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COVID-19 UPDATE: June 2
On June 2, Alberta Health Services confirmed 13 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 7,057. It was also reported that there were no deaths in the last 24 hours.
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Mackenzie County residents affected by flooding can still apply for emergency funding
Anyone who was forced to leave town due to spring flooding can still apply for money from the province, but time is running out. People have until this Friday at 5:00 PM to submit their request. The
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COVID-19 testing available for everyone
Peace and Mackenzie region residents can now get tested for COVID-19. Last week, Chief Medical Officer of Health, Doctor Deena Hinshaw announced that testing would be expanded for all Albertans, whether they are symptomatic or not. You
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COVID-19 UPDATE: June 1
On June 1, Alberta Health Services confirmed 34 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 7,044. It was also reported that there were no deaths in the last 24 hours.
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Female facing charges after being pulled over by Fort Vermilion RCMP over the weekend
A 59-year-old woman is facing three charges after being pulled over by police officers this past Saturday. At around 7:10 PM, an officer saw a vehicle being driven erratically on Highway 697 towards LaCrete. According to officers,
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MP Warkentin says NDP sold democracy for very little
The Member of Parliament for Grande Prairie-Mackenzie is shaking his head at the federal NDP. Chris Warkentin says the new democrats agreed to prop up the liberal minority to extend the suspension of Parliament until at least
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Pride Week Events In Peace River
Even though there can’t be any large public gatherings right now, the Peace River Pride Society is still celebrating pride week. Pride Society member Autumn Hulme says the support they’ve received from the community has been growing
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RCMP Investigating Property Crimes Throughout Mackenzie
Fort Vermilion RCMP say they’re investigating a string of property Crimes that have happened throughout Mackenzie County over the last week. The first incident was a break-in happened on either Wednesday night or Thursday morning at the
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UPDATE: Missing 13-year-old boy found
UPDATE: Missing 13-year-old boy found The Peace Regional RCMP says 13-year Brandon Durant was safely located this evening. The detachment thanks the public for its help. – Kenny Trenton, Trending 55 Newsroom RCMP looking for missing teenager
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RCMP looking for missing teenager
The Peace Regional RCMP is looking for a missing 13-year-old boy. According to the detachment, Brandon Durant of Peace River was last seen at around 5:30 this morning on 95 Street in the north end of town.
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RCMP catches suspects involved in shooting incident in High Prairie
The Mounties found the suspects they were looking for. According to a release from the High Prairie RCMP, the three people involved in an early morning shooting are in custody. Shots fired in High Prairie, RCMP asking
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Shots fired in High Prairie, RCMP asking public to stay home and avoid northwest part of town
Police in High Prairie are urging people to stay home, lock their doors, and avoid certain parts of town. According to a post on High Prairie’s Town Council page on behalf of Mayor, Brian Panasiuk, he was
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Justice Minister and Solicitor General talks about Bill 16, responds to NDP claim that ministers were unavailable to answer questions
Justice Minister and Solicitor General, Doug Schweitzer spoke with the Trending 55 Newsroom about Bill 16, introduced in the legislature this week. Schweitzer explains this legislation comes from months of consultations with rural residents about tackling crime.
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COVID-19 UPDATE: May 29
On May 29, Alberta Health Services confirmed 22 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 6,977. It was also reported that two people passed away in the last 24 hours.
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Lesser Slave Lake MLA Pat Rehn talks about a fair deal, and thanks residents for efforts on containing COVID-19
The Trending 55 Newsroom catches up with Lesser Slave Lake MLA, Pat Rehn about the province’s pursuit of a fair deal in confederation. Rehn also thanks his constituents for doing their part to help limit the spread
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Road Construction Underway In Big Lakes County
Road construction season has started in Big Lakes County. The Province announced a number of infrastructure improvements earlier this month in response to the recession brought on by the pandemic. The list of what work is being
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John D’or Prairie Man In Custody After Alleged Shooting
Fort Vermilion RCMP have a man from John D’or Prairie in custody after an alleged shooting that happened early yesterday morning. Officers were dispatched to a 9-1-1 call just after 1 AM from a victim who had
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COVID-19 UPDATE: May 28
On May 28, Alberta Health Services confirmed 29 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 6,955. It was also reported that two people passed away in the last 24 hours.143
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Majority of poll voters worried about Biden’s promise to cancel Keystone XL Pipeline if elected US President
Over 68 percent of voters to the Trending 55 Poll of the Week are concerned about a promise made by an American presidential candidate. Democratic candidate, Joe Biden says if he becomes president in November, he would
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MP Viersen frustrated that NDP helping liberals extend adjournment period
The MP for Peace River-Westlock is wondering what the New Democratic Party received in exchange for suspending Parliament until September. “If you are going to ask Justin Trudeau for money, I think you are likely to get
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Mercer Altering Plans For Boiler Maintenance
The Mercer Pulp mill in Peace River has had to make some changes to their maintenance plans. A major rebuild for the recovery boiler was planned to start in late June and run until early November, but
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COVID-19 UPDATE: May 27
On May 27, Alberta Health Services confirmed 25 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 6,926. It was also reported that two people passed away in the last 24 hours.141
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Fire bans in three Peace Region jurisdictions downgraded to advisories
Yesterday, the province announced fire bans in most area of the province had been downgraded to advisories. The only exceptions were the counties of: Saddle Hills, Clear Hills, Birch Hills, the County of Grande Prairie, and the
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Virtual exhibit at Mackenzie Crossroads Museum and Visitor Centre highlights events around last year’s wildfire
The Town of High Level has put together an exhibit where people can celebrate the overcoming of the Chuckegg Creek wildfire. An evacuation order was issued for the town on May 20, 2019 and the growing fire
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COVID-19 UPDATE: May 26
On May 26, Alberta Health Services confirmed 22 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 6,901. It was also reported that one person passed away in the last 24 hours.139
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Alberta Health Services to hold “Community Conversation” for northern residents
Alberta Health Services and the True North Health Advisory Council want to update the people of Mackenzie County and surrounding areas. That is why they are collaborating to hold a community conversation on Wednesday, May 27. The
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Fire bans now changed to advisories in many areas of the northwest
The Peace and Mackenzie regions have seen their fair share of rainfall over the last week. That is why the province says the fire bans issues have been downgraded to advisories, which applies to the forest protection
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High Level firefighters resume outdoor training
The High Level Fire Department is taking advantage of the easing of public health guidelines to get some outdoor training done. Earlier this month, the province announced that outdoor gatherings up to a maximum of 50 people
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COVID-19 UPDATE: May 25
On May 25, Alberta Health Services confirmed 19 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 6,879. It was also reported that three people passed away in the last 24 hours.138
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High Prairie RCMP looking for suspect in shooting
The High Prairie RCMP is investigating a shooting that happened on the Peavine Metis Settlement. Police responded to a call of an injured male in the community on Saturday at around 6:30 PM. The victim had what
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