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Alberta municipalities need to brace for drought/water shortages in 2024: Environment Minister

Alberta municipalities need to brace for drought/water shortages in 2024: Environment Minister

"In order to be fully prepared for a severe drought, municipal leaders throughout Alberta will need to take action,” Schulz.
First regional science fair in the Lakeland slated for 2024

First regional science fair in the Lakeland slated for 2024

A development in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) education is going on in the Lakeland, as the St. Paul & District STEAM Society (SPDSS) spearheads the first independent regional science fair. 
Santa stops by Elk Point arena for pre-Christmas skate

Santa stops by Elk Point arena for pre-Christmas skate

The A. G. Ross Arena’s annual Skate with Santa brought out a crowd of all ages and skating skills on Dec. 22, with the arena ice divided in two and shinny underway on the other half.
Vermilion RCMP lay charges after fuel taken from rural property

Vermilion RCMP lay charges after fuel taken from rural property

An investigation into the alleged theft of fuel from a rural property resulted in a man from the County of Vermilion River being charged by RCMP.
Temperatures expected to drop, scattered flurries in the forecast for Lakeland

Temperatures expected to drop, scattered flurries in the forecast for Lakeland

Some cooler winter weather is expected to show up over weekend, and Alberta RCMP are reminding drivers to use caution when hitting the roadways.
Busy December for St. Paul Fire Department

Busy December for St. Paul Fire Department

The St. Paul Fire Department were in demand throughout the month of December, responding to numerous incidents, including structure fires and medical aids.
Record-breaking 2023 brings warm temperatures, plenty of smoke to Alberta

Record-breaking 2023 brings warm temperatures, plenty of smoke to Alberta

Alberta saw major warming trends, with El Niño predicted to introduce more in 2024
Third annual Skijoring for MS event plans for 2024 event, despite current snow shortage

Third annual Skijoring for MS event plans for 2024 event, despite current snow shortage

While the Lakeland - and much of the province - deals with an unusual snow shortage, the spirit of winter continues to thrive as the third annual Skijoring for MS event prepares to take the stage this coming March in Cold Lake.  
Cold Lake resident takes down extensive holiday display for the last time

Cold Lake resident takes down extensive holiday display for the last time

On Jan. 1, Cold Lake resident Marty Belisle took down his annual Christmas display - marking the end of an era.
These 10 places have the fastest rising rents in Alberta

These 10 places have the fastest rising rents in Alberta

Average rent in many municipalities far outpaced general rate of inflation
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