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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

Wicked Watersport Rentals sold as Cold Lake owner announces 2025 election bid

Wicked Watersport Rentals sold as Cold Lake owner announces 2025 election bid

COLD LAKE - Ray Cowell, owner of Wicked Watersport Rentals, made two major announcements during the public question period at the City of Cold Lake's Jan. 13 regular council meeting.
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Cold Lake council approves grant to support Alex Janvier memorial event

Cold Lake council approves grant to support Alex Janvier memorial event

The City of Cold Lake has approved a grant to support a cultural event honouring world-renowned Indigenous artist Alex Janvier. 
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Cold Lake considers bylaw change to allow 24-hour childcare services

Cold Lake considers bylaw change to allow 24-hour childcare services

The City of Cold Lake is moving forward with a proposal to allow 24-hour childcare services, a change aimed at supporting families with non-standard work schedules.  
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Community spirit shines at Kinosoo Beach’s winter rink

Community spirit shines at Kinosoo Beach’s winter rink

When winter arrives in Cold Lake, so does the magic of a lovingly maintained skating rink on Cold Lake, near Kinosoo Beach.
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Second round of public engagement sessions about healthcare coming to the Lakeland

Second round of public engagement sessions about healthcare coming to the Lakeland

Albertans in the Lakeland region are invited to provide feedback on the province's healthcare system during a series of in-person public engagement sessions hosted by Alberta Health Services (AHS) in March. 
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Bully Free Committee launches Pink in the Rink campaign in Cold Lake

Bully Free Committee launches Pink in the Rink campaign in Cold Lake

The Cold Lake and District FCSS Bully Free Committee is gearing up for one of its most beloved annual initiatives, the Pink in the Rink campaign, running from Jan. 13 to 31.
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Cold Lake council denies funding request from Black Community Association

Cold Lake council denies funding request from Black Community Association

The City of Cold Lake addressed a request from the Cold Lake Black Community Association for financial support at a special council meeting held on Dec. 20.  
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Cold Lake Aeros hockey explores expansion into Alberta Junior Female Hockey League

Cold Lake Aeros hockey explores expansion into Alberta Junior Female Hockey League

The Aeros Hockey Academy Association, based in Cold Lake, is exploring the possibility of expanding into the Alberta Junior Female Hockey League (AJFHL) to address a gap in opportunities for young adult female hockey players in the Lakeland region.  
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Imperial Cold Lake recognizes staff excellence in supporting culture with 2024 awards

Imperial Cold Lake recognizes staff excellence in supporting culture with 2024 awards

Imperial Cold Lake has announced the recipients of its 2024 Excellence in Supporting Culture Awards (ESCA).  
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Sewage infrastructure destroyed by fire in Cold Lake

Sewage infrastructure destroyed by fire in Cold Lake

A sewage flow control cabinet located north of 54th Avenue in Cold Lake was allegedly set on fire on Jan. 8, resulting in its complete destruction. 
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