The Marguerite River fire near suncor is still being held.
The 330 square kilometre blaze is close to Suncor's firebag project.
The wildfire risk in our region is now high.

Around 1:00 am, on July 29th, 2010, the Wood Buffalo RCMP responded to the J. Howard Pew Memorial Park located at 9400 McCormick Drive in Waterways where it was reported that a female youth had been stabbed.

It is alleged that a verbal altercation occurred between several individuals that resulted in the female youth being stabbed in the abdomen. The female was transported to the Northern Lights Regional Hospital with life threatening injuries.

The Police Dog Services was called to assist with the investigation. After a short track, three individuals were located in the wooded area northwest of the park and were taken into police custody.

With the assistance of the Wood Buffalo RCMP Forensic Identification Unit and Persons Crime Unit, the investigation continues.

Breanna Celeste Bentley, age 18, of Fort McMurray, AB has been charged with one count each of Aggravated Assault, Assault with a weapon, and Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. She was brought before a Justice of the Peace and has been released on a no cash bail Recognizance with several conditions. She is scheduled to make her first court appearance in Fort McMurray Provincial Court on August 4th, 2010 at 1:30 pm.

The female victim, has since been stabilized, and remains in the hospital in stable condition.

Forecast weather conditions in northern Alberta are expected to create
potential health risks for some residents. High temperatures and stagnant air could result in
reduced air quality over the next few days.

"The quality of air at present is not a health hazard for those in good health. However, people
with asthma, bronchitis or emphysema should monitor their reactions and take any preventative
measures their physicians have previously recommended," advises Dr. Albert de Villiers
Medical Officer of Health, Alberta Health Services. "People who experience difficulty breathing
should consult their physicians."
Dr. de Villiers also recommends when individuals with respiratory conditions note a worsening
of symptoms when outside, they should remain indoors, keep their windows closed and limit
outdoor physical activity.

Studies show a wide variety of health effects caused from poor air quality. Short-term exposure
can result in eye, nose and throat irritation, coughing and headaches.
Children, the elderly and people with respiratory and heart problems, asthma and lung disease
are at the highest risk. Also at risk are healthy adults exercising and working outdoors for long
periods of time. Exposure to poor air quality can lead to increased hospital admissions and even
premature death.

In co-operation with Alberta Environment, Alberta Health Services will continue to monitor the
air quality in the north. The air quality index (AQI) rating can fluctuate over time. This advisory is
in effect until further notice.
Current air quality and the AQI can be accessed at Alberta Environment's website at
www.environment.alberta.ca/index.html, click on Current Air Quality or by calling 1-877-247-
7333.

Residents can contact Health Link Alberta to speak to a registered nurse 24 hours a day, seven
days a week toll-free at 1-866-408-LINK (5465).
Alberta Health Services is the provincial health authority responsible for planning and delivering
health supports and services for more than 3.7 million adults and children living in Alberta. Its
mission is to provide a patient-focused, quality health system that is accessible and sustainable
for all Albertans.

The 5th annual Justin Slade Memorial Gold Tournament, Dinner and Silent Auction will be happening on Thursday, August 12 and Friday, August 13. This organization is detrimental to the community to empower young people to make better life choices and express themselves in a positive way. The McMurray Newfoundlanders Golf Tournament has merged with them this year to make the event even bigger and better than any other year so far! They are looking for golfers to support this honorable cause and participate in all of the excitement! Registration is $150 per person or $600 for an entire team! These fess include 18 holes of golf at Miskanaw Golf Course, a golf shirt for each player, a golf cart AND dinner!!
Starting the night of the 12th at 8:00pm will be the Silent Auction, Team Designation and Hole Assignment which will take place at Newfie Club. Carrying on until Friday, morning at 8:00am when the golf tournament will commence followed by dinner and distribution of prizes!
To participate and help out the local organization dedicated to helping the future of our community, contact Mike Flett at 780-713-2538.

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