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K-3 Math and English Language Arts curriculums will be introduced in the fall of 2022, along with the new Physical Education and Wellness curriculum being introduced for all K-6 students in Alberta.

While RCMP members carried out an investigation into a fatal shooting Wednesday evening in Kehewin Cree Nation, a confrontation between a 22-year-old male suspect and police resulted in RCMP members discharging their weapons. 

BRFA Stations see a busy week of calls, from a structure fire to multiple single-vehicle collisions and a medical assist.

Fitness instructor and nutrition enthusiast Sue LaPierre has been the leading face for inspiring a healthy lifestyle in Lac La Biche County for over 30 years. Throughout various capacities of teaching group classes and personal training sessions for all ages, she has continued to develop her skills to encourage the community to prioritize their wellbeing.

MLA hopefuls tackle regional and national issues at Lac La Biche debate

Several organizations in need of financial top-ups in Lac La Biche County will receive additional funding this year from the municipality's $175,000 Community Development Grant Program.

‘Women have come a long way in society in general, breaking barriers into the world of male dominated fields - this industry being no different,’ says BRFA firefighter Petra Aylesworth.

Four local firefighters will be heading south of the border to climb Seattle’s tallest building in full firefighting gear to raise funds for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

The Government of Alberta tabled Bill 4 - the Municipal Government (Face Mask and Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination Bylaws) Amendment Act, on Tuesday afternoon.

While many challenges and concerns exist for local municipalities, there are some positives when it comes to education funding, following the release of the provincial budget.