Category Archives: Local News

Métis Storytelling Shines in New Children's Book 'The Best Gift Ever'
A new children's book celebrating Mtis culture, music, and family is set to release this spring. The Best Gift Ever written by Wilfred Burton and illustrated by Natalie Laurin and published by Heritag...
Daniel Barker-Tremblay Apr 16, 2026

Alberta looks to replace highway welcome signs with province-shaped placards
Tourists, truckers and others travelers could soon be greeted by new Welcome to Alberta signs when they cross into the province. The government is planning to replace its nearly two dozen square, wood...
Digital News Apr 16, 2026

New Skateboarding Workshop Coming to Grande Prairie
The YMCA of Grande Prairie has partnered with a local skateboarder to host a free youth skateboarding skills workshop on Saturday, April 18, at Keyara Place from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Kids will have the o...
Jackson Fontaine Apr 15, 2026

Vendor Applications Open Up for Devon's Downtown Markets
Vendor applications have officially opened up for Devon's Downton Markets, which will take place over the course of the summer. This year's markets will happen on July 11, July 25, and August 15. Kate...
Jackson Fontaine Apr 15, 2026

Junior First Aid Courses Coming to St.Paul April 26
Mith Heart Starter-Lifesaver Training will be hosting some Jr. First Aid courses coming up on April 26 at the Mannawanis Centre in St.Paul. They will hold a Jr. Heart Starter course and a Jr. First Ai...
Jackson Fontaine Apr 14, 2026

Federal government to temporarily suspend federal gas tax until Labour Day
The Federal government will suspend the excise fuel tax on gasoline and diesel until Labour Day as the Iran war sends energy costs surging. The tax break will start April 20 and is expected to save Ca...
Digital News Apr 14, 2026

'Youth on the Land' Program Empowers Red Deer Youth Through Culture & Community
The Red Deer Native Friendship Society is inviting youth aged 14 to 24 to take part in its 'Youth on the Land' program, offering hands-on cultural learning rooted in traditional teachings. Participant...
Daniel Barker-Tremblay Apr 14, 2026

Two suspects charged in connection to Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation shooting
Arrests have been made following a shots-fired incident on Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation in northern Alberta. On March 25th, 2026, Valleyview RCMP responded to reports of gunfire at a residence. Police sa...
Digital News Apr 13, 2026

Garden Valley Community Centre Welcomes Spring Market
The Garden Valley Community Centre in Spruce Grove has its Bloom and Browse Spring Market coming up on Saturday, April 18, and Sunday, April 19, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. each day. Heather B...
Jackson Fontaine Apr 13, 2026

Westglen Elementary School Traditional Pow Wow to Debut inside Edmonton Expo
Westglen Elementary School is set to host their 8th annual Pow Wow, marking a milestone as the celebration moves indoors to the Edmonton Expo Centre on April 14. The event will bring together students...
Daniel Barker-Tremblay Apr 13, 2026 Pow Wow Dancer in a school (Photo Credits - Daniel Barker-Tremblay)
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