Environment Canada has issued an extreme cold warning for the Lakeland region. A prolonged period of very cold wind chills is expected. An Arctic airmass has settled into northern Alberta, giving a period of extreme wind chills near minus 40. Temperatures are expected to moderate over northwestern Alberta by this …
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On the Backstretch
Tales from the Timebox: January 15th, 2019 January the 15th. Here we are in the middle of January already! Hockey season seems like it has just begun, but it is half over already. The league playoffs and the provincial playdowns to see who goes to the big show are still …
Read More »St. Paul Fire Department urges public to ensure alarms are functioning properly
St. Paul Fire Department would like to remind residents and businesses, that it is their responsibility to ensure alarm systems that are tied into a central monitoring company, is functioning properly. Along with a properly functioning system, up-to-date contact information is critical if emergency services need to get a hold …
Read More »39 year old Frog Lake woman dies in rollover
A 39 year old female has died following a rollover outside of Frog Lake. On Jan. 12, 2019 at approximately 1:45 p.m., Elk Point RCMP responded to a single vehicle collision on at the intersection of Township Road 562 and Rural Road 40 west of Frog Lake. Preliminary investigation revealed …
Read More »Job Opportunity: Assistant Program Manager Bonnyville Victim Services
Bonnyville Victim Services Society is seeking a person to fill the position of Assistant Program Manager This position will begin when an RCMP Security clearance can be achieved (14-16 weeks) 37.5 hours a week ($23 per hour) The applicant must: -Be able to achieve an RCMP security clearance -Posses strong …
Read More »Freezing rain warning for the Lakeland
Environment Canada has issued a freezing rain warning for the Lakeland region. It is expected rain will continue throughout the afternoon and stop in the early evening hours. Motorists are advised to take caution should they be on the roads today. Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots …
Read More »Contest time! Seeking budding artist
Young artists in the Bonnyville area will have an opportunity to showcase their work and advance their skills. Aurora Visual Arts Association is hosting a contest looking for a budding artist to sponsor for upcoming youth paint nights. “I truly believe that you get back tenfold what you put out …
Read More »Cold Lake RCMP seize over $20k in stolen property; one charged.
One man has been arrested and charged following an execution of a search warrant, which lead to police discovering over $20,000 in stolen property. On January 2nd, 2019, Cold Lake RCMP, District Crime Reduction Unit and Police Dog Services executed a search warrant at a residence on Cold Lake First Nations. As …
Read More »Kinosoo Performing Arts celebrates 40 years
2019 marks a major milestone for Kinosoo Performing Arts Association, the non-profit group is celebrating 40 years. Ray Gillis with the organization says there are some big shows in the works to commemorate the occasion. Kinosoo Performing Arts aims to bring in a different act or artist each month. Announced …
Read More »Information on stolen GPS pods wanted
On September 10, 2018 Bonnyville RCMP received a complaint the Morgan Construction building west of Bonnyville had been broken into. Two Trimble GPS pods were stolen from a grader. The value of the stolen pods is $80,000.00. Bonnyville RCMP are asking the public’s assistance for any information in relation to this incident or identifying those responsible. Please …
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