Third Wettest Summer on Record for Fort McMurray
The amount of rain we’ve received over the summer is now one for the record books. According to Environment Canada, we received 355 mm of rain over June, July, and August – marking third most in Wood Buffalo’s history. This is the wettest summer since 1973 – a span of 46 years. Meteorologist Sarah Hoffman tells Mix News it was a total different story for communities in southern Alberta. “It…
Over $32,000 Raised Through 19th Annual Rubber Duck Race
The 19th annual Rubber Duck Race was the most successful ever. The event, organized by Big Brothers Big Sisters Wood Buffalo, took place this past weekend – with over a thousand rubber ducks racing down the Snye. Community Engagement and…
Legal Challenges Continue To Plague Trans Mountain Construction
The Trans Mountain Expansion Project is still facing an uphill battle. The Federal Court of Appeal announced Wednesday that six of 12 proposed legal challenges to the $4.6 billion pipeline expansion can proceed. The federal government approved the plan to triple the…
Report Recommending Province Cut Funding In Education, Health, And To Municipalities
The provincial government is potentially looking to cut back on spending in multiple sectors including education and health. The MacKinnon Report was released on Tuesday which aimed to review and highlight the amount of funds the province spends every year.…
CMHA Opens Local Support Group For ‘Suicide Survivors’
A new program helping those who’ve lost a loved one to suicide is being offered by the Canadian Mental Health Association. ‘WHY – When Hearts Yearn’ peer support group is a closed group for survivors who’s lost a loved one to…