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Weekly community newspaper for the Lac La Biche region, published every Tuesday, but breaking news and photos 24/7 at http://lakelandtoday.ca
NEWS: RCMP hope to locate 36-year-old man last seen in St. Paul
RCMP hope to locate 36-year-old man last seen in St. Paul
Police are hoping to locate Alexander Bugghins.
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December 1, 2025 at 12:21 AM
NEWS: Santa Claus parade draws crowds to Bonnyville's main street
Santa Claus parade draws crowds to Bonnyville's main street
This year's Santa Claus parade took place on Saturday night in Bonnyville.
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November 30, 2025 at 11:40 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta's rural communities grapple with alcohol harm amid drug focus
Alberta's rural communities grapple with alcohol harm amid drug focus
While billions flow into drug recovery programs, alcohol-related harm in rural Alberta continues to rise—fueling fatal crashes, domestic violence and chronic health issues amid scarce treatment options.
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November 30, 2025 at 6:16 PM
NEWS: Pen Pal Program in Lac La Biche allows participants to communicate by writing letters
Pen Pal Program in Lac La Biche allows participants to communicate by writing letters
The program is starting in January through Lac La Biche County Libraries
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November 30, 2025 at 5:04 PM
NEWS: Council votes to release $3 million in long-restricted capital funds
Council votes to release $3 million in long-restricted capital funds
Cold Lake City Council has approved the release of more than $3 million in previously restricted capital funds, unlocking resources from a variety of completed, cancelled, or grant-funded projects across multiple city departments.
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November 30, 2025 at 4:33 PM
NEWS: Elk Point Santas may reduce food hampers amid growing need
Elk Point Santas may reduce food hampers amid growing need
As Elk Point gears up for a festive Christmas season, the Community Lions Club is working to ensure that every family can experience the joy of the holidays through their Santa's Anonymous program.
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November 30, 2025 at 3:03 PM
NEWS: Policing costs consume 25 per cent of Town of St. Paul's revenue
Policing costs consume 25 per cent of Town of St. Paul's revenue
The Town of St. Paul is preparing to directly appeal to the Government of Alberta about "crippling" policing costs.
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November 29, 2025 at 11:04 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Prairie Storm Chasers document historic EF-5 Tornado in North Dakota
Prairie Storm Chasers document historic EF-5 Tornado in North Dakota
No one had seen an EF-5 tornado in a dozen years. That was until this June, when Braydon Morisseau and the Prairie Storm Chasers witnessed a massive storm rip through a small North Dakota town.
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November 29, 2025 at 6:34 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: African cultural site planned for Athabasca County
African cultural site planned for Athabasca County
CanAfric group hopes to be set up by 2027 if everything goes according to plan
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November 29, 2025 at 6:16 PM
NEWS: Cold Lake council delays Kokum’s House expansion, seeks clarity on future plans
Cold Lake council delays Kokum’s House expansion, seeks clarity on future plans
The City of Cold Lake is pressing pause on a decision that could shape the future of Kokum’s House, the men’s Indigenous recovery program operated by the Cold Lake Native Friendship Centre Society (CLNFCS).
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November 29, 2025 at 6:03 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Canmore explorer sets sail on expedition to High Arctic
Canmore explorer sets sail on expedition to High Arctic
“We're drawn by ice and remoteness and a lot of the … experiences of being in the Arctic brings you closer to the earlier explorers."
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November 29, 2025 at 4:33 PM
NEWS: Cold Lake council approves $350,000 funding agreement for Aircraft Maintenance Project
Cold Lake council approves $350,000 funding agreement for Aircraft Maintenance Project
City of Cold Lake council has approved a $350,000 federal grant to support the Aircraft Maintenance Engineering project, funding renovations and training programs at the new Portage Aerospace Campus.
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November 29, 2025 at 3:34 PM
NEWS: Search warrant in MD of Bonnyville nets stolen truck, firearm and 2,500 rounds of ammunition
Search warrant in MD of Bonnyville nets stolen truck, firearm and 2,500 rounds of ammunition
Accused remanded into custody
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November 29, 2025 at 12:34 AM
NEWS: Cold Lake council delays Rural Renewal Stream decision as major provincial changes loom
Cold Lake council delays Rural Renewal Stream decision as major provincial changes loom
The City of Cold Lake will wait two more weeks before deciding how to move forward with its Rural Renewal Stream immigration program.
