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Chantel Downes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Chantel Downes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Chantel Downes is a graduate of The King's University, with a passion for writing and storytelling. Originally from Edmonton, she received her degree in English and has a minor in communications.

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Recent Work by Chantel

Winterland Invitational hits $1 million fundraising milestone

Winterland Invitational hits $1 million fundraising milestone

During the Family Day weekend, arenas in the Lakeland were alive with community spirit as hockey teams gathered in Cold Lake, Bonnyville, Elk Point and Glendon as part of the regional tournament. 
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City of Cold Lake rejects pilot for mini vehicles

City of Cold Lake rejects pilot for mini vehicles

GIO scooter owners concerned as use restricted to private property.
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Council rejects funding request for Cold Lake marathon runner’s efforts

Council rejects funding request for Cold Lake marathon runner’s efforts

City of Cold Lake council has rejected a $5,000 grant request from local athlete and philanthropist Curtis Hargrove, who sought support for international marathon runs that aim to raise awareness for mental health, addiction, and suicide prevention.  
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Cold Lake Food Bank gets ready for second ‘Coldest Night of the Year’ event

Cold Lake Food Bank gets ready for second ‘Coldest Night of the Year’ event

The Cold Lake Food Bank is set to host its Coldest Night of the Year event on Feb. 22 at the food bank.  
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City of Cold Lake grants extension for Age-Friendly Cold Lake grant deadline

City of Cold Lake grants extension for Age-Friendly Cold Lake grant deadline

In a decision aimed at supporting local seniors' services, Cold Lake council approved an extension for the Age-Friendly Cold Lake Society (AFCL) to fully utilize its Social Inclusion and Infrastructure Grant (SIIG) funding. 
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City of Cold Lake to host community update luncheon for realtors and industry groups

City of Cold Lake to host community update luncheon for realtors and industry groups

The City of Cold Lake is moving forward with plans to host a community update luncheon for local realtors and other industry organizations.
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First reading for laneway closure approved to support business growth

First reading for laneway closure approved to support business growth

A portion of an undeveloped laneway adjacent to Dairy Queen in Cold Lake South could soon be closed to make way for new commercial development.
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Cold Lake arena turns pink to tackle bullying

Cold Lake arena turns pink to tackle bullying

The Cold Lake Energy Centre Imperial Oil Place Arena was a sea of pink on Feb. 7 as the Cold Lake Junior B Ice and the Cold Lake Bully Free Committee teamed up for the annual Pink the Rink event.  
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Students propose interactive Memorial Park project in Cold Lake

Students propose interactive Memorial Park project in Cold Lake

A new vision for Memorial Park in Cold Lake North was unveiled at the Jan. 28 City of Cold Lake council meeting, as two students from Assumption Junior/Senior High School (AJSH) presented a project aimed at revitalizing the space to honour the military history of the community. 
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Cold Lake builds excitement for Snow Fever Festival

Cold Lake builds excitement for Snow Fever Festival

Cold Lake is gearing up for its annual Snow Fever festival, set to take place over the Family Day long weekend.  
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