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Alberta men involved in fatal shooting of Métis hunters lose conviction appeals

Alberta men involved in fatal shooting of Métis hunters lose conviction appeals

Two Alberta men found guilty in the fatal shooting of two Métis hunters have lost appeals of their convictions.
Bonnyville library bustling for comic book day

Bonnyville library bustling for comic book day

On May 4, the Bonnyville Municipal Library held a free community event to celebrate Free Comic Book Day.
"That kind of hopelessness": loss of rural services fuelling social problems

"That kind of hopelessness": loss of rural services fuelling social problems

Throughout the pandemic, provincially funded social supports were scaled back in rural Alberta. Services were consolidated. In-person offices closed. And long-running programs abruptly ended.
Traffic stop leads to seizure of firearm, drugs

Traffic stop leads to seizure of firearm, drugs

Bonnyville RCMP seized a firearm, brass knuckles and cocaine following a traffic stop near Kehewin on April 24.
Cold Lake First Nations John N.A. Janvier School hosts first MMIP walk

Cold Lake First Nations John N.A. Janvier School hosts first MMIP walk

Cold Lake First Nation’s John N.A. Janvier School hosted its first Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) Awareness Walk on May 3.
RCAF celebrates centennial with unveiling of CF-18 Hornet demonstration team aircraft at 4 Wing Cold Lake

RCAF celebrates centennial with unveiling of CF-18 Hornet demonstration team aircraft at 4 Wing Cold Lake

The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) is celebrating its centennial year, which included the unveiling of the 2024 CF-18 Hornet Demonstration Team aircraft at 4 Wing Cold Lake on May 3. 
Tangled Threads Quilt Guild impresses with handmade creations in Bonnyville

Tangled Threads Quilt Guild impresses with handmade creations in Bonnyville

On May 4 and 5, the Tangled Threads Quilt Guild held a quilt show at the Bonnyville Seniors Centre McGregor Hall.
Keeping it clean for the region: Lac La Biche's Cadzow hospital highlights equipment repurposing unit

Keeping it clean for the region: Lac La Biche's Cadzow hospital highlights equipment repurposing unit

Equipment cleaned and transported back to hospitals in Athaasca, Boyle and Smoky Lake
‘Mermaid’ to ‘Matilda’ – Theatre Project originator’s dream fulfilled

‘Mermaid’ to ‘Matilda’ – Theatre Project originator’s dream fulfilled

“That’s not right!” is the signature expression of the young and determined heroine of Roald Dahl’s ‘Matilda The Musical Jr.
Mannawanis executive director steps away after 15 years at the helm

Mannawanis executive director steps away after 15 years at the helm

A well-known face in the community is leaving the Mannawanis Native Friendship Centre (MNFC) after 15 years of being its executive director. Hinano Rosa expressed his thanks to the community he has called home for many years.
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