Fairview Council Highlights…
The Town of Fairview has approved its 2026 budget with no increase to municipal taxes—continuing a streak that dates back to 2013. Council also received its 2025 audited financial statements from MNP, reporting a surplus of just
Energy Alberta conducting Field studies
Energy Alberta is moving ahead with early groundwork for the proposed Peace River Nuclear Power Project, launching a series of environmental field studies this spring and summer. Residents in the region may notice field crews working across
Fox Creek RCMP looking for suspect in armed robbery
A robbery in the early morning hours of April 9th has police in Fox Creek asking for the public’s help. At approximately 2:44 a.m., an unidentified man entered the local Circle K armed with a kitchen knife
Be Careful around Highway Clean-up this weekend
Alberta RCMP are urging drivers to slow down and stay alert during a province-wide highway cleanup set for May 2nd, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. More than 12,000 volunteers are expected to take part, including about
Slave Lake Wolves Back In NWJHL
They’ve been out of the league since 2014, but now the Slave Lake Wolves have returned to the NWJHL. Team President Alex Pavcek says they’ve already got some strong support from several former players who are involved
Taxes due today…
Canada’s tax deadline is here, and officials are urging last-minute filers to act before the end of the day. Anyone who owes money and misses the deadline could face penalties and added interest. Late filing may also
PRSD Public Engagement Session tonight
The Peace River School Division is looking ahead and asking the community to help shape its future. Officials say public input will guide key decisions, including grade configurations, French Immersion programming, and potential school locations. Residents can
Expansion underway at Lakeshore Regional Police building in Driftpile
Construction is officially underway on a major detachment expansion aimed at improving services for the Lakeshore Regional Police Service in Driftpile. Crews and heavy equipment have moved onto the site, marking the start of a project focused
Northern Sunrise County approves Budget and 2026 Tax Rates
Northern Sunrise County has officially approved its 2026 capital and operating budgets, with a focus on maintaining infrastructure, sustaining services, and strengthening partnerships with neighboring municipalities. Council also passed the 2026 tax rate bylaw, keeping rates unchanged
RCMP Weekly Wanted…
From the RCMP’s Weekly Wanted File, police are looking for Becki Tori Mustus. Her last known whereabouts was in Fort Sakatchewan, but is noted for activities in a number of places, including Valleyview, Sturgeon Lake, Crooked Creek,