Cold Lake News

Prime Minister Mark Carney reaffirmed on Tuesday at a press conference in Halifax that his government would examine ways to adjust the planned purchase of 88 Lockheed Martin F-35 fighter jets if the Liberals win the upcoming general election on April 28. 

City of Cold Lake council discussed proposed amendments to its Arena and Athletic Field Use and Allocation Policy to ensure that bookings prioritize events that bring economic benefits to the community

Residents across the Lakeland region will likely see an increase in their property taxes this year, due to a provincial education tax hike. 

According to Nicole Garner, the communications and public relations manager for Northern Lights Public Schools, officials usually see three flybys per week across the division.

City of Cold Lake council approved financial support for a team participating in the Alberta 55 plus Games in Calgary. The team will be competing from April 10-13.  

On March 19, the Cold Lake High School (CLHS) Best Buddies program received a unique and educational presentation from the school's Envi-Royals Club as part of their Shark Ambassador program.  

City of Cold Lake council discussed two safety-related motions at their last regular council meeting, which included traffic calming measures on 1st Avenue and a proposal to add fencing around the Kinosoo Beach playground. 

The member of parliament for Lakeland and the member of the legislative assembly for Bonnyville-Cold Lake-St. Paul are both calling recent poll data showing increased support for pipelines across the country a positive development.

Squadrons from 4 Wing Cold Lake will be conducting night flying training over Cold Lake from March 24 until April 16.

During the Feb. 25 regular City of Cold Lake council meeting, a delegation addressed council regarding provincial legislation that had raised concerns among owners of GIO all-season mobility scooters.