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Alberta introduces ankle bracelet monitoring for high-risk offenders

Alberta introduces ankle bracelet monitoring for high-risk offenders

Individuals subject to a court-ordered electronic monitoring condition will be required to wear a Global Positioning System (GPS) tracking device.
Avalanche U18 win East division banner in two games

Avalanche U18 win East division banner in two games

It only took two games, not three for the U18 Avalanche to defeat the Onion Lake Border Chiefs, following up Friday night’s 4-2 win in Onion Lake with a 6-3 win at home on Saturday for the East division title.
Alberta provincial police force bill introduced, not replacing RCMP for now

Alberta provincial police force bill introduced, not replacing RCMP for now

Asked by reporters if establishing this new police agency lays the groundwork for having a police force capable of replacing the RCMP, Ellis said the government needs to be “prepared for every scenario.”
Farmers and public reminded to be mindful of fire risks this spring

Farmers and public reminded to be mindful of fire risks this spring

Farmers are gearing up for the growing season, and fire authorities in the Lakeland region are reminding farmers – and the public - to be mindful of fire hazards. 
St. Paul 4-H District’s top communicators named in Ashmont

St. Paul 4-H District’s top communicators named in Ashmont

The top presenters and speakers from six 4-H Communications competitions across the St. Paul 4-H District took to the stage of the Ashmont Agriplex on Sunday for one more round of judging for the District championship hosted by Boscombe 4-H Multi Club.
RCMP investigate suspicious death in Elk Point area

RCMP investigate suspicious death in Elk Point area

RCMP have launched a suspicious death investigation following a fatal incident in the Elk Point area.
Lac La Biche farmers' market to open for 2024 season on March 22

Lac La Biche farmers' market to open for 2024 season on March 22

After taking its seasonal winter hiatus, the Lac La Biche Farmers’ Market is set to open again on March 22.  
Singer Eric Kane opens 2024 Music in the Forest series in Lac La Biche

Singer Eric Kane opens 2024 Music in the Forest series in Lac La Biche

Next show is March 28 with Reuben and the Dark
Portage College Voyageurs' hockey coach reflects on season

Portage College Voyageurs' hockey coach reflects on season

Voyageurs staff continue work through off-ice season.
Canadian Agricultural Safety Week reminds farmers to prioritize safety

Canadian Agricultural Safety Week reminds farmers to prioritize safety

With the spring seeding season just a couple of months away, the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA) is reminding the farming community to keep safety in mind by planning accordingly.
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