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The St. Paul Journal covers the news and community of St. Paul and area in northeast Alberta. Breaking news and photos 24/7 at http://lakelandtoday.ca

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Increasing efficiency focus of changes at Bonnyville Health Centre Efforts are underway to alleviate congestion in the Bonnyville Health Centre's emergency room. Upcoming renovations aim to improve patient flow and create a more comfortable waiting area, addressing a persistent bottleneck caused by a shortage of long-term care beds in the region.

NEWS: Increasing efficiency focus of changes at Bonnyville Health Centre

21.11.2025 00:04 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Portion of St. Paul main street closed late afternoon, emergency vehicles on scene Emergency vehicles on scene of incident along main street, Nov. 20 in St. Paul.

NEWS: Portion of St. Paul main street closed late afternoon, emergency vehicles on scene

20.11.2025 23:28 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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MΓ©tis week celebrated with food, dance, and history at Portage College’s Cold Lake campus Portage College’s Cold Lake campus welcomed community members, students, and local organizations for a vibrant MΓ©tis Week celebration, highlighting culture, history, and the deep MΓ©tis roots of the college itself.

NEWS: MΓ©tis week celebrated with food, dance, and history at Portage College’s Cold Lake campus

20.11.2025 23:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Lac La Biche RCMP respond to fatal traffic collision The incident occurred on the morning of Nov. 17 on Highway 663.

NEWS: Lac La Biche RCMP respond to fatal traffic collision

20.11.2025 20:42 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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U11 Elk Point Avalanche earn first tournament gold of the season The 2025-26 season is off to a golden start for the Elk Point U11 Avalanche, who celebrated a tournament championship on home ice after a victory over the Fort McMurray Eagles.

NEWS: U11 Elk Point Avalanche earn first tournament gold of the season

20.11.2025 20:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Alberta to support silica sand exploration and extraction on public land The initiative will reduce red tape as as well as Alberta'a dependence on silica sand imports, which will create jobs in the province and support economic growth.

NEWS: Alberta to support silica sand exploration and extraction on public land

20.11.2025 19:07 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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School bus and class cancellations part of life for Lakeland students in winter Northern Lights Public Schools (NLPS) has procedures in place when making decisions to cancel bus routes and bus routes.

NEWS: School bus and class cancellations part of life for Lakeland students in winter

20.11.2025 17:05 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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RCMP looking for suspects from armed robbery in Saddle Lake An investigation into a robbery in Saddle Lake has stalled, prompting RCMP to seek the public's help in identifying the individuals responsible for the crime.

NEWS: RCMP looking for suspects from armed robbery in Saddle Lake

20.11.2025 16:43 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Supper and dance hosted in Lac La Biche in celebration of MΓ©tis Week The event, which featured food, socialization, and musical entertainment, was held at the Bold Center community hall on Nov. 15.

NEWS: Supper and dance hosted in Lac La Biche in celebration of MΓ©tis Week

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Practical nurses and health care aides serve strike notice in Alberta Alberta's healthcare system is bracing for potential disruptions as licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and health care aides (HCAs) prepare to strike over wages.

NEWS: Practical nurses and health care aides serve strike notice in Alberta

20.11.2025 14:32 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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ICYMI: Here’s Your Go-To Guide To Spotting The Northern Lights This Winter COOL WINTER GUIDE: You need to experience this colourful rainbow of light at least once in your lifetime. Follow along as we explore the wonders of Alberta’s dark sky paradise.

COOL WINTER GUIDE: ICYMI: Here’s Your Go-To Guide To Spotting The Northern Lights This Winter #CoolWinterGuide #AdvertisingFeature #AlbertaTravel

20.11.2025 14:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Illegal hunting an issue across Alberta During the hunting season, provincial fish and wildlife officers are out enforcing hunting regulations and looking for violations.

NEWS: Illegal hunting an issue across Alberta

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Lakeland leaders unite in support of oil and gas following municipal election Municipal leaders across the Lakeland – many of whom were elected during the fall municipal election - are voicing strong support for the oil and gas sector, emphasizing collaboration, investment readiness, and sustainable development as essential to maintaining the region’s economic strength.

NEWS: Lakeland leaders unite in support of oil and gas following municipal election

19.11.2025 23:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Keeping safe on the road when students are in class Law enforcement officials with the Town of Bonnyville and Lac La Biche County spoke about the importance of stopping for buses with red lights flashing, not passing in a school zone, and always being attentive.

NEWS: Keeping safe on the road when students are in class

19.11.2025 21:36 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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OPINION: The great indoors As the days shorten and the temperature drops, the familiar dread of winter can start to creep in.

NEWS: OPINION: The great indoors

19.11.2025 20:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Facial recognition not an option for MP Stubbs during surgical recovery Lakeland MP Shannon Stubbs was unable to use the facial recognition software required to vote remotely on the House of Commons budget vote, which passed 170-168 on Nov. 17. Stubbs is recovering from surgery to her jaw and chin, which are currently wired shut after being broken in three places.

