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Kalyna Country PCN urging vigilance when it comes to measles

With measles on the rise throughout the country, the Kalyna Country Primary Care Network here in Vegreville is urging people to be vigilant when it comes to symptoms of the virus.

Town of Smoky Lake currently conducting Regional Recreation Services Study

The Town of Smoky Lake is currently conducting a Regional Recreation Services Study within Smoky Lake County, the Village of Vilna, and the Village of Waskatenau.

Town of Vegreville now looking for volunteers to help with Canada Day festivities

The Town of Vegreville is now looking for volunteers for the annual Canada Day festivities at Pysanka Park.

Healthcare for newcomers information session will be held in Vegreville next month

The VegMin Learning Society along with the Action for Healthy Communities will hosting a free session about healthcare for newcomers to Canada and to our community.

Elk Point’s A.G. Ross Arena getting major upgrade with funding from Alberta’s Active Communities Initiative

Elk Point’s A.G. Ross Arena is getting a major upgrade with $750,000 from Alberta’s Active Communities Initiative.

2nd Annual Winter Family Carnival happening this weekend

The Vergreville Alliance Church is hosting its 2nd annual Winter Family Carnival on Saturday, March 15th, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Town of Tofield gears up for the return of the Snow Goose Festival this April

The Snow Goose Festival is set to make its return to the Town of Tofield this April.

Uncertainty makes plans to the U.S. a dilemma for some wary travellers

With the uncertainty of the Canadian/United States dollar exchange or teeter-tottering tariffs and the like, travellers with plans to visit the U.S. or leaving a port to catch a cruise have quite the dilemma these days.  

Alberta reaches tentative agreement with the United Nurses of Alberta

The provincial government and the United Nurses of Alberta have reached a tentative contract agreement covering 33-thousand registered nurses.

Viking and Beaver FCSS now offering free tax filing service

The Viking and Beaver Family and Community Support Services is now offering a free tax filing service for low-income individuals with simple tax returns.

Town of Vegreville to host Public Hearing on proposed bylaw

The Town of Vegreville will be hosting a Public Hearing on a proposed by-law on Monday, March 24th at 6:30pm in the Council Chambers.

Alberta’s 2025 budget will boost Grants In Place Of Taxes Program by millions

Alberta’s 2025 budget boosts the Grants in Place of Taxes program by $17.2 million, increasing municipal revenue from provincially owned buildings.

Brettzky’s Hockey Challenge celebrates 10 year anniversary in 2025

The Brettzky’s Hockey Challenge Hockey Camp is celebrating its 10-year anniversary this year.

Andrew Rural Academy receives approval for funding; will officially open in September 2025

The Andrew Rural Academy is pleased to announce that they have received official Ministerial approval for the 2025-2026 school year. The school will have a focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, or STEM, programming.

Mark Carney set to become Canada’s next Prime Minister

Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney will become Canada's next Prime Minister.

Cold Lake RCMP investigation leads to one of the largest drug seizures in region’s history

Cold Lake RCMP’s General Investigations Section has wrapped up a major drug trafficking investigation, resulting in one of the largest drug seizures in the region’s history.

Surging cases of measles in Canada a concern

Canada's chief public health officer is concerned about surging cases of measles, both in Canada and around the world.

Alberta to transfer ownership of hundreds of hospitals away from AHS

Starting April 1, Alberta’s government will transfer ownership of hundreds of hospitals and care centers from Alberta Health Services to Alberta Infrastructure.

Alberta pushes back against U.S. tariffs with “Buy Alberta” campaign

Alberta is pushing back against new U.S. tariffs with a “Buy Alberta” campaign, promoting local agriculture and food products.

Vegreville Pysanka Festival now looking for vendors for this year’s event

The Vegreville Pysanka Festival is now looking for vendors for this year’s event.

Vegreville Vision Credit Union now accepting donations for upcoming Kidsport silent auction

The Vegreville Vision Credit Union is preparing to host a silent auction in support of Kidsport Vegreville this spring.

Human remains identified in Saddle Lake Cree Nation

A human skull found last year in Saddle Lake Cree Nation has been identified as missing person Bradley McGilvery.

Vermilion RCMP charge 40 year old man with child luring

On March 1, 2025, Vermilion RCMP received a report regarding an individual who was sending text messages of a sexual nature to a youth under the age of 18.

3rd Annual Multi Industry Career Fair happens this month at the Vegreville Social Centre

Excitement is growing as the Vegreville and District Chamber of Commerce prepares for the 3rd Annual Multi Industry Career Fair.
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