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Federal government predicts higher than normal amount of wildfires across Canada this summer

“Sobering.”  That is how the federal Minister of Natural Resources describes the outlook for the wildfire season in Canada.  Jonathan Wilkinson says the wildfire forecast shows higher than normal...

Federal budget tabled, deficit to continue for foreseeable future

The federal budget will aim to help Canadians struggling with high prices and inflation. A targeted grocery rebate will see low-income residents receive a one-time payment on their GST rebate...

Helly Hansen sweaters recalled over ‘flammability concerns’

A recall for nearly 130,000 Helly Hansen sweaters has been issued because of flammability concerns. The recall notice, issued by Health Canada on Wednesday, warns a variety of Helly Hansen...

Pine-Sol products recalled over bacteria concerns

Here's a heads up if you have a bottle of Pine-Sol sitting around home. The cleaning product is being recalled in Canada and the U.S. because it could be tainted...

Hockey Canada says CEO finished effective immediately, board steps down amid scandal

There's a major shakeup at Hockey Canada. The sport's governing body has announced Chief Executive Officer Scott Smith is leaving the position immediately while the entire board has also...

Prime Minister Trudeau says Canada is in mourning over death of Queen Elizabeth II

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Queen Elizabeth II was a constant presence in our lives. Commenting on her death, Trudeau says Queen Elizabeth II served us all with strength and...

BREAKING: Queen Elizabeth II dies at the age of 96

The longest-reigning British monarch has passed away. Queen Elizabeth II was 96-years-old. Born in 1926 to Prince Albert and Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, Elizabeth had little chance of acceding the throne. She...

Police investigating harassment of Chrystia Freeland during visit to Alberta

RCMP in Alberta is investigating an incident that saw a verbal tirade unleashed against Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland. A video posted on social media last Friday shows a man approaching...

Hockey Canada says it used money from reserve fund to pay for nine settlements totaling $7.6 million

More revelations in the Hockey Canada hearing. The national governing body for the sport in Canada says they paid out...

Pope Francis makes public apology for residential school system

Pope Francis is asking for forgiveness for what he calls the evil committed by so many Christians against Indigenous Peoples. Francis...

Ottawa permanently increasing the Old Age Security pension for the first time since 1973

Eligible Canadian seniors aged 75 and older will see a boost in their pension. Ottawa is permanently increasing the Old...

Ottawa increases Canada Child Benefit

Families across Canada are getting a helping hand dealing with the rising cost of living. