Adults with disabilities invited to get together at Kinosoo Beach July 30 The Lakeland takes pride in in its natural beauty, but much of the developed outdoor recreation infrastructure can be difficult for people with disabilities to use. Kay Lee Hallwachs lives in the M.D. of Bonnyville, and is an accessibilty consultant with Axcessibility Forward. […]
What does it take to get a community rodeo to its 60th anniversary? “A lot of community involvement, a lot of commitment from fellow neighbours and friends and neighbouring associations—in this case Lake Bellevue Ag Society. They came over and gave us a hand through the George Canyon concert and helped us prepare for some […]
It’s like holding history in your hands. The .303 British style of military rifle was standard issue for armies of the British Empire and later the British Commonwealth for many decades. As the weapons were replaced and sold as surplus over the years, they were adopted as a standard hunting rifle in many Canadian homes. […]
It’s showtime, folks! The Cold Lake Air Show is ready to put on a thrilling spectacle July 20 and 21 at 4 Wing Cold Lake. The grounds will be packed with opportunities to see amazing aircraft up close and meet with their crews, fun learning activities for the whole family, and lots more. But the […]
No red carpet, no black tie—the opening of the St. Paul and District Arts Foundation’s new gallery on June 11 was an informal affair. Local artists including Herman Poulin and Eric Spoeth were joined by other local dignitaries for the opening. The first exhibit in the brand-new gallery, fittingly, had a Youth Art theme. Artists […]
Cold Lake Search and Rescue Society (CLSARS) offered high-level training from leading international experts earlier this month. Dr. Robert Koester is an expert in lost-person behaviour and Brett Stoffel has written important books on managing inland searches. Both are from the US. The training, held at RCAF Association 784 Wing, was titled Managing Inland Search […]
Quilts, critters, firehose soccer, and wagon rides were just part of the fun at Willow Prairie Farm Fair June 15. Displays, food trucks, games, music, and more activities and attractions rounded out the day, all thanks to the efforts of community volunteers. Photos by JEFF GAYE
Construction on Bonnyville’s new Strathcona Performing Arts Centre is nearing the halfway point, and the Clayton Bellamy Foundation for the Arts is pushing its fundraising toward the finish line. But the foundation’s upcoming Gala and Golf weekend is about more than generating funds, said Clayton Bellamy. “Obviously right now the fundraising is taking precedence because […]
Five Alberta-based Co-ops, including Cornerstone Co-op, have joined forces to raise thousands of dollars for the Mental Health Foundation of Alberta. The Co-ops’ Communities in Mind initiative raised a combined total of $74,824.30 this year. All of the money raised will be used to support mental health in each Co-op’s respective trading area. Jordyn Prior […]
The Lakeland celebrated Alberta Seniors Week with fun, facts, and food. Community organizations offered enjoyable and informative activities all week long, with plenty of socializing and lots to eat. St. Paul Regional FCSS conducted their annual Seniors Week tour with luncheons in St. Paul, Heinsburg, Mallaig, Elk Point, and Ashmont. The events included games, local […]