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New Stepping Stones facility nears completion, shelter launches new programs

New Stepping Stones facility nears completion, shelter launches new programs

After years of planning, advocacy, and community support, Stepping Stones Crisis Society is on the brink of the completion of its new four-storey facility in Cold Lake.
Lac La Biche County councillor charged with uttering threats

Lac La Biche County councillor charged with uttering threats

A Lac La Biche County councillor has been charged with uttering threats after an alleged incident at the April 30 board meeting of the Lac La Biche Gas Co-op.
Power for Orion oil goes carbon-free

Power for Orion oil goes carbon-free

LAKELAND - New waste-heat recovery technology means 80 per cent of the existing power needs for Strathcona Resources’ Orion thermal oil facility near Cold Lake will be carbon-free. The approximately $63 million project has been under construction for the past 18 months and is expected to come online on Canada Day.
Lakeland Catholic School Division hosts first-ever 'Sharing the Faith' celebration

Lakeland Catholic School Division hosts first-ever 'Sharing the Faith' celebration

The event, which took place on May 14, recognized early education teachers who are embracing their vocation and growing as faith-filled leaders in Catholic education.
Athletes compete at St. Paul Athletics Association high track and field championship

Athletes compete at St. Paul Athletics Association high track and field championship

Top finishing athletes will compete at the senior high zone competition in Bonnyville on May 27 and 28.
Cold Lake council supports return of ‘Feast at the Beach’

Cold Lake council supports return of ‘Feast at the Beach’

COLD LAKE - The Feast at the Beach festival may be making a comeback in 2026, and the City of Cold Lake is backing the effort.
Elizabeth Metis Settlement receives grant funding for elder care facility

Elizabeth Metis Settlement receives grant funding for elder care facility

The funding was provided through the provincial Indigenous Primary Health Care Innovation Fund.
Town of St. Paul residents encouraged to share feedback on draft Municipal Development Plan

Town of St. Paul residents encouraged to share feedback on draft Municipal Development Plan

The May 21 engagement session is the second round of public engagement for the MDP, but the public and those unable to attend the event are still encouraged to share their thoughts through an online survey available until May 28 at the Town of St. Paul website.
Cold Lake Public Works opens its doors to residents

Cold Lake Public Works opens its doors to residents

COLD LAKE - Big trucks, paintable plows, and wide-eyed kids filled the City of Cold Lake Public Works Shop on May 22, as the City of Cold Lake hosted its annual open house in celebration of National Public Works Week.
Kinosoo Quilt Guild warms Cold Lake one quilt at a time

Kinosoo Quilt Guild warms Cold Lake one quilt at a time

Every second Saturday, the Harbour Alliance Church in Cold Lake transforms into a cozy hive of creativity as members of the Kinosoo Quilt Guild gather with sewing machines, fabric, and friendship in tow.
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