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UPDATE: Possible active shooter results in shelter in place for Buffalo Lake, shelter in place lifted

UPDATE: Possible active shooter results in shelter in place for Buffalo Lake, shelter in place lifted

Following an earlier report of a possible active shooter within the community of Buffalo Lake, RCMP say the situation has been thoroughly investigated and is deemed safe.
County of St. Paul considers support for Elk Point arena ice plant replacement

County of St. Paul considers support for Elk Point arena ice plant replacement

The Elk Point Arena Operating Committee is seeking $192,125 in funding from the County of St. Paul to help replace the original 50-year-old ice plant at the A. G. Ross Arena in Elk Point. 
Motorists get snow tires put on before onset of winter

Motorists get snow tires put on before onset of winter

Many people are getting their snow tires put on before the snow flies, while others are waiting until the first snowfall of the season until doing so.
Bullarama held in honour of truth and reconciliation

Bullarama held in honour of truth and reconciliation

The Bullarama held at the Ag Corral on Sept. 28 was more than a rodeo - it held a deeper significance as members of the community came together in honour of truth and reconciliation. 
Ashmont Fire Department has busy year

Ashmont Fire Department has busy year

The Ashmont Fire Department had a busy 2024 so far, with wildfire season starting in late March and continuing through until early May.
Evacuation assessment report will be further considered by MD of Bonnyville council

Evacuation assessment report will be further considered by MD of Bonnyville council

Evacuation assessment report will be further considered by MD of Bonnyville council BONNYVILLE – The MD of Bonnyville Emergency Managment Department has identified rural areas of concern in regard to evacuation planning.
Kids get a taste of being firefighters at St. Paul fire open house

Kids get a taste of being firefighters at St. Paul fire open house

On Sept. 28, the St. Paul Fire Department held a open house.
Portage College to offer new addictions counselling program

Portage College to offer new addictions counselling program

The first intake of students for the two-year program is anticipated for fall of 2025.
Concerns about Zebra mussels brought up by MD of Bonnyville council

Concerns about Zebra mussels brought up by MD of Bonnyville council

How effective are boat inspection stations ask MD of Bonnyville council.
Mayor Copeland receives Distinguished Service Award from Alberta Municipalities

Mayor Copeland receives Distinguished Service Award from Alberta Municipalities

After more than two decades on City of Cold Lake council, Mayor Craig Copeland has been honoured with the Alberta Municipalities Distinguished Service Award. 
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