• Lightning risk persists as storm season begins

    Lightning risk persists as storm season begins
    A recent bevy of thunder storms has brought precaution into focus.Environment and Climate Change Canada is reminding residents that lightning remains a risk in both rural and urban areas as storm season rolls rumbling across Alberta.National data shows lightning causes between two and three deaths each year in Canada, along with roughly 180 injuries. Alberta is among the provinces where incidents are more frequently reported, with most occurring between June and August as thunderstorms become m
  • RCMP warn of fake vendor fair scam

    RCMP warn of fake vendor fair scam
    Fort Saskatchewan RCMP are warning the public about a fraudulent event posting tied to a supposed three day craft, food, and vendor fair at the Dow Centennial Centre.An RCMP release states the event, titled The Northern Prairie Craft, Food, & Vendor Fair, was advertised as running from Friday, June 26 to Sunday, June 28. Investigators have confirmed the posting was a scam. The booking was not legitimate, and at least one vendor was defrauded after using an Eventbrite link to secure a table.

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