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Town of Bonnyville in discussion on cannabis regulations

Town of Bonnyville in discussion on cannabis regulations

The Town of Bonnyville has continued their conversation around the sale and consumption of recreational marijuana. During their April 10 council meeting, the discussion was around the business, community standards, and smoking bylaws.
Scotsman, fur trader, game changer

Scotsman, fur trader, game changer

Angus Shaw was a Scotsman employed as a fur trader in Canada by the North West Company, and in 1789, he made a discovery that would be a game changer for the region.
Hard work and perseverance pays off for local author

Hard work and perseverance pays off for local author

Holly Ducarte has proven that being an underdog writer and everyday challenges can’t stop her passion for story telling.
Standing together for a virtuous cause

Standing together for a virtuous cause

It all started as an initiative to provide better opportunities for children on the spectrum.
Local teacher nominated for provincial recognition

Local teacher nominated for provincial recognition

A local teacher is left speechless after being nominated for a provincial award. Colby Bowers is new to the world of teaching, but it doesn’t show. After just eight months of instructing Physical Education at H.E. Bourgoin (H.E.B.
Once a fighter, always a fighter

Once a fighter, always a fighter

“I’m the luckiest man alive.” Albert Boratynec is a 78-year-old farmer living in the County of St. Paul. On Valentine’s Day in 2011, he was diagnosed with colon cancer.
Fire believed to be arson

Fire believed to be arson

The fire that destroyed a 49 Ave. home is believed to be caused by an arsonist. Bonnyville RCMP confirmed on Friday (April 5) they have been investigating the fire that broke out at about 1 a.m. on Wednesday, April 4.
Chamber hosts AGM

Chamber hosts AGM

The work and membership of the Bonnyville and District Chamber of Commerce is continuing to grow. On Wednesday, March 28, the local chamber of commerce celebrated a successful 2017, and started their work on the upcoming year.
Local sentenced to 90 days for assault

Local sentenced to 90 days for assault

A local man was sentenced to 90 days in custody after assaulting his mother in their Kehewin home. Billy Joe McCarthy stood before Honourable Judge Kathleen Williams on Tuesday, April 3 in the Bonnyville Provincial Courthouse.

Town talks business with RABC

It was all about business as the Town of Bonnyville council learned more about the role of the Rural Alberta Business Centre (RABC).
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