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• UCP nomination vote set for Aug. 22 in Sherwood Park

  18-08-2026 06:52 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  United Conservative Party members in Sherwood Park will choose their candidate for the next provincial election during a nomination vote Aug. 22 at the Robin Hood Association, located at 141 Broadway Blvd.Voting is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Former Sherwood Park MLA Jordan Walker and political activist Kathy Flett are seeking the nomination.The Sherwood Park News asked both candidates about the UCP’s 2023 defeat in the riding, Alberta independence, health care, faith in politics and
  
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• Truth and Reconciliation highlights a path forward

  08-10-2026 20:11 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  For six years communities across Canada have gathered in reflection on September 30, remembering a troubling past and renewing the promise of a better tomorrow.National Day for Truth and Reconciliation brings grief for the lives lost, the trust broken and futures taken away from Canada’s First Peoples. But amid the heartbreak, the stories of children taken from their homes, cultures destroyed and generations affected by trauma, the day also highlights efforts toward healing and understand
  
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• Cram a Cruiser looks to top last year's record collection

  08-10-2026 20:11 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Strathcona County RCMP and Enforcement Services are hoping residents will help replenish food bank shelves after Thanksgiving by donating food and cash during this year’s Cram a Cruiser campaign.According to a Strathcona County news release, the annual fundraiser returns Friday, Oct. 16, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at three grocery stores in Sherwood Park. Police and enforcement officers will be onsite collecting donations for the Strathcona Food Bank and encouraging shoppers to help fill poli
  
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• Sarah Geisler launches NDP bid in Strathcona-Sherwood Park

  08-10-2026 20:10 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  The longtime Strathcona County employee hopes to earn the nomination and challenge UCP MLA Nate Glubish in the next provincial election.Sarah Geisler says too many residents feel ignored by their elected representatives, a concern that motivated her decision to seek the Alberta NDP nomination in Strathcona-Sherwood Park.Geisler, vice-president of the local NDP constituency association and a public engagement advisor with Strathcona County, said accessibility and responsiveness would be central
  
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• Wonderful weekend offers plenty to be thankful for

  08-10-2026 20:08 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  There’s plenty to be grateful for this Thanksgiving weekend in Strathcona County. Though things are quieter than usual, residents can still find plenty to do between feasts and festivities.On Saturday, Oct. 10, Strathcona County Museum and Archives continues Spooky Strathma Medieval Days with the Makers of the Realm Medieval Market. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., local vendors will set up shop inside the museum. Visitors can browse the market, explore the trinket trading post and view the Mediev
  
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• RCMP seek missing resident: Update - Found safe

  07-10-2026 17:43 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Editor’s note: Story updated as individual was located safe.Parkland RCMP are asking for the public’s help in locating a 25-year-old who was last seen in Spruce Grove on Oct. 4.According to an RCMP release, the individual was last seen at about 7:30 p.m. in the city and is believed to be in the Parkland County or Edmonton area.Police said they may be driving a Ford Focus bearing Alberta licence plates.RCMP said they are concerned for their well-being and are seeking assistance from
  
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• RCMP seek help finding missing Spruce Grove resident

  07-10-2026 17:43 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Parkland RCMP are asking for the public’s help in locating a 25-year-old who was last seen in Spruce Grove on Oct. 4.According to an RCMP release, Jaimie Tuininga was last seen at about 7:30 p.m. in the city and is believed to be in the Parkland County or Edmonton area.Police said Tuininga may be driving a grey 2013 Ford Focus bearing Alberta licence plate CLOVER8.RCMP said they are concerned for Tuininga’s well-being and are seeking assistance from the public in locating them.Tuini
  
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• Strathcona County RCMP warn of scam targeting wallet theft victims

  07-10-2026 17:03 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Strathcona County RCMP are warning residents about a scam in which stolen wallets are followed by calls from fraudsters posing as bank employees and requesting sensitive banking information.Strathcona County RCMP are warning residents about a scam involving stolen wallets or purses and followup calls from people impersonating bank employees to gain access to victims’ accounts.According to an RCMP release, the scheme often begins with the theft of a wallet or purse through pickpocketing or
  
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• Proposed wetland changes draw criticism from conservation advocates

  06-10-2026 15:15 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Conservation advocates say Alberta’s proposed wetland reforms could reduce oversight of seasonal and temporary wetlands that support wildlife, water storage and watershed health, while the province says the changes will reduce red tape for farmers.Alberta’s proposed changes to wetland regulations are drawing criticism from conservation advocates who say the reforms could reduce oversight of wetlands that play an important role in wildlife habitat and watershed health, including with
  
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• Chuba watch: Hubbard leads Panthers past Lions

  05-10-2026 17:25 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Sherwood Park’s Chuba Hubbard delivered his best performance of the season Sunday night, rushing for 122 yards and two touchdowns to help the Carolina Panthers earn a 32-26 victory over the Detroit Lions.The six-foot-one, 210-pound running back carried the ball 20 times, averaging 6.1 yards per attempt, and added a seven-yard reception as Carolina improved to 2-2 on the season.Hubbard’s performance was a key factor in the Panthers’ offensive success. While quarterback Bryce Yo
  
