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Town of Bonnyville welcomes new CAO

Town of Bonnyville welcomes new CAO

BONNYVILLE – Quinton Wintfley will start at his position as the new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) for the Town of Bonnyville on June 16.
Hayden Feland, Tyson Kotowich show St. Paul 4-H District Grand and Reserve Champion steers

Hayden Feland, Tyson Kotowich show St. Paul 4-H District Grand and Reserve Champion steers

Members of the five 4-H clubs that make up the St. Paul 4-H District filled the St. Paul Ag Corral with prime steers on Monday.
St. Paul 4-H Multi-Club names 2025 Grand and Reserve champions

St. Paul 4-H Multi-Club names 2025 Grand and Reserve champions

On May 30, the St. Paul 4-H Multi-Club's Beef Project had a very successful Achievement Day at the Ag Corral in St. Paul.
Life is a gamble, but Mallaig 2025 graduates are locked in

Life is a gamble, but Mallaig 2025 graduates are locked in

Life is a series of risks and rewards, according to Mallaig School Principal Kellie Handford. The school celebrated this year’s graduating class of 2025 on May 26, with Handford speaking about how “life is a gamble.”
St. Paul Trout pond available for fishing

St. Paul Trout pond available for fishing

The public is reminded to follow Alberta's fishing regulations and remain respectful to the St. Paul pond and the environment.
Temporary camping for national motocross event in Cold Lake allowed

Temporary camping for national motocross event in Cold Lake allowed

In a move that revs up Cold Lake’s role on the national motorsport stage, City council approved a motion that will allow temporary camping on City-owned land for the Canadian Triple Crown Series Motocross Event, taking place from June 6 to 9.
Athletes from Lac La Biche region run, jump, and throw at LSAA ward finals

Athletes from Lac La Biche region run, jump, and throw at LSAA ward finals

The Lakeland Schools Athletic Association (LSAA) track and field ward finals took place on May 26 at the Bold Centre sports fields.
Cold Lake raises Pride flag, affirms commitment to inclusivity

Cold Lake raises Pride flag, affirms commitment to inclusivity

The City of Cold Lake has officially kicked off Pride Month with a vibrant display of unity and support. On May 30, the front lawn of City Hall transformed into a space of love and resilience as community members gathered to raise the Progressive Pride Flag, marking the beginning of a month-long celebration of diversity and inclusion.
Wildfire in area of southern Winefred Lake and Grist Lake remains out of control

Wildfire in area of southern Winefred Lake and Grist Lake remains out of control

The wildfire prompted Lac La Biche County to issue a mandatory evacuation order for the area on June 4.
Smoky Lake emergency department without on-site physician for some dates in June

Smoky Lake emergency department without on-site physician for some dates in June

Residents of Smoky Lake may face challenges accessing immediate physician care at the George McDougall - Smoky Lake Healthcare Centre's emergency department this June. Alberta Health Services (AHS) has announced several periods where no on-site physician will be available, prompting concerns and requiring residents to be aware of alternative emergency care options.
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