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Jasper Wildfire Complex now classified as 'being held'

Jasper Wildfire Complex now classified as 'being held'

Jonathan Large, incident commander with Parks Canada, said “being held” means the 33,000-hectare fire isn’t expected to spread in any priority areas.
Jasper's burnt landscape could take more than a century to recover: wildfire expert

Jasper's burnt landscape could take more than a century to recover: wildfire expert

It could take more than a century for the freshly burned forest in Jasper National Park to regenerate into its previous postcard-perfect form, a wildfire expert says.
Property crime down, but break and enters up from April to June

Property crime down, but break and enters up from April to June

RCMP present stats and priorities to Athabasca town councillors
GALLERY: Blue Heron Rodeo and Fair

GALLERY: Blue Heron Rodeo and Fair

GALLERY - The Blue Heron Rodeo and Fair flooded Barrhead with an extravaganza of events and activities to entertain everyone who attended.
AUGUST 17 ROAD REPORT: Town and Country road conditions and cams

AUGUST 17 ROAD REPORT: Town and Country road conditions and cams

Get a look at your commute - click for up-to-date conditions map and road cameras
'Tears of gratitude': Jasper mayor describes reaction of residents being greeted at town entrance

'Tears of gratitude': Jasper mayor describes reaction of residents being greeted at town entrance

While many of Jasper’s buildings had disappeared, Mayor Richard Ireland said it wouldn’t change the core character of the community, noting that the people and the attitude would return in time.
Miette Hot Springs in Jasper National Park reopening on Sunday

Miette Hot Springs in Jasper National Park reopening on Sunday

Miette Hot Springs Bungalows, near the hot springs, and Miette Mountain Cabins, located at the junction of Highway 16 and Miette Road, may also reopen the same day.
Westlock's Crime Severity Index jumps 61 per cent: Here's why say RCMP

Westlock's Crime Severity Index jumps 61 per cent: Here's why say RCMP

Westlock RCMP S/Sgt. Jeff Sehn provides Westlock County an update on area crime stats.
Jasper re-entry: Over 500 households visit support centre

Jasper re-entry: Over 500 households visit support centre

"There is great attendance by both service providers, and [we] have exceeded our expectations for attendance from residents from the Jasper townsite, so we're really pleased about that."
How did we get here? A Jasper wildfires timeline

How did we get here? A Jasper wildfires timeline

Today, the first evacuated residents return to the Jasper townsite. Here’s a timeline of the heartbreaking and historic events that happened while they were gone.
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