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“I don't want to show my cards yet, but we're actually working on some really interesting policy ideas on how to increase transit options for rural Alberta,” said Alberta Transportation Minister Devin Dreeshen.

Retired Canadian professional mixed martial arts competitor and Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Hall of Famer Georges St-Pierre was a keynote speaker at the Ahkameyimok Oskayak Youth Conference in Lac La Biche.

A majority of Albertans side with striking education workers, and the government appears to be losing ground with UCP supporters as job actions ramp up, a new poll suggests.

Noella Somerville owns and operates Healing A La Source, which is dedicated to stained glass.

The Voyageurs dropped a 5-2 decision to the Augustana Vikings at the Bold Centre on Feb. 14 and beat their Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC0 North Division Rivals the following day during an away match in Camrose. The Voyageurs, who hold last spot in their seven-team ACAC North Division, will be playing their final games of the 2024-25 season on Feb. 21 and 22.

Bonnyville RCMP have issued a shelter in place near Kehewin asking residents to stay indoors, lock their doors and stay away from windows.

Connor Woods has been ranked the top weight thrower nationally in the U18 category, breaking two Alberta records.

BONNYVILLE - Alicia Krawchuk, Bonnyville’s new Regional Chief of Emergency Services, has served in various leadership roles within the Bonnyville Regional Fire Authority (BRFA) for 12 years.

The holy month of Islam, which is expected to start on the evening of Feb. 28 this year and end in late March, is characterized by fasting, prayer, and alms-giving.

City of Cold Lake council has rejected a $5,000 grant request from local athlete and philanthropist Curtis Hargrove, who sought support for international marathon runs that aim to raise awareness for mental health, addiction, and suicide prevention.