River Valley
Edmonton police investigating theft of 123 memorial plaques along the river valley
By Chris Chacon Digital Journalist
A total of 123 memorial plaques were taken from benches on Victoria promenade between 116 and 120 streets, and in the river valley. Continue reading
Edmonton gondola backers ready to tell city councillors they ‘have the money to move forward’
By Scott Johnston Reporter
The head of Prairie Sky Gondola projects that if the service is approved in Edmonton, it would see 637,000 customers in its first year of operation. Continue reading
Edmonton river valley renewal project raises questions about Fox Drive stairs accessibility
By Vinesh Pratap Reporter
An Edmonton river valley renewal project is raising questions about accessibility of the Grandview Heights Stairs, which is also known as the Fox Drive Stairs. Continue reading
Nature Conservancy of Canada looking to reconnect Edmontonians with nature
By Kirby Bourne Digital Content Coordinator
In an effort to get people outside more to connect with their city, the Nature Conservancy of Canada is looking for Edmonton’s best nature spots. Continue reading
Company behind Edmonton gondola project would incorporate Rossdale power plant
The company behind the proposed Prairie Sky Gondola project in Edmonton’s river valley says it wants to build a major station adjacent to the Rossdale power plant. Continue reading
50-km Mountain Man race winds through Edmonton river valley
By Margeaux Maron Community Reporter
“They’ve been training three to four months — some of them have been training for a year — in order to get ready for this event,” said Maj. Nathan Korpal. Continue reading
Commonwealth Walkway set to open in Edmonton
By Breanna Karstens-Smith Anchor/Reporter
An interactive walkway meant as a tribute to Queen Elizabeth 2 will open in Edmonton on Sept. 7. Continue reading
Injured mystery man who arrived at Alberta hospital with amnesia identified
A man who showed up at a hospital in southern Alberta suffering from amnesia has been identified. Continue reading
Garter snake population ‘healthy’ around Saskatoon
By Nicole Stillger Reporter
More than 3,500 species of snakes exist in the world — nine of which can be found in Saskatchewan. In Saskatoon, the plains garter snake is most common. Continue reading
Several low-lying Edmonton river valley trails closed due to high water levels
By Kirby Bourne Digital Content Coordinator
The high amount of rainfall over the past few days has caused water from the North Saskatchewan to spill onto trails next to the river. Continue reading