Bonnyville News

Stories of hope, compassion, and of living fully are endless at the Bonnyville Community Cancer Clinic.

It started even before the Bonnyville Municipal Library began its springtime used-book sale – the number of patrons visiting the local library rose by 1,000 between February and March – and the library’s new manager hopes to see the trend continue.

Standing in the rain, Bonnyville high school students watched as a mock simulation of a vehicle collision unfolded and emergency first responders rushed to treat several teenage victims participating in the drill.

A temporary overnight closure of the Bonnyville Health Centre’s emergency department is scheduled to take effect from Thursday night to Friday morning, this week.

No matter what pasture you pass, you are bound to spot some small calves staying close to their mothers.

Alberta’s Minister of Transportation and Economic Corridors announced $5 million of government funding to plan improvements to Highway 28. Areas of focus will range from intersection upgrades to the addition of passing lanes. A twinned highway from Bonnyville to Cold Lake may also be in the cards.

A Kehewin mother has made the decision to walk over 300 km to raise awareness about Murdered and Missing Indigenous People. Wendy Watchmaker says she is walking for those who can’t, for her children and for the next generation.

Now that all the Rhinos volleyball teams have completed Premier 2 and 3 tournaments, teams from 12U up to 18U are preparing for Provincials slated for late April. Premier 3 results will dictate which division and pool teams will compete in later this month. 

When the snow begins to fly in the fall once again, those living or owning property in MD of Bonnyville hamlets will be responsible for clearing sidewalks adjacent to their property following council’s decision to shift the onus of snow and ice removal from the municipality to its hamlet residents.

The Bonnyville Jr. A Pontiacs’ 2022-23 season was marked by big changes but also large leaps. On April 19, the local Jr. A organization recognized the success of its players and said farewell to its graduating players.