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It was a race to the finish line, but Team Zarowny Motors defended their title as the champions of the Walk a Mile in her Shoes event.

The Bonnyville Pontiacs continue a six-game winning streak, defeating the Spruce Grove Saints 4-3 in overtime at the Grant Fuhr Arena last night.

Service disruptions continue at the Cold Lake, Elk Point and St. Paul hospitals, due to staffing issues. This week, AHS reported the surgical department in Cold Lake would be affected for six weeks, while there is also a possibility the Cold Lake emergency department experiences some disruptions over the next few weeks.

Last month, the County of St. Paul approved letters of support for grant applications for a potential project int he Ashmont area.

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Environment Canada has issues a freezing rain warning for much of the Lakeland, Tuesday night.

MD of Bonnyville residents seeking extra help can purchase snowplow flags online, however, those requiring ‘hardships flags’ must apply in-person following an MD council decision on Nov. 12.

On Dec. 10, St. Nick will take part in the Town’s first reverse parade, where Christmas floats will remain stationary in the C2 parking lot. Santa’s helpers will be handing out candy canes and hot chocolate, as well as accepting toy donations for Santa’s Elves and non-perishable food items for the Bonnyville food bank.

Ratepayers will have a chance provide input on a potential two per cent increase for garbage, recycling and utility fees at the Town of Bonnyville’s 2022 budget open house, which has been moved to an online format scheduled for Dec. 7.