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Woman found dead near Cold Lake marina sparks conversation about homelessness in the winter

Woman found dead near Cold Lake marina sparks conversation about homelessness in the winter

While RCMP have stated there is no suspicion of foul play, a recent tragedy has ignited discussions about homelessness, public perception, and the harsh realities of winter in Alberta. 
Charity race great experience for Lac La Biche amateur drivers

Charity race great experience for Lac La Biche amateur drivers

For over two decades, the Winter Festival of Speed, which was recently renamed the Lac La Biche Ice Festival of Speed, has concluded with the charity race.
What is Pink Shirt Day?

What is Pink Shirt Day?

“Pink Shirt Day” began as an act of protest by two Nova Scotia teens in 2007.
Bonnyville Pontiacs spread anti-bullying awareness ahead of Pink Shirt Day

Bonnyville Pontiacs spread anti-bullying awareness ahead of Pink Shirt Day

St. Paul biologist receives King Charles III Coronation medal

St. Paul biologist receives King Charles III Coronation medal

Long time St. Paul resident and outdoor enthusiast Ray Makowecki was one of 11 people to receive the King Charles III Coronation Medal in a ceremony in Calgary Feb.19.
Council approves additional space for Cold Lake Sailing Association at Kinosoo Beach

Council approves additional space for Cold Lake Sailing Association at Kinosoo Beach

The Cold Lake Sailing Association is seeking additional space at Kinosoo Beach to accommodate newly donated boats.
Lac La Biche festival gives public opportunity to view vintage snowmobiles

Lac La Biche festival gives public opportunity to view vintage snowmobiles

For the past few years, the Lac La Biche Back Country Riders snowmobile club has hosted the Snow'n'Shine vintage sled display.
Timbits All-Star game celebrates youngest St. Paul hockey players

Timbits All-Star game celebrates youngest St. Paul hockey players

The Timbits All-Star game took place on Feb. 21 at the Clancy Richard Arena in St. Paul.
Snowmobile drag races will entertain crowds at Lac La Biche Ice Festival

Snowmobile drag races will entertain crowds at Lac La Biche Ice Festival

Gordon Kozakevich has been participating in the sled drag races at the Lac La Biche Ice Festival (formerly the Lac La Biche Winter Festival of Speed) since 2015.
Alberta government to focus on legislative agenda, despite allegations of corruption

Alberta government to focus on legislative agenda, despite allegations of corruption

Alberta's United Conservative government house leader says lawmakers won't be sidetracked by allegations officials pushed the province's front-line health agency to sign off on overpriced private medical contracts.
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