Edmonton Riverboat passengers rescued overnight by firefighters
Hundreds of passengers were stuck on the Edmonton Riverboat Saturday night, after it was unable to dock due to the fast current in the river. Continue reading
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Edmonton council won’t explore permanent beaches along North Saskatchewan River
There won’t be permanent beaches set up along the banks of the North Saskatchewan River anytime soon. Continue reading
E. coli, sharp objects and slippery surfaces among Accidental Beach risks: city
The City of Edmonton and Alberta Health Services are warning about the potential risks of using Accidental Beach. Continue reading
Accidental Beach under water due to high North Saskatchewan River streamflow
The popular Accidental Beach sandbar on the North Saskatchewan River is now submerged, due to the water level rising quickly this week. Continue reading
New rules for Accidental Beach now in effect
By Scott Johnston Reporter
Ahead of the long weekend, City of Edmonton crews put in place the parking restrictions and a speed limit change on 98 Avenue for Accidental Beach. Continue reading
City prepares for Accidental Beach by implementing parking, garbage, enforcement changes
If an accidental, but very popular, summer attraction emerges again in Edmonton’s river valley this summer, the city has put some mitigation measures in place to address concerns. Continue reading
Edmonton’s Accidental Beach is on probation: Mayor Don Iveson
The city is continuing to discuss the possibility of constructing a permanent beach in one of several areas in the river valley after the popularity of Accidental Beach last year. Continue reading
Edmonton to consider proposals for creating permanent beach for sun lovers on North Saskatchewan River
In response to the popularity of Accidental Beach, a large stretch of sand that appeared in Edmonton’s river valley last year, the city is considering constructing a permanent beach in one of several possible areas in the river valley. Continue reading
Edmonton’s Accidental Beach making a comeback
Over the past couple of weeks, a sandbar has begun to emerge at Edmonton’s Accidental Beach. Continue reading
Local guide puts Edmonton’s lesser-known attractions on the map
A new local guide maps out 45 lesser-known gems in Edmonton. The creator was spurred on by a relatively unflattering review of the city in Lonely Planet’s latest guide. Continue reading