Sunday · Jun 28, 2026
Hit-and-run at Walsh's No Frills parking lot
hit-and-run in Walsh's No Frills parking lot (off Winterburn Rd) around 1:30–2pm on June 28. witness saw what hit the car. Crime Stoppers report number 250-M72262 if you've got info.
Cooking Lake Cologne Collection just dropped
someone made a joke about a 2026 Cooking Lake Cologne Collection and honestly it's the most Edmonton thing ever. OFF! brand mosquito repellent as luxury fragrance.
Mosquitoes absolutely relentless this week
mosquitoes are absolutely sending it right now. someone's out here trying to have a cigarette and getting shadow-boxed by a swarm. literally can't catch a break.
Public health inspectors stay with Alberta Health Services
Premier Smith reverses plan to move 300 health inspectors to government ministry, keeping them under Alberta Health Services to preserve union agreements and benefits.
Can you actually see Canada Day fireworks from Louise McKinney?
First time catching Canada Day fireworks and parking sounds like a nightmare, so planning to walk from the Ice District. Louise McKinney Park should have a decent...
Massive police escort tied up downtown this morning
Anyone know what went down at 142 Street and 107 Ave around 10:35 a.m.? Never seen that many cops blocking off roads at once. Pretty wild scene if you were downtown.
Mosquitoes are absolutely relentless at the river valley
Northeast River Valley Park yesterday was straight-up swarming. Like, rain has basically created the perfect breeding ground and they're out for blood. If you're planning any...
Atlantic Jazz Collective feat. Norma Winstone
Yardbird Suite
Heavy rain warning through Monday for central Alberta
Orange alert issued for Edmonton region as 70 to 90 mm of rain expected after weekend storms.
Riverhawks game turned into an impromptu wrestling party
Showed up to the Riverhawks game today knowing it'd get delayed, and yeah—the game got rained out around 3 p.m. But instead of just going home, they threw a wrestling ring on...
Four charged in St. Albert robbery spree
Two armed liquor store robberies and a clothing store theft occurred within two hours on June 26.
Edmonton breaks 112-year rainfall record
June total now exceeds 240 mm, shattering the 1914 mark. More rain expected through Monday.
Edmonton Stingers vs. Saskatoon Mamba
Edmonton EXPO Centre
Rain and mosquitoes teaming up to wreck Canada Day plans
Rain and mosquitoes have officially partnered to cancel everyone's Canada Day. What are you doing instead to avoid both?
Alberta Rigging Safety Council launches after tradesperson's death
New oversight body funded by $1.2 million creative sentence aims to prevent hoisting and rigging injuries after Red Seal journeyman Brandon Nelson died on the job in 2022.
Canada game watch party heating up downtown at Ice District
World Cup watch party for the Canada game is going down at the Ice District fan zone right now. Big screens, solid crowd, go Canada.
Schools advised to start substance use education in kindergarten
New framework recommends early prevention as substance-related deaths become the leading cause of mortality for Canadian youth aged 10 to 18.
Okotoks Dawgs at Energy City Cactus Rats
Myshak Metro Ballpark
Little Cats Lost adoption event at Pet Valu Namao today
Little Cats Lost is hosting an adoption event at Pet Valu Namao from 12 to 2pm today. Go meet some kittens.
Dungeons & Dragons rolls deep roots in Edmonton's pub scene
Local story referee Adam Waldron-Blain has built a thriving tabletop gaming community in the city, drawing strangers and seasoned players alike to Black Dog bar.
Big fraud cases nearly doubled in five years across Alberta
RCMP data shows high-value fraud jumped from 744 cases in 2022 to 1,471 in 2026, with extortion emerging as a growing threat.
Jurassic Quest - Edmonton
Edmonton EXPO Centre
Mosquitoes have officially won
They're the most active residents in Edmonton this summer. Everyone's complaining and we're not wrong.
Things to do in Edmonton this week: June 28 – July 4, 2026
Dinosaurs dominate the EXPO Centre, Gowan brings Canadian rock to Enoch, and a wet week makes indoor entertainment essential.
Who actually famous lives in Edmonton
People are asking who the notable figures are who actually call Edmonton home — outside of NHL players. Turns out there's a whole thread of answers.
Vehicle hits cyclist in Sherwood Park
Vehicle versus cyclist incident reported in Sherwood Park yesterday. Details still emerging.
Oilers face tough trade-off on Darnell Nurse's future
General manager Stan Bowman is caught between maximizing return on Nurse's trade request and the constraints of his limited cap room.
Spiders everywhere right now
Dozens of spiders just hatched in backyards across the city. At least they're eating mosquitos.
Council cuts parking rules to boost child care spaces
Daycare centres will need fewer parking spots and can open in more neighbourhoods under zoning changes approved Tuesday.
