Tag: Northern Alberta

  • Remembering Constable David Matthew Wynn

    Remembering Constable David Matthew Wynn

    St. Albert, Alberta – Constable David Matthew Wynn was born October 18, 1972, in Newcastle, New Brunswick. Dave’s family describes his childhood as revolving around outdoor pursuits, which extended into his adult life. He began fishing for salmon at a young age on the Miramichi River. Dave enjoyed all types of outdoor activities such as…

  • Premier Thanks Doug Horner

    Premier Jim Prentice issued the following statement (Friday) following the announcement that Doug Horner will be leaving the Legislature at the end of January: “It was with regret that I received the news this morning that Doug Horner would be stepping down as a Member of the Legislative Assembly later this month. “Doug has been…

  • Statement from Raj Sherman, Alberta Liberal Leader

    Statement from Raj Sherman, Alberta Liberal Leader

    EDMONTON, AB (January 26, 2015): Alberta Liberal Leader Raj Sherman has released the following statement of his intentions in advance of the next provincial election: “Today, after much thoughtful reflection and consultation, I met with my Caucus colleagues and members of the Executive Committee of the Alberta Liberal Party to inform them of my decision…

  • New Phone Number for Potential Rat Sightings

    New Phone Number for Potential Rat Sightings

    Albertans now have a new way to report potential rat sightings.“Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development (ARD) has a new easily remembered phone number, 310-RATS (7287), for all Albertans to report possible rat sightings,” said Bruce Hamblin, rat inspector, ARD, Olds. “It’s not a replacement for the current system of reporting rats, but it is an…

  • Constable Wynn Funeral – LIVE Feed from St. Albert

    Constable Wynn Funeral – LIVE Feed from St. Albert

    St. Albert, Alberta – Watch the live feed of Constable Wynn’s Regimental Funeral broadcast live from St. Albert, Alberta at 2:00 PM. CLICK HERE TO VIEW

  • AHS Weekly Wellness News: Beat the Winter Blues

    AHS Weekly Wellness News: Beat the Winter Blues

    Many people are more sluggish in winter than in summer, but for those affected with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), the problem goes beyond getting a little gloomy. People who have SAD can experience: depressed mood, lack of motivation, fatigue, and often feel tired throughout the day. These symptoms can lead to excessive time in bed…

  • Agreement Targets New Municipal Government Act in 2016

    The Government of Alberta and representatives of Alberta’s municipalities have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that will see a revised Municipal Government Act (MGA) in place in 2016. The agreement was signed by Premier Jim Prentice, Municipal Affairs Minister Diana McQueen, Alberta Urban Municipalities Association’s (AUMA) President Helen Rice and Alberta Association of Municipal…

  • Honouring Volunteers Who Help Seniors Never Gets Old

    Honouring Volunteers Who Help Seniors Never Gets Old

    Many Albertans volunteer their time, skills and energy to improve the lives of seniors across our province. Now it’s time for Albertans to nominate volunteers in our communities for a 2015 Minister’s Seniors Service Award and recognize those who make a difference. “These dedicated volunteers enhance the quality of life for our province’s seniors by…

  • Recognizing inspiring work that protects our communities

    Albertans can nominate a group or individual who has made an outstanding contribution to community safety. The Alberta Community Justice Awards recognize those who are dedicated to their work in community safety, crime prevention and the criminal justice system. These individuals and groups support community justice and improve quality of life by helping to address…

  • RCMP ATHABASCA  – Investigating Sudden Death

    RCMP are currently investigating the sudden death of an elderly man who was located in a field, after abandoning his vehicle. RCMP are asking anyone who may have information to contact the RCMP in Athabasca at (780) 675-5122.

  • Public Statement Issued on Behalf of RCMP Auxiliary Constable Derek Bond

    The family of Auxiliary Constable Derek Bond expresses its deepest sympathy to the Wynn family. We are also extremely grateful for the messages and gestures of support we have received from the community. Derek’s recovery is progressing, but this remains a very difficult time for us. We thank the media for respecting our privacy in…

  • RCMP Edmonton Vets Association Sets Up Family Fund

    RCMP Edmonton Vets Association Sets Up Family Fund

      Edmonton, AB – Information about the fund established by the RCMP Veterans Association Edmonton Division in relation the recent shooting of two St. Albert police officers is available on the City of St. Alberta website at http://stalbert.ca/city-hall/news/news-releases/family-support-fund-established

  • Regimental Funeral for Constable David Wynn – Update

    Regimental Funeral for Constable David Wynn – Update

    Edmonton, Alberta – There will be an regimental funeral to honour the life and service of Constable David Matthew Wynn of the St. Albert Detachment on Monday, January 26, 2015 at 2 p.m. Servus Credit Union  Place in of St. Albert, Alberta. The event will be televised live. Details will follow.

  • Healthy Tips from Pharmasave: Don’t Get Stuck in the Snow

    Healthy Tips from Pharmasave: Don’t Get Stuck in the Snow

    Dread winter driving? Being prepared is the key. But would you know what to do if you got stranded or found yourself driving through heavy snow? Follow this advice – and download our Winter Driving Safety Checklist to print out and make sure you’re prepared. A winter car tune-up can help reduce your worries about…

  • Regimental Funeral for Constable David Wynn

    Edmonton, Alberta – There will be an regimental funeral to honour the life and service of Constable David Matthew Wynn of the St. Albert Detachment on Monday, January 26, 2015 at Servus Place in the City of St. Albert, Alberta.