Local News

Métis Week celebrated across Alberta. Portage College hosts several events.

Lakeland Catholic School Division recognized staff both entering the profession of teaching and those who have served the division for many years. A ceremony held on Nov. 1 included heartfelt goodbyes to five staff members transitioning into retirement.

Municipal partners in the St. Paul region are working together on a feasibility study that will look at the possibility of creating a regional multipurpose leisure facility and are now seeking public input.

A potential sidewalk snow-clearing program announced last winter to support businesses impacted by the Main Street Revitalization program will not be rolling out this year.

Former amateur boxer Muhammad ‘Hummy’ Moghrabi, who turned pro last year, won his debut fight in the Toronto area against experienced Mexican fighter Ruben Mejia.

The end of November promises to deliver a huge plate of holiday spirit in the Town of Bonnyville. Dates for the Bonnyville Santa Claus Parade, Festival of Trees, and second annual Chamber Christmas Craft Show and Expo have all been set to take place Nov. 26 and 27.

Council members from the Town and MD of Bonnyville are brainstorming ways to make drivers slow down when passing emergency vehicles on highways. Investing in public education was suggested as one way to keep first responders safe while working on area roads.

Organizations in the province are urging the public to be respectful toward those working in hospitals and other healthcare settings.

Melvin Abraham, St. Paul Education’s First Nation trustee, is ready to tackle new role.

Lac La Biche and District Chamber of Commerce hosts awards night