4th in the downtown area. The police are concerned for her wellbeing. Gonzales is 5 foot 7 inches tall and weighs 139 pounds. She has brown hair and brown eyes. If you have seen Gonzales, or have any information on where she may be, please contact the…
New rules for outdoor fires in the RMWB
The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is revising its Outdoor Fire Bylaw. The Municipal Council approved revisions to the rules governing outdoor fires at their meeting on April 22nd. The new bylaw contains major revisions regulating all outdoor fires…
Police searching for suspects in Thickwood vandalism
Police are investigating vandalism to several vehicles in Thickwood. Overnight on April 19th and 20th, several vehicles along Ross Haven Drive and Raven Place were damaged by vandals. At 1 a.m. on Saturday, RCMP received a complaint of three suspected…
Controlled burns planned for Parsons Creek after small wildfire extinguished
A small wildfire on Tuesday night near Elsie Yanick and Dave McNeilly schools in Parsons Creek has prompted controlled burns in the area to reduce the risk of more fires in the area. Crews were working on hot spots Wednesday.…
Wood Buffalo RCMP searching for suspect in liquor store theft
Wood Buffalo RCMP are asking for your help in identifying a suspect in the recent theft of a case of vodka from a liquor store. Photo Courtesy: Wood Buffalo RCMP During the noon hour on April 15, an unknown man…