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Construction of new elementary school in Saddle Lake progressing

Construction of new elementary school in Saddle Lake progressing

Construction of a new elementary school started in Saddle Lake on March 14, 2022. Now, the shell of the new school is clear, and the new school is expected to be completed by July.
FASD day raises awareness throughout the Lakeland

FASD day raises awareness throughout the Lakeland

The national Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) awareness day aiming to destigmatize the disability, included the Lakeland Centre for FASD on the Sept. 9 campaign.
Alberta Cultural Days celebrations commemorate Lac La Biche’s diversity

Alberta Cultural Days celebrations commemorate Lac La Biche’s diversity

On Sept. 10, the Lac La Biche community hosted an event celebrating the diverse backgrounds in the area in honour of Alberta Culture Days.
Peace Officer program begins next round of training

Peace Officer program begins next round of training

The second class to take part in the Community Peace Officer Induction Program (CPOIP) in Lac La Biche County kicked off in August. The group of 15 students from around the province are all taking part in a gruelling 11-week program to become Level 1 Community Peace Officers.
Community Awareness and Registration Event connects residents and organizations in Lac La Biche

Community Awareness and Registration Event connects residents and organizations in Lac La Biche

On Sept. 8, community members gathered for an evening dedicated to promoting social and organizational services available in Lac La Biche County. The annual Community Awareness and Registration Event (CARE) saw over 200 attendees participate.
Waitlists and lack of childcare spaces confirmed by St. Paul providers

Waitlists and lack of childcare spaces confirmed by St. Paul providers

Waitlists at several child-care providers in St. Paul indicates many parents are having a tough time finding care for their young children.
Grants awarded to projects focused on palliative and end-of-life care in Alberta

Grants awarded to projects focused on palliative and end-of-life care in Alberta

A non-profit society in the City of Cold Lake is among the over 25 grant beneficiaries of an $11.3 million provincial grant aimed to improve palliative and end-of-life care.
Gallery: Lac La Biche Community Appreciation event wraps up summer activities

Gallery: Lac La Biche Community Appreciation event wraps up summer activities

Lac La Biche County hosted its annual Community Appreciation event at the Bold Center grounds on Sept. 9.
Man wanted by Saskatchewan RCMP known to frequent Cold Lake and Bonnyville areas

Man wanted by Saskatchewan RCMP known to frequent Cold Lake and Bonnyville areas

A 25-year-old man is wanted by Saskatchewan RCMP. He has been known to visit the Bonnyville, Cold Lake and Lloydminster areas.
Giving back helps drive a community forward

Giving back helps drive a community forward

Participating in your community and donating your time is a valuable way to help shape a better environment for everyone, and Lac La Biche residents are doing just that.
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