A new City of Edmonton report that sums up how the river valley funicular fared in its first year of operation, found the mode of transport, which involves a track on an inclined slope, “has proven to be a popular destination” but also faced a number of challenges. Continue reading →

70 people took part in the Rucksack March for Remembrance Saturday with proceeds raised going to Wounded Warriors Canada. Continue reading →

It officially opened to drivers and pedestrians last year but on Thursday evening, the City of Edmonton held a grand opening for the Walterdale Bridge now that the final trail system around the bridge has been opened to the public. Continue reading →

Rain and cooler temperatures force the cancellation of Epcor RiverFest Sunday. Continue reading →

A report going to the city’s urban planning committee Tuesday recommends further study into the possibility of stringing urban cable cars across the North Saskatchewan River. Continue reading →

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 →

Following city administration’s presentation of a report to Executive Committee on Monday about the status of Edmonton’s river valley trail closures and cautions, Mayor Don Iveson sounded confident that a popular stretch of trail near the Walterdale Bridge will reopen some time this year. Continue reading →

Edmonton’s river valley was a lot brighter Thursday morning as lights on the Walterdale Bridge’s arches were turned on. Continue reading →