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• RCMP seek public assistance in investigation of Glengarry Crescent fire

  03-10-2026 00:25 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Strathcona County RCMP are asking the public to assist in identifying individuals they believe may have information regarding a fire on Glengarry Crescent on Aug. 9.Surveillance footage obtained from the night of Aug. 8 from 10:40 to 11:25 p.m. shows three individuals walking a dog along Glengarry Crescent then stopping to speak with two other people on bicycles. Police are looking to contact the individuals shown in an image released on Friday, as it is believed they may have information relat
  
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• RCMP seek witnesses after Sherwood Park hit-and-run damages parked sports car

  02-10-2026 20:46 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Strathcona County RCMP are asking for the public’s help identifying a driver involved in a hit-and-run collision that damaged a parked vehicle in Sherwood Park last month.Police said a white Toyota GR86 was parked on the east side of a parking lot at 390 Baseline Road when it was struck by an unidentified vehicle at about 1:40 p.m. on Sept. 4.According to RCMP, the collision caused significant damage to the parked sports car. The driver of the other vehicle left the scene without stopping
  
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• Broadmoor golf program introduces youth to the game

  01-10-2026 20:31 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Local youth got their first taste of golf this summer through a free seven-week program at Broadmoor Public Golf Course designed to make the sport more accessible.The lessons were delivered through First Tee Canada as part of the RBC Community Junior Golf initiative, which provides young people with opportunities to learn the game at no cost.Youth between the ages of nine and 13 took part in weekly sessions focused on golf fundamentals, skill development and confidence building in a welcoming e
  
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• Weekend of fall fun to help welcome October

  01-10-2026 20:27 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  As we welcome October and savour the quickly fading warm weather, Strathcona County offers plenty of entertainment this weekend.Kicking off Spooky Strathma, Strathcona County Museum and Archives is offering a sneak peak into the museum’s October long theme on Friday, Oct. 2 with a Paint & Sip night featuring local artist Andrea Krahn. Open to painting pros and fresh faces, Krahn will guide participants in creating their very own Spooky Strathma masterpiece with her signature enthusias
  
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• Sherwood Park man charged with using AI to make child sexual abuse materials

  29-09-2026 22:45 via globalnews.ca
  
  ALERT said Christopher Kalbfleisch, 51, was arrested for a second time since June and is now charged with using AI to sexualize photos and videos of young victims he knows.
  
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• Sherwood Park man charged in AI child exploitation investigation

  29-09-2026 21:58 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  A Sherwood Park man has been charged with making child sexual abuse material. Investigators allege he used artificial intelligence to create sexualized images from photos and videos obtained through social media.The Alberta Law Enforcement Response Teams’ Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) unit charged 51-year-old Christopher Kalbfleisch on Sept. 25. Police allege the offence involved numerous instances and victims.The charge follows Kalbfleisch’s June arrest, when he was charged wit
  
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• Faulty brakes and worn tires top safety concerns as 77 commercial vehicles removed

  29-09-2026 01:03 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Faulty brakes and worn tires were the most serious safety issues identified during a three-day commercial vehicle enforcement operation in Strathcona County that resulted in 77 vehicles being placed out of service.The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance Joint Force Operation, led by Strathcona County Enforcement Services, took place Sept. 23 to 25 and involved inspectors and peace officers from several agencies, including Alberta Transportation, Alberta Sheriffs, Edmonton Police Service, the Cit
  
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• Whitecourt man charged after RCMP arrest him twice in one week

  28-09-2026 23:13 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  A Whitecourt man is facing multiple charges after Alberta RCMP Traffic Services officers arrested him twice within a week for allegedly breaching court-ordered release conditions.On Sept. 11, members of the Whitecourt Traffic Unit were conducting patrols near Whitecourt when they checked an area where stolen copper wire had reportedly been stripped.Police said the officers found a suspicious vehicle occupied by two people and conducted a traffic stop. One of the occupants was identified as a ma
  
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• Edmonton man accused of using Snapchat location feature to target minors

  26-09-2026 00:15 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  ALERT’s Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) unit is asking parents to review their children’s social media accounts, including location-sharing settings, after an 18-year-old Edmonton man was arrested for allegedly using Snapchat’s location-sharing function to locate the family home of two minors.Police announced the charges Friday during a news conference at ALERT’s Strathcona County headquarters in Sherwood Park.Arshdeep Singh, also known as the username “max_bxyz,
  
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• Class in session at long awaited Forest Grove School

  24-09-2026 21:16 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  After years of planning and construction, Forest Grove elementary and junior high school has opened its doors to its first generation of students.Welcoming those involved in the construction and planning, as well as community stakeholders, Elk Island Public Schools celebrated the grand opening of Forest Grove on Friday, Sept. 18. As part of the day’s events, students in Madame Pickering’s Grade Six class performed an original song inspired by the sounds of a Forest Grove.An amalgama
  
