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Landfill fires near Cold Lake likely started as 'warming fires'

Landfill fires near Cold Lake likely started as 'warming fires'

“The bottom line is that the shelter is the safest place for anyone who needs a warm place to stay. Not only is it warm, but there is access to food and other supports that people can take advantage of," says City of Cold Lake Mayor Craig Copeland.
Manager of local farmers' market receives Market Manager of the Year Award

Manager of local farmers' market receives Market Manager of the Year Award

Province's top farmers' market boss is in Lac La Biche
Portage College men's hockey program celebrates 15 years

Portage College men's hockey program celebrates 15 years

Community playground vandalized near Bonnyville

Community playground vandalized near Bonnyville

On Jan. 28, Bonnyville RCMP received a report that someone had sprayed vulgarity on a play structure at the Willow Ridge community playground.
St. Paul Desna dancers shine on stage during annual fundraiser

St. Paul Desna dancers shine on stage during annual fundraiser

The St. Paul Desna Ukrainian Dance Club held its annual perogy supper fundraiser on Feb. 3 at the All Saints Ukrainian Orthodox Cultural Centre.
Ice on the roads and on the lake affected by freeze-thaw weather

Ice on the roads and on the lake affected by freeze-thaw weather

Hope Haven fundraising event for Feb. 10 postponed to later date

Hope Haven fundraising event for Feb. 10 postponed to later date

Residents invited to contact shelter directly for details on re-scheduled event
LEGO enthusiasts build and display creations at annual competition

LEGO enthusiasts build and display creations at annual competition

On Feb. 2, Lac La Biche County Libraries hosted is annual LEGO competition at the Stuart MacPherson Public Library.
Daycares navigate financial struggles as province aims for $10-a-day child care

Daycares navigate financial struggles as province aims for $10-a-day child care

While many daycares in the Lakeland region report keeping their doors open on Jan. 30, several daycare centres in Alberta were closed as an act of protest due to challenges posed by the Alberta child care affordability grant. 
Girls' hockey showcased during St. Paul double tournament

Girls' hockey showcased during St. Paul double tournament

The success of the girls' hockey program in St. Paul was on display over the weekend at the Clancy Richard Arena and CAP Arena, as the U13 Canadiens and the U18 Canadiens' female hockey teams held home tournaments.
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