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Prescription medication addictions on the rise

A leading Canadian drug rehabilitation organization released a new study last month that focuses on an alarming trend that has seen a significant increase in the number of individuals seeking help after becoming addicted to prescribed medication.

Locals step up to help out Filipino community

After Typhoon Haiyan devastated large parts of the Philippines, residents in Bonnyville have decided to step up and donate to the country as it starts to rebuild.

Bonnyville concerned by centralized EMS dispatch services

Issues over the centralization of ambulance dispatch services has caused communities throughout the province to voice their displeasure.

Council considers possible tax increase

Council made the decision to increase taxes by no more than 3.
Camera system catching school bus "fly-bys"

Camera system catching school bus "fly-bys"

Northern Lights School Division (NLSD) has turned to technology in an attempt to stop “fly-bys” throughout Bonnyville and the rest of the school division.
Glendon gets younger

Glendon gets younger

With municipal elections having come and gone, many municipalities throughout the province are now being run by notably younger mayors and councillors.

Town Council discusses 2014 budget

Bonnyville Town council held preliminary budget discussions at its regular meeting on Nov.12 going over the second draft of the 2014 budget.

AHS combats spread of measles after outbreak declared

Alberta Health Services is taking action against an outbreak of measles in the province that was declared on Oct. 18.
Town tackles traffic troubles

Town tackles traffic troubles

Mayor of Bonnyville Gene Sobolewski hosted what he hoped would be the “first of many” public discussions at the Shaw House last Wednesday, with roughly 20 local residents coming out to offer their opinions on how best to tackle the ongoing parking an

Councils call for an improved Highway 28

Convincing the provincial government to address the volume of traffic on and the condition of Highway 28 between Edmonton and Cold Lake continues to be a priority for municipalities located along the popular roadway. In August, St.
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