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Myrnam Fun Days brings community together

Myrnam Fun Days brings community together

A team of volunteers and the support of the community were the driving forces behind the success of this year's Myrnam Fun Days.
'Paint the Ice' wraps up ice season at Lac La Biche's Bold Centre

'Paint the Ice' wraps up ice season at Lac La Biche's Bold Centre

The event took place at the Bold Centre's Swamp Cats Arena on July 20.
Voyageurs Golf Classic set to return for third year

Voyageurs Golf Classic set to return for third year

The event, which has taken place for the past three years at the Lac La Biche Golf and Country Club, is put on to raise money for Portage College sports teams.
Melyssa Lee and the Education Party band plays July 19 Music in the Forest concert

Melyssa Lee and the Education Party band plays July 19 Music in the Forest concert

The Calgary-based musical group played many of its own material along with covers of popular songs.
Alberta Wake Tour makes waves at Beaver Lake

Alberta Wake Tour makes waves at Beaver Lake

A wake surfing event on July 19 at Beaver Lake Provincial Park featured competitors from across Alberta, including a few from Lac La Biche.
Drilling rig in place on orphan well within residential area of Bonnyville

Drilling rig in place on orphan well within residential area of Bonnyville

A drilling rig has been mobilized to address an abandoned well leaking sweet gas, predominantly methane, within a residential area of the Town of Bonnyville. The well, discovered last year, dates back to the 1950s.
Volunteers busy gearing up for 27th Haying in the 30’s event

Volunteers busy gearing up for 27th Haying in the 30’s event

Every Wednesday, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., volunteers also go to the site for “Wednesday Work Bees,” lending a hand to get the site ready for the thousands of visitors that are expected. Those interested in volunteering can get in touch with the organization.
MD of Bonnyville declares state of municipal agricultural disaster due to drought

MD of Bonnyville declares state of municipal agricultural disaster due to drought

The Municipal District of Bonnyville has declared a state of municipal agricultural disaster, effective July 23, as a severe drought grips the region.
Extremely dry conditions prompt return of Lac La Biche County fire ban

Extremely dry conditions prompt return of Lac La Biche County fire ban

While all existing fire permits are suspended, no few fire permits will be issued, and all burning - including campfires - is prohibited, quad and UTV use is still permitted in Lac La Biche County.
Lac La Biche Heritage Society prepares to celebrate 50 years

Lac La Biche Heritage Society prepares to celebrate 50 years

The anniversary event is taking place on Sept. 5 and 6.
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