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Bonnyville 2024 municipal census shows increase in population

Bonnyville 2024 municipal census shows increase in population

The Town of Bonnyville announced that the 2024 Municipal census results had been received, and they show an increase in the town's population from 6,359 in 2021 to 6,675 in 2024.
Good first season for Lac La Biche Lakers junior hockey team

Good first season for Lac La Biche Lakers junior hockey team

The Lakers, who began their inaugural 2024-2025 season in October, have enjoyed eight wins in a row and will be heading to the playoffs in March.
Auditor General probes AHS Tylenol procurement

Auditor General probes AHS Tylenol procurement

Alberta’s auditor general launched an investigation into the procurement and contracting processes at Alberta Health and Alberta Health Services (AHS) on Feb. 6.
RCMP looking for 23-year-old man last seen Friday in Bonnyville

RCMP looking for 23-year-old man last seen Friday in Bonnyville

Police in Bonnyville are looking for a 23-year-old man who was last seen on Friday.
Bonnyville literary enthusiasts gather for writer’s open mic

Bonnyville literary enthusiasts gather for writer’s open mic

Bonnyville writers gathered to share their writing, support one another’s writing endeavors, and chat about literature in a welcoming and friendly environment.
Lac La Biche Rotary Club donates $5,000 to APPLE Schools

Lac La Biche Rotary Club donates $5,000 to APPLE Schools

The money was raised from the Brydon Ward Memorial Golf Tournament, which was held in June.
Lac La Biche Curling Club hosts monthly Friday Fun Night

Lac La Biche Curling Club hosts monthly Friday Fun Night

The event took place on Jan. 24 and featured an evening of curling instruction, games, and socialization.
Cold Lake tops the world's coldest cities this week

Cold Lake tops the world's coldest cities this week

Residents of Cold Lake woke up to a frigid reality on Feb. 4 as the northeastern Alberta city claimed the title of the coldest spot on Earth. 
Lac La Biche Back Country Riders chili fundraiser brings awareness to beautiful back-country

Lac La Biche Back Country Riders chili fundraiser brings awareness to beautiful back-country

On the Saturday morning, snowmobilers congregated in the staging area on the shore of Beaver Lake in the Young’s Beach subdivision in Lac La Biche County for the kickoff to the event.
Alberta's Smith plans to escalate fight against fentanyl amid threatened U.S. tariffs

Alberta's Smith plans to escalate fight against fentanyl amid threatened U.S. tariffs

Smith, in a statement, says she's instructed her government to "take immediate steps" to increase police and prosecutorial resources to go after fentanyl labs, "kingpins" and dealers.
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