RCMP RELEASE: On May 1, 2025, the Cold Lake RCMP were dispatched to a report of a masked male breaking windows at a business in Cold Lake South. Initial reports suggested that a security guard, who was nearby, approached the male while the incident was happening. The suspect subsequently began throwing stones at the se...

MD OF BONNYVILLE RELEASE: The Municipal District of Bonnyville has issued a State of Local Emergency (SOLE) in relation to the fire located north of Highway 660 and north of Evergreen Estates in the Moose Lake area. There is no evacuation order at this time. The Bonnyville Regional Fire Authority, Alberta Forestry, and...

RCMP RELEASE: On May 3, 2025, at approximately 6:55 p.m., a male suspect drove a stolen trackhoe into the parking lot of the Bonnyville RCMP detachment. Investigation has revealed that just prior to this occurring at the detachment, the suspect stole the trachoe from a local business. In the process of stealing the tra...

RCMP RELEASE: On April 15, 2025 at 5:17 p.m., St. Paul RCMP responded to collision between a semi truck and a minivan at the intersection of Highway 29 and Highway 36 in St. Paul County. Upon arrival on scene, first responders attempted life-saving efforts but, despite their efforts, three were declared deceased on sce...

BRFA RELEASE: A Fire Advisory for the Municipal District of Bonnyville No. 87, Summer Village of Bonnyville Beach, Summer Village of Pelican Narrows and Village of Glendon is effective April 15, 2025. All existing fire permits remain valid. No new fire permits will be issued for non-essential heavy fuel burning (windro...

CITY OF COLD LAKE RELEASE: Seventeen grant applications were brought to council for final approval on April 8. Of these applications, 16 fell under the Community Recreation, Art, Culture, and Heritage Investment (CRACH) Grant and one application was under the Community Capital Grant. However, the Community Grant Adviso...

UPDATE: As of 0900 hours this morning, this vehicle has been located thanks to a report from a member of the public. It is currently being recovered and moved to a secure facility for further investigation and inspection. The BRFA is relocating firefighting resources to ensure ongoing protection for the Iron River area...

RCMP RELEASE: On Oct. 3, 2024, St. Paul RCMP members started an investigation into drug trafficking at a residence in Saddle Lake Cree First Nation, Alta. After 5 months of investigation, St. Paul RCMP members were able to procure a search warrant for the property. On March 19, 2025, St. Paul RCMP members, in partnersh...

FROM NORTHERN LIGHTS PUBLIC SCHOOLS: It is with deep regret that we share an important update regarding services funded through Jordan's Principle. Due to significant delays and uncertainty in receiving federal funding, Northern Lights Public Schools (NLPS) has made the incredibly difficult decision to discontinue thes...

MARCH 24, 2025 - RCMP RELEASE: Bonnyville RCMP are currently on scene of a serious motor vehicle collision on Range Road 460 between Township Road 610 and 604. Police advise that traffic is being redirected while emergency workers respond and police investigate. RCMP anticipate remaining on scene for several hours. A r...