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Bonnyville crowd enjoys youth 'Dancing under the 13 moons'

Bonnyville crowd enjoys youth 'Dancing under the 13 moons'

Oral histories and traditions were showcased by local youth performing ‘Dancing under the 13 moons’ in the gymnasium of École Notre Dame High School on July 28. In August, two more performances will be held free of charge in Glendon and Cold Lake.
Relocation of Riverhurst bin site causes grief for residents

Relocation of Riverhurst bin site causes grief for residents

BONNYVILLE – As a means to prevent illegal dumping, misuse and to meet the growing need of household waste disposal, the bin site located at the Riverhurst Hall was removed as part of a one-year pilot project on March 23.
Crime rates reduced during this year's Summer Days celebrations

Crime rates reduced during this year's Summer Days celebrations

Municipal peace officers report fewer incidents over holiday weekend celebration
A Métis story of love transcending time graced the towns of St. Paul and Bonnyville

A Métis story of love transcending time graced the towns of St. Paul and Bonnyville

A Métis tale of love that breaks the barrier of time played in two venues in the Lakeland last week. The play ‘You used to call me Marie…’ by Tai Amy Grauman, was staged in St. Paul Aug. 3 with support of Reconciliation St. Paul and then in Bonnyville on Aug. 4. 
New principals to start at Bonnyville schools this fall

New principals to start at Bonnyville schools this fall

As the next school year approaches, Lakeland Catholic School Division has begun to announce changes to the leadership of its schools. While Bonnyville’s École Dr. Bernard Brosseau School will see a new principal arriving this fall, a new vice principal is set to fill a vacant spot at École Notre Dame Elementary School.
St. Paul Canadiens name head coach

St. Paul Canadiens name head coach

Corey deMoissac has been named head coach with the St. Paul Jr. B Canadiens for the 2022/23 season.
Property owner removes 'Cars' from main street lot after appeal with Town

Property owner removes 'Cars' from main street lot after appeal with Town

"The decision has been made already. You guys forced me out," says St. Paul property owner Kelley Prymych.
MD decision to close lagoons doesn’t wash with residents or haulers

MD decision to close lagoons doesn’t wash with residents or haulers

Local septic haulers and MD of Bonnyville residents' reliant on using holding or septic tanks for household wastewater are raising the alarm about the municipality’s decision to close its lagoons to outside haulers.
Lifelong volunteer and community member Jim Piquette wins Citizen of the Year Award

Lifelong volunteer and community member Jim Piquette wins Citizen of the Year Award

Jim Piquette is this year's Citizen of the Year, nominated for his community involvement, work with several local organizations and business accomplishments. 
Lakeland producers open farm gates to visitors

Lakeland producers open farm gates to visitors

Unique opportunity to visit local farms and learn about the incredible variety of food produced in the region by agricultural entrepreneurs
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