NEWS: Facial recognition not an option for MP Stubbs during surgical recovery

19.11.2025 20:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Crossfield mother celebrates World Children's Day with focus on inclusion In Crossfield, one mother is using World Children's Day as a platform to shine a light on the systemic barriers faced by children with disabilities.

BEYOND LOCAL: Crossfield mother celebrates World Children's Day with focus on inclusion

19.11.2025 18:49 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Walk for Hope in Lac La Biche raises awareness of bullying, family violence The 23rd annual Walk for Hope event took place on Nov. 13, with participants walking from Γ‰cole Sainte-Catherine, a local Francophone school located on 102nd Avenue in the hamlet of Lac La Biche, to Portage College.

NEWS: Walk for Hope in Lac La Biche raises awareness of bullying, family violence

19.11.2025 16:48 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Recall petition pending for local MLA over use of notwithstanding clause As recall petitions gain traction across Alberta, residents in the Athabasca-Barrhead-Westlock riding are awaiting approval to begin their own effort to remove MLA Glenn van Dijken from office.

BEYOND LOCAL: Recall petition pending for local MLA over use of notwithstanding clause

19.11.2025 16:34 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Fresh snowfall and winter road conditions in the Lakeland Wednesday morning With a fresh layer of snow on the ground Wednesday morning, Bonnyville RCMP are reminding motorists to use caution when driving in winter conditions.

NEWS: Fresh snowfall and winter road conditions in the Lakeland Wednesday morning

19.11.2025 16:29 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Guthrie addresses UCP lawsuit on PC branding MLA Peter Guthrie is disputing a UCP lawsuit over the revived PC brand, calling it political intimidation, while the UCP says the action is needed to protect its trademarks.

BEYOND LOCAL: Guthrie addresses UCP lawsuit on PC branding

19.11.2025 15:49 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Alberta government invokes notwithstanding clause on transgender legislation Bill 9 shields three controversial laws from Charter challenges for five years, affecting health care, education and sports for trans youth.

BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta government invokes notwithstanding clause on transgender legislation

19.11.2025 15:35 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Town of St. Paul council debate on whether there should be council meetings close to regular elections Should the work of the Town of St. Paul council pause in the weeks leading up to an election? That's the question being asked by members of council as they weigh changes to the town's procedural bylaw.

NEWS: Town of St. Paul council debate on whether there should be council meetings close to regular elections

19.11.2025 15:17 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Alberta’s COP30 delegate is a former oil industry lobbyist A former lobbyist for Canada's largest oil and gas producers is representing Alberta at COP30, raising concerns about the province's commitment to climate action.

BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta’s COP30 delegate is a former oil industry lobbyist

19.11.2025 15:17 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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St. Paul driver named bus driver of the year Christie Lanza was named driver of the year by the Student Transportation Association of Alberta (STAA) for her commitment to safety and reputation for going above and beyond what is expected. Lanza plays a key role in the "Ride with Prudence" program at Conseil-Scolaire Centre-Est, which teaches students and their parents about bus safety.

NEWS: St. Paul driver named bus driver of the year

19.11.2025 14:33 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Lights, camera, Alberta: Explore hollywood movie magic in your backyard. COOL WINTER GUIDE: Imagine walking in the footsteps of Leonardo DiCaprio, Matthew McConaughey, and other Hollywood stars, right here in Alberta!

COOL WINTER GUIDE: Lights, camera, Alberta: Explore hollywood movie magic in your backyard. #CoolWinterGuide #AdvertisingFeature #AlbertaTravel

19.11.2025 14:05 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Expectant parents face service disruption at Cold Lake Health Centre As the Christmas season nears, it appears there is no room at the inn for deliveries with word from AHS that obstetric services have been impacted due to a shortage of physicians

NEWS: Expectant parents face service disruption at Cold Lake Health Centre

18.11.2025 23:33 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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St. Paul Education board discusses voter turnout, board composition There were fewer voters for the St. Paul Education board of trustees than in previous years due to the lack of co-ordination with the Town of St. Paul's municipal election.

NEWS: St. Paul Education board discusses voter turnout, board composition

18.11.2025 22:47 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Moraine Lake chosen for new Alberta license plates After three rounds of voting, Alberta's iconic Moraine Lake is the winner of a contest for the new background image on Alberta license plates. The plates will come in to service in mid-2026, but drivers can continue using the old plates provided they are in good condition.

NEWS: Moraine Lake chosen for new Alberta license plates

18.11.2025 22:12 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Alberta to test emergency alert system Wednesday The province of Alberta will be joining the rest of Canada in testing the Alert Ready system this Wednesday. At 1:55 p.m. MT, the alert will sound on radio, television, and compatible mobile devices to ensure the system is functioning correctly.

BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta to test emergency alert system Wednesday

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