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Organizers looking forward to great weekend for ice festival

Organizers looking forward to great weekend for ice festival

The Lac La Biche Ice Festival, formerly the Winter Festival of Speed, will be taking place from Feb. 28 to March 2
Trapping display returns for 2025 edition of Lac La Biche winter festival

Trapping display returns for 2025 edition of Lac La Biche winter festival

The trapping display, which has been taking place for the past five years, is put on by the Lac La Biche Trappers Local 1120. It will be taking place again for the Lac La Biche Ice Festival (formerly the Winter Festival of Speed), which goes from Feb. 28-March 2.
U.S. tariffs, possible tax cuts expected to dominate Alberta budget

U.S. tariffs, possible tax cuts expected to dominate Alberta budget

The looming threat of U.S. tariffs along with a potential tax cut are expected to dominate Alberta's budget today.
'Dead children and youth are not red tape': Bill changes death investigation requirements

'Dead children and youth are not red tape': Bill changes death investigation requirements

A new bill aimed at cutting red tape would alter the requirement that Alberta’s Office of the Child and Youth Advocate investigate deaths of all youth who received government intervention services.
Lac La Biche County mayor facing fallout after alleged tax arrears comes to light

Lac La Biche County mayor facing fallout after alleged tax arrears comes to light

Paul Reutov says he won’t resign, hopes for timely resolution to matter
Lakeland Catholic schools stand united against bullying on Pink Shirt Day

Lakeland Catholic schools stand united against bullying on Pink Shirt Day

On Feb. 26, Lakeland Catholic School Division (LCSD) will turn pink as staff and students take a stand against bullying, coming together to spread kindness, inclusion, and respect. 
Many consequences of cyberbullying

Many consequences of cyberbullying

Among the forms of bullying that people experience is cyberbullying.
ATA raises concerns ahead of provincial budget

ATA raises concerns ahead of provincial budget

As Alberta prepares to unveil its new budget on Feb. 27, ATA says Albertans must remember the number $11.35 billion for education sector.
Friday last day to use Peavey Mart gift cards

Friday last day to use Peavey Mart gift cards

There's only a few days left to redeem Peavey Mart gift cards as liquidation sales continue.
Woman found dead near Cold Lake marina sparks conversation about homelessness in the winter

Woman found dead near Cold Lake marina sparks conversation about homelessness in the winter

While RCMP have stated there is no suspicion of foul play, a recent tragedy has ignited discussions about homelessness, public perception, and the harsh realities of winter in Alberta. 
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