Local News

While spring has officially arrived, there may still be some snow in the forecast for northeastern Alberta.

Around 880 jobs over the next five years expected to be generated in the Boyle area by Red Wolf Corporation's development plan.

As of March 1, fire season is officially underway in the Alberta. But rural municipalities say they're still waiting on millions in provincial support payments to help cover costs incurred during 2023's disastrous wildfires. 

As a precautionary measure due to dry conditions, the County of St. Paul issued a Level 2 Fire Advisory on March 2.

On March 22, the Lac La Biche Curling Club held its final Friday fun night of the 2023-2024 curling season. Those who gathered for the drop-in event, which got underway at 7 p.m.

On March 16, Football Alberta announced that, “For long-term and current excellence, John Lumby is the High School Tier IV Coach of the Year for 2023.”

The George McDougall - Smoky Lake Healthcare Centre emergency department will experience a disruption in services this week.

The recent announcement of the Alberta Government's three-year capital plan has sparked concerns among members of council for the Town of Bonnyville and the City of Cold Lake due to the absence of funding set aside for improvements to Highway 28.  

The Cornerstone Co-op held its first St. Paul Cornerstone Co-op Ag Days at the Recreation Centre on March 21.

Shahzad Ahmad Naz last seen in Lac La Biche on March 21