Cold Lake News

A wildfire located in the he southeast section of Cold Lake First Nations 149 caused the evacuation of 40 members Thursday evening and triggered a notification for surrounding MD of Bonnyville residents to be on alert for the possibility of an evacuation order. The fire has since been extinguished.

Red Dress Day was marked with several events in Cold Lake, including speakers and performances at Hotel Dene. Families and friends also gathered along Millenium Trail to take part in a photo memorial and red dress display.

Some MD of Bonnyville residents have been put on standby and told to make "preparations" as a wildfire burns in the area.

Some residents of Cold Lake First Nations are being told to evacuate. One home has already been lost to fire, according to emergency statement.

A Grade 5 and 6 science fair was held on April 27 at Holy Cross Elementary School in Cold Lake.

A combined effort between RCMP and Alberta Forestry, Parks and Tourism has resulted in the arrest of a 29-year-old resident from Cherry Grove, and charges relating to 10 counts of arson.

The Wise Old Owls came out as the winning team from the 17th Annual Quiz Night at École Holy Cross Elementary School in Cold Lake.

Later this week, students from Assumption Jr/Sr High School (AJSH) in Cold Lake will be working hard to gather as many donations as they can to help those in need.

Following the fire that tore through the Cherry Grove Community's Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints last night, Stephen Wille, bishop of the church, remains hopeful for the future.