St. Paul News

Residents of Smoky Lake may face challenges accessing immediate physician care at the George McDougall - Smoky Lake Healthcare Centre's emergency department this June. Alberta Health Services (AHS) has announced several periods where no on-site physician will be available, prompting concerns and requiring residents to be aware of alternative emergency care options.

The Boscombe 4-H Multi Club held its Achievement Day on May 23 featuring a series of livestock shows and also a poultry sale.

The Eastern Alberta Regional Victim Serving Society (EARVSS) provided the County of St. Paul council an overview of the services it provides to County residents, during the County’s Public Works meeting on May 27.

The County of St. Paul received a special permission from the Alberta government that would allow for cheaper and quicker process of fixing and maintaining boat launches across the County. 

On Tuesday, the Government of Alberta’s Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) map was at four St. Lina, which is “moderate risk.” In Lac La Biche, the AQHI map also showed a level of four, and in Cold Lake the AQHI was three. 

The dinosaur sculptures at the St. Paul and District Art Foundation’s latest paleontology-themed art exhibit were created by a 10-year-old child – Leo Spoeth.

A St. Paul residence was searched by police for the second time since February.

The Town of St. Paul approved its 2025 capital budget on May 12, which includes several projects to be carried out this year, including infrastructure replacements and service upgrades. 

Members of the St. Paul community came together to raise awareness and funding for multiple sclerosis (MS) during the 2025 St. Paul Jayman BUILT MS Walk on May 25 at the Lagasse Park.

The Aboriginal Head Start program in St. Paul celebrated its 30th anniversary on May 23. Established in 1995, the program provide early childhood education for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit children aged three to five.