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Man charged in death of Métis men confessed to police; trial continues

Man charged in death of Métis men confessed to police; trial continues

“We just made a bad judgment call. Should have phoned right off the hop … it’d have been a lot less than what it is now," said Roger Bilodeau about not calling the RCMP the night two Métis men were shot to death on a northeastern Alberta roadway.
Investigation work moves ahead at former Blue Quills Sacred Heart site

Investigation work moves ahead at former Blue Quills Sacred Heart site

Records point to at least 212 students having died at a residential school that operated from 1898-1931 in Saddle Lake, according to those leading an investigation.
Preliminary inquiry set for attempted carjacking case in Kehewin

Preliminary inquiry set for attempted carjacking case in Kehewin

A preliminary inquiry has been set for the trial of Laine Solway-Martial, one of three people accused in relation to an alleged attempted carjacking that took place on Jan. 26 in Kehewin Cree Nation. Solway-Martial's counsel has further requested the trial be heard by a Queen's bench judge and jury.
Car crashes into utility pole along Hylo highway

Car crashes into utility pole along Hylo highway

Serious crash on Highway 663
Increased volume of dog related complaints leads to MD statement

Increased volume of dog related complaints leads to MD statement

The MD of Bonnyville’s Public Safety department is urging residents to make sure their dogs are properly secured within their property following an increase in dog-at-large complaints throughout the municipality.
MD council cuts the ribbon on latest Kinosoo attraction

MD council cuts the ribbon on latest Kinosoo attraction

Lakeland public officials gathered to mark the grand opening of the MD of Bonnyville’s Kinosoo Ridge Aerial Adventure Park. Local politicians could not hide their excitement while testing out the new attraction's obstacle course. 
BRFA responds to grass fire and bus fire

BRFA responds to grass fire and bus fire

Over the last several days, the Bonnyville Regional Fire Authority responded to numerous incidents ranging from grass fires to vehicle fires, nearly half a dozen medical assists and a hit-and-run motor vehicle collision.
Students enjoy first group events at schools since COVID

Students enjoy first group events at schools since COVID

Return to public events is music to the ears for school officials, families and students
Track and field jumps into high gear

Track and field jumps into high gear

Wards go this week in Lac La Biche, Districts in Bonnyville next week
Dodgers drop rainy game to Bonnyville U15

Dodgers drop rainy game to Bonnyville U15

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