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Family, sports, community and business are foundations for latest inductee

Lac La Biche Boxing Club founder recognized for one-two combination of compassion and care

Junior high teams from across the St. Paul Athletics Association (SPAA) region gathered in St. Paul for two days of basketball, Friday and Saturday.

“Set a goal and fulfill it,” are words Mark Tichkowsky instills upon the many youths he’s worked with. He was recently named Tier IV Coach of the Year by Football Alberta.

Scott Jeffery admits that he may be a little nervous stepping into the role of Public Works director with the County of St. Paul, but he also feels excited to take on the job.

Community-driven funds help students cope with financial stresses

The Government of Alberta announced Feb. 27 that it will expand funding of up to $27.3 million to provide settlement, language, housing, and financial supports for Ukrainian evacuees. 

Several athletes from the Lakeland region took part in this year's Special Olympics Winter Games, last month.

High school basketball teams took part in playoffs on March 1. On March 6, teams from Glendon and Ashmont will compete for this year's SPAA banners.

The St. Paul 4-H Multi Club held its communications day on Feb. 26, with a list of youth doing presentations and practicing their public speaking.