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The big pumpkin drop

The big pumpkin drop

The pumpkin drop at the Smoky Lake Pumpkin Festival was once again a highlight of the weekend.
Latest Main Street info session draws little public attention

Latest Main Street info session draws little public attention

Despite deadline delay due to supply and weather issues, few attend Lac La Biche Main Street open house
Police look for suspect following report of armed robbery

Police look for suspect following report of armed robbery

Cold Lake RCMP are searching for a suspect allegedly involved in an armed robbery at a Cold Lake liquor store on Oct. 15.
Town council approves Halloween hours, Christmas lighting

Town council approves Halloween hours, Christmas lighting

Elk Point Town Council looked ahead to two upcoming events at their Oct. 10 council meeting - Halloween and Christmas.
Portage College Social Work students raise money for 2024 trip

Portage College Social Work students raise money for 2024 trip

On Friday afternoon, students in the community social work program at Portage College had a visible presence outside of Britton’s Independent in Lac La Biche, serving up barbecued hamburgers and soft drinks in a bid to raise money for a trip to
Open house held in Lac La Biche for Fire Prevention Week

Open house held in Lac La Biche for Fire Prevention Week

Fire Prevention Week was held across Alberta from Oct. 8-15 and on Thursday, Oct.
Lakeland schools practice emergency drills to keep prepared

Lakeland schools practice emergency drills to keep prepared

Safety lessons part of school year planning
Robbery and assault among multiple charges facing Lac La Biche man

Robbery and assault among multiple charges facing Lac La Biche man

Police say dog-unit used to carry out warrant arrest on 28 year old
Cross country athletes descend on Muriel Lake Park for Zones

Cross country athletes descend on Muriel Lake Park for Zones

The crisp but sunny autumn air was the perfect weather for athletes to traverse trail systems in the diverse landscape of the boreal forest.
Local Ag societies could access GOA funds for upgrades

Local Ag societies could access GOA funds for upgrades

Government says $2.5 million up for grabs each year for aging Ag socieities
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