Tuesday, August 8th
- Human remains found near Fort Vermilion.
Confirmed to be missing person Melinda Auger. - Terry Hogan has been announced as the new Principal at Holy Family School in Grimshaw.
Spent 8 years as Vice Principal at Good Sheppard in Peace River, and last year was the Principal at Georges P. Vanier in Donnelly. - Major News Outlets in Canada are asking for an investigation into Meta blocking news outlets on Facebook & Instagram.
The group is asking the Competition Bureau to prioritize the urgent request. - Elon Musk revealed over the long weekend that he may end up needing surgery after MRI on his neck and back.
It could effect the potential charity cage match that’s been discussed with Meta rival Mark Zuckerberg. - About 300 people were stranded on top of a mountain in Banff last night after issues with the Gondola.
They had to sleep in a park lookout facility. A power outage was to blame. - The largest search in 50 years for the Loch Ness Monster will take place at the end of the month.
They plan to use drones for thermal imaging. - Sinead O’Connor’s funeral took place in her hometown in Ireland today.
After a private memorial service, crowds of people showed up to show their support during her procession. - Sandra Bullock’s partner Bryan Randall passed away over the weekend.
It happened after a 3-year battle with ALS. - Barbie passed one billion, only the 53rd movie in history to hit that mark.
It’s also the most successful film by a female director. (Greta Gerwig) - Peace River Stampeders will travel back to Rycroft to complete game 2 on Wednesday.
It was postponed last night due to darkness, with the stamps leading 4-2 after 5. - Toronto Blue Jays going for 5 wins in a row when they play Cleveland tonight.
The Jays are in the final Wild Card spot, 3 games ahead of Seattle.