Local News

Town of St. Paul council is considering taking over ownership and maintenance of Union Cemetery, located on the west side of St. Paul.

Earlier this month, kids filled up the Bonnyville Municipal Library to watch puppets tell the story of Henny Penny and learn how they can make their own puppets at home. The show by Kaybridge Puppets is just one of the many free activities taking place at the library this summer.

It was a busy month for the Lac La Biche RCMP detachment in July, patrolling and responding to calls in the community. A total of 602 calls ranging from property damage, traffic concerns, theft and disorderly conduct were received.

An initiative to clean up the streets and promote livable conditions in Lac La Biche County is once again getting a push from enforcement services. This time, at an occupied unsafe apartment complex.

Residents are invited to stop by the Smoky Lake-St. Paul Community Futures office to sign a Canadian flag that will be send to Ukraine.

A day of agricultural knowledge was offered up on Aug. 4, as LARA held its St. Paul Summer Field Day.

Bonnyville RCMP were involved in 545 investigations from July 19 to Aug. 11. Among these were investigations related to stolen vehicles, stabbings and break and enters.

A parade, ball tournament, car show, and plenty more was on the schedule during Ashmont Heritage Days.

An alleged stabbing that occurred on July 28, resulted in three people being treated for non-life threatening injuries. A 22-year-old has been arrested and remanded into custody in relation to the assault.

Cold Lake RCMP are investigating extensive vandalism that took place early Friday morning, Aug. 12, at Kinosoo Beach. The recreational area recently underwent extensive improvements to its amenities.