Category: News

  • Red Deer RCMP seek public assistance to locate 14 year old Mabel Roasting – Update with Photo

    Red Deer RCMP is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 14 year old Mabel Roasting. Roasting was reported missing on July 13. Roasting was believed to have spent time at a residence in Oriole Park; RCMP checks of various locations have not located her to date. Mabel Roasting is described as: 5’8” slim build, approximately…

  • City of Calgary Resumes Work in the Rivers

    Calgary, Alberta – The City of Calgary has made significant progress in restoring pathways and stabilizing riverbanks damaged during the June 2013 flood. As a continuation of those efforts, the City will resume work in both the Elbow and Bow Rivers, put on hold earlier this spring as part of regulations to protect river habitat.…

  • Red Deer RCMP seek public assistance to locate two missing girls

    Red Deer RCMP is requesting the public’s assistance in locating two missing teenage girls. 15 year old Diamond Saddleback and 16 year old Sky Big Crow were reported missing on July 9. They are believed to be in Edmonton, but RCMP checks have not yet been able to confirm this. Diamond Saddleback is described as:…

  • RCMP Jasper – Fatal Bicycle Accident

    RCMP Jasper – Fatal Bicycle Accident

    On July 17, 2014 at approximately 12:56 pm the Jasper RCMP were dispatched to an accident involving a cyclist on Highway 93. Just north of the Columbia Icefields a 56 year old bicyclist was found deceased alongside the highway. The initial investigation established that the male had crashed his bicycle while descending a steep hill.…

  • Calgary Police ~ Ongoing Search Efforts

    Calgary Police ~ Ongoing Search Efforts

    The Calgary Police Service is grateful for the overwhelming community support in relation to the ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Nathan O’Brien and Kathryn and Alvin Liknes. Investigators have a 30-day search plan in effect that is intelligence driven, which cannot be shared outside of law enforcement in order to protect the integrity of…

  • Weather Watches from Environment Canada for Parts of Alberta

    Weather Watches from Environment Canada for Parts of Alberta

    Tornado Watch Environment Canada has issued a tornado watch for Airdrie, Cochrane, Olds, Sundre, Drumheller, Three Hills, Hanna, Coronation, Oyen, Red Deer, Ponoka, Innisfail and Stettler. Tornado conditions possible – afternoon to early evening. Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms which may produce tornadoes. Be prepared for severe weather. Take cover immediately,…

  • Red Deer RCMP Seeking Two Missing Teens

    Red Deer RCMP Seeking Two Missing Teens

    Mabel Roasting Red Deer RCMP is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 14 year old Mabel Roasting. Roasting was reported missing on July 13. Roasting was believed to have spent time at a residence in Oriole Park; RCMP checks of various locations have not located her to date. Mabel Roasting is described as: · Aboriginal…

  • Seeking Public Assistance – Sexual Assault

    The Calgary Police Service is seeking public assistance to identify a man connected to a recent sexual assault. At approximately 1 p.m., on Saturday, July 12, 2014, a woman was walking in the north end of the Queens Park Cemetery by a creek when she was grabbed from behind by a nude male and pushed…

  • CBC: Edmonton Designers Come Up With Own Alberta Licence Plate

    CBC: Edmonton Designers Come Up With Own Alberta Licence Plate

    Some Edmonton graphic designers took things into their own hands as controversy heats up over changes to Alberta’s license plate. [weaver_iframe src=’http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/edmonton-designers-come-up-with-own-alberta-licence-plate-1.2706955′ height=600 percent=100 style=”style”]

  • RCMP Charges Senator Mike Duffy

    Media Statement Delivered by Assistant Commissioner Gilles Michaud, Commanding Officer of RCMP National Division – Ottawa, July 17, 2014 As Commanding Officer of the RCMP’s National Division, I have committed to keeping Canadians apprised of the results into the criminal investigation of some Senators’ expense claims. Today, I would like to inform you that the…

  • Current Wildfire Situation in Alberta

    This map shows the status of wildfires in the Province as of July 16, 2014. Wildfire Status Description Out-of Control (RED) – The wildfire is burning and is expected to continue growing. Being Held (YELLOW) – Given current weather conditions and resources, the wildfire is not anticipated to grow past expected boundaries. Under Control (GREEN)…

  • Local Fire Bans Remain in Effect

    Black Diamond – Water Restriction & Fire Ban still in effect Water Restrictions remain in place until further notice. However, along with the beautiful spring weather, water usage has increased, and residents are reminded that diligence is still needed to conserve water. Work is still happening to find secure supplies of water for both towns,…

  • House to be transported through High River on Thursday, July 17

    HIGH RIVER, AB: The Town of High River has been advised that Holmes Building Movers Ltd. will be transporting a home located at 1585 Gascony Lane S.W. out of town to the south the morning of Thursday, July 17. The house will be transported through town at approximately 9 a.m. using the route below. Please…

  • RCMP – Rocky Mountain House, Alberta Missing youth **update**

    RCMP – Rocky Mountain House, Alberta Missing youth **update**

    The youth was located safe and sound via helicopter after spotting him near the Saunders area. ***************** On July 15th, 2014 a group from Hobbema on a canoeing trip stopped to camp near the Saunders area approximately 50 km west of Rocky Mountain House. A 15 year old youth left the camping area and did…

  • Rocky Mountain House -Missing Youth Hiker- Clearwater County

    On July 15th, 2014 a group from Hobbema (Maskwacis) on a canoeing trip stopped to camp near the Saunders area approximately 50 km west of Rocky Mountain House. A 15 year old youth left the camping area and did not return so RCMP were notified at 23:51. The youth went to his tent and when…