Cold Lake schools and businesses placed on lockdown after reports of man with firearm

Police initiated emergency lockdowns for schools and businesses in Cold Lake at approximately 10 a.m. during a firearms investigation on Sept. 29.

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Positions still available for referendum workers, returning officer now in place for Bonnyville-Cold Lake-St. Paul

Positions remain open for referendum workers across Alberta, though a returning officer has now been appointed for the Bonnyville-Cold Lake-St. Paul electoral division.

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Businesses, agencies network in Elk Point

ELK POINT – The first Business Networking meeting for Elk Point and District Chamber of Commerce was small in attendance but long in discussions, with Bob Bezpalko of Alberta HUB, Linda Sallstrom of STEP, Penny Fox of Community Futures and Mor

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Town of Bonnyville council authorizes $1.2 million for southeast lift station upgrades

Bonnyville town council passed a motion at the Sept. 21 regular meeting authorizing additional funding for the southeast lift station project as tender bids came over the original budgeted amount.

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Rig welders raise rates in face of escalating costs

Businesses in the Lakeland are waiting to see what the oil companies do before deciding whether they will accept the increased rate rig welders are asking for.

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GALLERY: Frog Lake First Nation celebrate 150 years of Treaty Six with powwow

FROG LAKE – Singers, dummers, and dancers from across Canada and the United States, donning their colourful regalia, came together on Sept. 26 to celebrate 150 years of Treaty Six.

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No signs of infestation after dead Norway rat found in Bowden home

Rat Control Program team is working with the homeowner to monitor for the presence of additional rats

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Jury rejects self-defense claim in 2024 Frog Lake shooting death

A jury in St. Paul found Gerald Lagimodiere guilty of second-degree murder for the fatal shooting of Kevin Buffalo on the Frog Lake First Nation.

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OPINION: Our world turns golden again as October arrives

Some mine for gold in the Northwest Territories, some dive under the frigid waters of the Arctic to seek it out, but here and now, we only have to look out our windows and glory in the view as the scenery turns to gold across hills and valleys in the annual celebration of the arrival of autumn.

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Alberta Decides: Who supports separation and the nine questions?

A poll from Probe Research shows Albertans aren't keen on anything they're voting on in October

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St. Paul soccer facilities society receives $160,000 for Reunion Station expansion and repairs

The St. Paul Soccer Facilities and Services Society will receive a $160,000 provincial grant to help repair and expand the sport support building at Reunion Station.

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SPAA cross country running competition takes place under sunny fall skies

Ideal fall weather greeted runners from Grade 6 to Grade 12 during the SPAA cross country championships held at Ross Lake.

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Report alleges major failures in COVID-19 outbreak at Cargill plant

The 2020 COVID-19 outbreak at a High River meat processing plant was was the result of regulatory failures, according to a new report.

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Experts question need for proof of citizenship in Alberta elections

The Alberta government is asking voters in fall referendum if proof of citizenship should be required to vote in provincial elections.

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An Alberta county's council won’t vote on separation issue

“Taking positions on issues outside the municipal mandate can unnecessarily politicize municipal government, divide councils and communities, and distract from the local priorities residents elected council to address," reeve says

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Residents concerned with dust and speeding on County roads during Highway 41 closure

Residents along County of St. Paul roads are raising concerns about dust and speeding violations as drivers seek alternate routes around the temporary closure of Highway 41.

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Highfield buys Alberta’s two major horse racetracks

Highfield Investment Group purchases Century Downs and Century Mile for more than $23 million.

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Nenshi promotes new relationship with municipalities, blasts referendum in ABMunis speech

Alberta NDP leader Naheed Nenshi accused the current provincial government of treating municipalities with contempt during his speech at the Alberta Municipalities AGM, something he says will change if the NDP wins the next election

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Harvesting energy rich silage in the MD of Bonnyville

Members of the Kaliniski crew were busy harvesting silage near Ardmore on Sept. 16. The benefits of hay and grain silage for livestock feed were outlined and the step by step process was explained in detail.

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'Babs is taking everything': Heat on new Oilers coach takes media glare off players

EDMONTON — Mike Babcock’s hiring by the Edmonton Oilers has been a distraction in more ways that one. It created a storm of controversy because of his history. A storm reignited by Oilers legend Mark Messier saying he was “horrified” by the hiring.

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Premiers keeping cards close on constitutional changes pitched in Alberta referendum

EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's counterparts across the country are keeping their cards close to their chest on where they stand on the major constitutional reforms Smith is sending to a provincewide vote next month.

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Canadian Forever leader declares ‘courage shines’ in Innisfail

Thomas Lukaszuk reacts to Central Alberta municipality’s motion to support Alberta remaining in Canada

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Bonnyville Friendship Centre hosts Alberta Native Friendship Centres Association Annual General Gathering

An estimated crowd of 200 people attended the Alberta Native Friendship Centres Association gala in Bonnyville on Sept. 19.

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Recycling coming to County, Town of Elk Point

Residents in the County of St. Paul and the Town of Elk Point will soon have access to a new recycling program designed to reduce landfill waste.

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Town of Bonnyville highest electricity distribution rates in the province

Bonnyville Mayor Elisa Brosseau says residents and businesses in the region are paying as much as five times more in electricity distribution costs than their counterparts elsewhere in Alberta, and she is advocating for fairness to the provincial government

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Premiers keeping cards close on constitutional changes pitched in Alberta referendum

EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's counterparts across the country are keeping their cards close to their chest on where they stand on the major constitutional reforms Smith is sending to a provincewide vote next month.

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Lac La Biche County reminds residents to trim overhanging tree branches

According to the County, these can obstruct public roads and pedestrian paths, and make traffic signs more difficult to see.

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A.G. Ross arena ice is in, bring on the action

ELK POINT – The ice is in for the 2026-27 season at Elk Point’s A. G. Ross Arena, and there is a busy schedule ahead of learning new skills as skaters and hockey teams get ready for a new season.

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Cold Lake moves to formalize batting cage agreement at Imperial Park

A longstanding handshake arrangement governing the batting cages at Imperial Park could soon be replaced with a formal agreement outlining who owns, maintains and assumes responsibility for the facility.

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Parks Canada seeks public's help in Lake Louise graffiti investigation

Anyone with information that may assist with the investigation is asked to contact Banff National Park Dispatch at 403‑762‑1470.

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