Wednesday June 28th
- PR RCMP have warrants out for 32 year-old Kyle Ominayak of Cadotte Lake.
Authorities say Do Not Approach, and call with information. Descriptions and photos are on the App. - RCMP in Peace River are investigating an attempted theft from a home last week.
A person using what appeared to be bolt cutters and attempted to steal a bike from a residence on 102nd street. - Two people from Slave Lake and one person from Faust are facing robbery, assault and theft charges.
Police also have a warrant for the arrest of a fourth person also from Slave Lake. - East Prairie fire is now Being Held.
The fire in this area has been burning since the beginning of May. - The Federal Government has earmarked over $9 million dollars into 23 organizations across the Peace and Mackenzie Regions.
This money is for the supporting of tourism, community economic development, innovation and economic growth. - Municipal Councils meet today…
Big Lakes County (AM), Town of Manning (PM), and Town Grimshaw (PM) - Alberta’s N-D-P is accusing Premier Danielle Smith of concealing the latest data on opioid-related deaths until after last month’s provincial election.
Stats show 179 people died from drug poisoning in April — the highest number in a single month. - There are two games tonight in the Wheatbelt Baseball League.
Peace River is in Rycroft and Manning is at home to Grimshaw. - The Toronto Blue Jays continue their series with San Fransisco tonight.
The Jays dropped a 3-0 decision in the opener last night. - The first round of the NHL draft takes place tonight.
The Chicago Blackhawks are expected to take Connor Bedard with the first overall pick.
Montreal picks 5th, Vancouver picks 11th, Calgary picks 16th, Winnipeg picks 18th, and Toronto picks 28th. Edmonton and Ottawa start their picks tomorrow. - Heat Warning in place for Peace and Mackenzie regions.
Cooling off with a chance of showers for the long weekend.