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• Nature within reach: Gather, reflect, and look ahead

  24-09-2026 21:04 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  There’s something about autumn that makes you want to gather as the days grow shorter, the air turns crisp and the trees take on their seasonal colours. It’s the time to slow down, reconnect and make room for the people and experiences that matter.At the Strathcona Wilderness Centre, the changing season creates a natural setting for retreats, gatherings and time spent together outdoors. A walk among the trees, a shared meal at a picnic area or an overnight stay can turn a simple gat
  
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• Strathcona Christmas Bureau seeking depot for holiday campaign

  24-09-2026 20:58 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  The Strathcona Christmas Bureau is making an urgent appeal for a temporary depot space in Sherwood Park as it prepares for its 2026 Christmas campaign.The volunteer-run organization is seeking 8,000 to 10,000 square feet of heated space with washrooms, parking, and preferably an overhead door or loading dock. The space is needed from Oct. 1 to Dec. 31, with Oct. 15 the latest workable move-in date.“We’ve been incredibly fortunate over the years to have local property owners and busi
  
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• Hope grows as Saffron gala raises $130k for new facility

  24-09-2026 20:52 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Saffron Centre is one step closer to a new facility thanks to community support at this year’s Igniting Hope Gala on Thursday, Sept. 10 in The Agora.Featuring keynote speaker Dr. Jody Carrington, both live and silent auctions, as well as musical entertainment by the Valkyrie String Quartet, the event raised more than $130,000 towards the estimated $1.7 million total needed for the new facility.Providing vital resources to survivors of sexual violence in the greater Edmonton area for the p
  
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• RCMP shares online safety tips to help youth avoid online grooming

  23-09-2026 23:11 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Alberta RCMP is sharing online safety information throughout September, warning youth and their families about the risks of online grooming and luring.According to an RCMP news release, grooming occurs when someone builds trust with a young person online in order to manipulate, exploit, coerce or abuse them. Police say grooming can be linked to sexual exploitation, financial exploitation, criminal activity, luring and other forms of control.The RCMP said offenders often use flattery, attention,
  
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• Maskwacis RCMP search for suspect following possible targeted shooting incident

  23-09-2026 03:54 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Maskwacis RCMP are searching for a male suspect following a shooting incident reported at about 5 p.m. on Sept. 22.According to a Tuesday RCMP press release, police are advising the public of a heavy police presence in the area of Montana First Nation as officers continue their search.Police said the suspect was allegedly involved in the shooting.“The incident is believed to be targeted,” RCMP said in the release.The Alberta RCMP Emergency Response Team, and Wetaskiwin RCMP, are ass
  
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• Maskwacis RCMP arrest suspect after possible targeted shooting incident

  23-09-2026 03:54 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Editor’s note: This story has been updated to reflect that the suspect has been arrested.A suspect sought in connection with a shooting incident near Montana First Nation has been arrested, Maskwacis RCMP say.Police had been searching for a male suspect following a shooting reported at about 5 p.m. on Sept. 22. Investigators said the incident was believed to be targeted and warned residents to avoid opening their doors to strangers or picking up hitchhikers while officers searched for the
  
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• Volunteer Strathcona celebrates 50 years of community service

  22-09-2026 17:24 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Volunteer Strathcona is celebrating 50 years of supporting local volunteers, non-profit organizations and community programs in Strathcona County.According to a release from Volunteer Strathcona, the organization was founded after members of the Kinette Club of Sherwood Park identified a need for an information and volunteer centre and worked to establish one. The centre, then known as IVC, opened its doors on Oct. 1, 1976.For many years, the organization served as a community information hub,
  
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• For Sherwood Park designer, New York offers a glimpse of what's next

  21-09-2026 23:44 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  “I just wish I could be out there again.”New York showed Sherwood Park fashion designer Mia Celestina exactly where she wants to be.The designer, who works under the brand name Princess Metalhead, recently returned from Runway 7 Fashion Week, where she showcased her unconventional metal and pop-tab creations before an international audience.Coming home was the hard part.“Everyone’s creative down there. Everyone is, it’s so busy, and I love the city so much,”
  
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• Elections Alberta pushes back on claims that non-Albertans can obtain special ballots

  21-09-2026 03:23 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Elections Alberta is responding to growing online claims that people who do not live in Alberta can obtain special ballots for the province’s upcoming referendum, saying special-ballot applications are subject to multiple verification steps before a ballot is issued.In a series of social-media posts over the weekend, the independent election agency rejected allegations that anyone in Canada can simply request and receive a special ballot by completing an online application.“Without
  
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• Mail-in ballot error affects 313 voters as referendum applications near 520,000

  18-09-2026 20:06 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Elections Alberta says a production issue affecting some mail-in referendum voting packages has been identified and corrected as the number of special-ballot applications continues to climb.In a Sept. 18 news release, the independent election agency said it has received nearly 520,000 special-ballot applications ahead of Alberta’s Oct. 19 referendum. More than 330,000 ballots have been mailed to electors and more than 24,000 completed special-ballot packages have been returned and approve
  
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