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Lac La Biche County mayor says community has neutral stance in leadership race

Lac La Biche County pauses on change-room construction at Sports Fields due to increased costs.

Despite having a fairly young team, the St. Paul U18 Canadiens have worked hard to have a successful season on the ice, winning the NEAHL Tier II banner.

On Sunday, performers from Fame Dance Studio in Bonnyville and Lloydminster will be hosting a charity showcase at the Bonnyville Senior Drop-in Centre to raise money for the local SPCA. The evening will have a wide variety of dance genres from classical ballet to hip hop.

Having emergency cover for municipal staff who have been covering emergencies is vital in a growing rural community, says Lac La Biche County councillor Kevin Pare.

Along with encouraging general fire safety in rural areas, the St. Paul Fire Department is also hosting a symposium for other firefighters this spring focused on farm machinery extrication and engulfment scenarios.

'There wasn't really anything being offered in our local area for that age group, and we want to give our kids everything we can. But at the same time, we want to make sure that they're earning it and that they are putting the work in,' says Lakeland Lightnings Head Coach Joel Miller.

Farm equipment, livestock and motoring rural roads

One of the area's newest Fish and Wildlife officers says he's been helping residents deal with damage caused by deer this winter. The animals have been getting into hay stacks as they search for food during what was a rather cold and snowy season.

Social meet-and-greet with the Premier was a last minute event, say organizers