Arrest made in Sturgeon Lake homicide
On June 29, 2025, the RCMP Serious Crime Branch arrested 35-year-old Branden Munro in British Columbia for the second-degree murder of 28-year-old Isiah Cordell Cardinal, which occurred on June 22 at Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation. Munro has
New Tax Cuts in Place in Alberta
In Budget 2025, the Alberta government introduced a new 8% personal income tax for income up to $60,000. That’s a reduction from the previous 10% rate is expected to save individual taxpayers up to $750 annually and
BLC supplies funding to childcare in area
Big Lakes County Council has approved $160,000 to enhance childcare services in High Prairie and Kinuso. During the June 11, 2025, Regular Council Meeting, the Council allocated $80,000 to the Kinuso Childcare Society for the startup of
Mackenzie County Amalgamates Wards 9 & 10
Mackenzie County will have a different look on the ballot this fall. That’s because Wards 9 and 10 are becoming one ward. This after many meetings and debates on the subject, since November. However, a motion to
New fires in area, caused by Lightning
Lightning in the area is starting to cause issues for Wildfire fighters, as they try to gain the upper-hand on several blazes. A small fire northeast of Grouard was caused by lightning, which started earlier this morning.
RCMP Weekly Wanted…
From the RCMP’s Weekly Wanted File, police are looking for Christopher Kidney Schellenberg. Their last known whereabouts was in Bushe River, and is noted for activities in Fort Vermilion, High Level, Eleske, on the Child Lake Reserve
Fox Lake RCMP seize vehicle and alcohol
On June 28, 2025, at approximately 8:45 a.m., Fox Lake RCMP a traffic stop in the community of Fox Lake after observing a vehicle displaying a mismatched license plate. The investigation revealed that the vehicle lacked proper
Grimshaw appoints new Interim CAO
The Town of Grimshaw has appointed Belinda Russell as Acting Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), effective July 12, 2025. Russell brings extensive experience in municipal administration, having served in roles such as front desk services, taxation, accounts payable,
L’Ecole Heritage re-dedicates Athlete award.
At the end-of-year ceremony on June 26, Heritage School honored retiring principal Mrs. Nicole Walisser by announcing the creation of the “Nicole Walisser Award” for Athlete of the Year. This annual award will recognize high school students
Canada Day in the Peace Region
Celebrations are happening all day today to ring in Canada’s 158th Birthday. In Peace River, festivities are happening with Bouncy Castles, Live Entertainment, a Twonie swim, balloon animals, face painting, food trucks, door prizes games and more,