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November 29, 2025 at 12:03 AM
BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta's Smith says recall petitions distracting from government's 'amazing' work
Alberta's Smith says recall petitions distracting from government's 'amazing' work
Smith reiterated that her caucus was hoping to get input on what changes to make to the provincial recall legislation.
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November 28, 2025 at 11:45 PM
NEWS: St. Paul Curling Club uses the rink to raise money for Haying in the 30's
St. Paul Curling Club uses the rink to raise money for Haying in the 30's
The St. Paul Curling Club showed its commitment to the community by raising $3,700 for the Haying in the 30's Cancer Support Society at its sixth annual funspiel.
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November 28, 2025 at 10:01 PM
NEWS: Launch of Red Ribbon campaign "overwhelmingly positive"
Launch of Red Ribbon campaign "overwhelmingly positive"
ST. PAUL - First responders volunteered their time to bag groceries with Mothers Against Drunk Driving in St. Paul on Nov. 27. Despite an afternoon snowstorm slowing down traffic at Leonora’s No Frills, Lakeland MADD President Dianne Belanger said they collected over $400 in cash during the launch for the annual red ribbon campaign, as well as debit and credit card donations at the tills which haven’t been totalled yet. “During the holiday season is when the most social gatherings are, and that's why this campaign [takes place] at this time of year. Just to remind everybody not to drive impaired,” said Belanger. She said the response to the red ribbon launch was “overwhelmingly great.” “It was very, very heartwarming to see the support . . . I get lots of good positive feedback . . . And I think what people have to realize is that, and this is very important, that impaired driving is the number one cause of criminal death in Canada,” said Belanger. St. Paul RCMP Cst. Jason Jackson said the issue of impaired driving impacts many families. He volunteered some of his off-duty time for the event, saying “I’m just here doing my part.” According to Statistics Canada, 8,086 people were charged with impaired driving in Alberta in 2023, the most recent year data is available for. Nation-wide, there were 71,803 incidents recorded in 2023, with 68 of those incidents ending in the death of at least one person. Belanger does presentations and awareness work year-round throughout the Lakeland, but says the goal is to work herself out of a job. “People can get themselves a ribbon or a decal to display on their vehicles, their backpacks, their purses, wherever they want, just as a reminder to show their commitment to not driving impaired and as a reminder to others not to as well,” said Belanger.
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November 28, 2025 at 9:03 PM
NEWS: Large load on Lakeland roads Dec. 2
Large load on Lakeland roads Dec. 2
Lakeland motorists should prepare for traffic disruptions starting Dec. 2 as an oversized load makes its way from Lloydminster to Fort McMurray, next week.
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November 28, 2025 at 7:33 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: CIBC analysts cast doubt on private sector taking on new B.C. pipeline any time soon
CIBC analysts cast doubt on private sector taking on new B.C. pipeline any time soon
Analysts at CIBC Capital Markets say they don't expect the private sector to take the lead on a new West Coast oilsands pipeline so long as the British Columbia government and First Nations are opposed. "The requirement to consult with B.C.
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November 28, 2025 at 7:19 PM
NEWS: Broncs and country music fill Elk Point Ag Society arena to the rafters
Broncs and country music fill Elk Point Ag Society arena to the rafters
The C. G. Baker Memorial Arena in Elk Point was alive with the sights and sounds of rodeo and country music on Nov. 22.
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November 28, 2025 at 7:02 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Recall petition approved for Alberta's Red Tape Reduction Minister Dale Nally
Recall petition approved for Alberta's Red Tape Reduction Minister Dale Nally
A dispute over the use of voter data has ignited a recall effort against Alberta MLA Dale Nally, raising questions about privacy and the integrity of the electoral process.
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November 28, 2025 at 6:39 PM
NEWS: Senior Holiday Social returns on Dec. 4
Senior Holiday Social returns on Dec. 4
The event, which has been taking place in the community for about 12 years, provides an opportunity for seniors from the Lac La Biche area to enjoy a meal, fellowship and have fun.
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November 28, 2025 at 6:26 PM