Cold Lake News

“The bottom line is that the shelter is the safest place for anyone who needs a warm place to stay. Not only is it warm, but there is access to food and other supports that people can take advantage of," says City of Cold Lake Mayor Craig Copeland.

While many daycares in the Lakeland region report keeping their doors open on Jan. 30, several daycare centres in Alberta were closed as an act of protest due to challenges posed by the Alberta child care affordability grant. 

In a display of community support, Cold Lake First Nations recently organized a food drive at Sobeys in the City of Cold Lake on Feb. 3.  

In Cold Lake, there is a community of seniors defying the winter blues by engaging in the fast-paced and social sport of pickleball.

Students at Holy Cross Elementary School in Cold Lake put their scientific knowledge to the test during the school’s science fair on Feb. 1.

The City of Cold Lake is facing an ongoing issue of vandalism at the Energy Centre, causing disruptions and safety concerns for both staff and visitors of the recreation facility.  

In a regular council meeting held on Jan. 23, members of the Cold Lake city council discussed the utility increase bylaw, particularly targeting the sewer and water services.

The Lakeland Crime Reduction Unit is wanting to located Tyler Craig McFeeters, 38.

Police say despite life-saving measures, 47 year old Cold Lake man dies at crash scene

At the Jan. 23 City of Cold Lake council meeting, Mary Sara Robichaud, a resident of Ardmore, stood before council to present the idea of a Safe Baby Haven Box in Cold Lake.