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St. Paul councillor calls ABMA membership fees ‘insulting’

A town of St. Paul councillor has criticized the proposed membership fees for the Alberta Bilingual Municipal Association, calling them unfair to smaller municipalities. ABMA...

Vandalism suspected in 60,000 litre oil spill south of Cold Lake

A suspected act of vandalism led to the release of 60,000 litres of crude oil from a Check Energy Ltd. well site, about 26...

NLPS approved for pre-planning funds for Buffalo Lake Métis Settlement school

The Northern Lights Public Schools Board of Trustees has been approved for pre-planning funds to build a new school on Buffalo Lake Métis Settlement. "We...

Bonnyville’s easter egg hunt promises family fun

The town of Bonnyville is hosting a North of Expected Easter Egg Hunt from April 14 to 17, offering families a fun-filled adventure across...

Saddle Lake RCMP seize stolen firearms and arrest four in weapons investigation

A firearms complaint in Saddle Lake led to the arrests and recovery of three stolen weapons, two of which had been modified into prohibited...

RCMP seize stolen property over 30 firearms in Smoky Lake investigation

Smoky Lake RCMP have seized multiple stolen items and more than 30 firearms following an investigation that utilized various techniques including a bait trap. According...

Winter weather returns to the Lakeland region

Environment Canada is warning that winter weather is returning to the Lakeland region, bringing snow and winter road conditions from tonight till Friday as...

ASIRT investigating in-custody death in St. Paul

An investigation is underway after a man died while in police custody in St. Paul. According to the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT), St....

Two suspects arrested after police pursuit in Bonnyville

Bonnyville RCMP arrested two men following a foot chase on March 19 after officers observed suspicious activity involving a stolen UTV on the Iron...

Annette Hobart honored with King Charles III Coronation Medal

A long-time advocate for Indigenous representation in the oil and gas sector, Annette Hobart has been awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal in...

Elk Point RCMP seek public assistance in break and enter investigation

Elk Point RCMP are asking for the public's help in identifying individuals believed to be involved in a break and enter at a business...

Town of St. Paul encourages businesses to improve handicap parking signage

The town of St. Paul is urging businesses to install off-the-ground handicap parking signs to ensure better visibility, particularly during winter months. During the March...

County of St. Paul commits $14,000 annually to STARS Air Ambulance

St. Paul county council has approved a standing motion to provide $14,000 annually to STARS Air Ambulance, ensuring continued support for the emergency medical...

ASIRT clears RCMP officers in fatal Cold Lake First Nations shooting

The two RCMP officers involved in a fatal shooting on Cold Lake First Nations in 2023 acted reasonably, according to a report released by...

M.D. approves size exception for LSC Industrial property

The M.D. of Bonnyville council has approved a development permit for a size exception for the property used by LSC Industrial. The business located two...

NLPS moves forward on plans to address infrastructure challenges at three Cold Lake schools

The Northern Lights Public Schools Board of Trustees moves forward with plans to address infrastructure challenges at Art Smith Academy, North Star Elementary, and...

Cold Lake homeowners face tax increase despite lower property assessments

Cold Lake residents have received their 2025 property assessments, and while some properties may be assessed at lower amount, homeowners may still see an...

Snowfall warning issued for the Lakeland area

A snowfall warning is in effect for the Lakeland region with heavy snow expected throughout the day. According to Environment Canada, snowfall will begin early...

Lakeland Catholic School Division Superintendent Sheldon Germain Receives King Charles III Coronation Medal

Lakeland Catholic School Division Superintendent Sheldon Germain, has been awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal for his outstanding contributions to public service in...

Cold Lake council seeks support for rural bus service funding

At the February 25 Cold Lake council meeting, the city revisited a request from Cold Shot Bus Service for municipal funding to support rural...

Cold Lake RCMP charge Cherry Grove man with sexual offences involving minors

Cold Lake RCMP have charged a Cherry Grove resident with multiple sexual offences following an investigation into allegations involving two victims under the age...

Thrills, spills and snow Skijoring for MS returns to Cold Lake for its fourth year

Excitement is building as Skijoring for MS returns for its fourth year to Cold Lake Exhibition Park Saturday. The event blends horseback riding with...

St. Paul delays Intermunicipal Area Structure Plan after public concerns

The town of St. Paul has delayed the second and third readings of the proposed St. Paul North Intermunicipal Area Structure Plan (ASP) following...

Two arrested after attempted escape from Bonnyville RCMP

Two men were arrested in Bonnyville after attempting to flee from police during a roadside check on February 24. During the lunch hour, an RCMP...
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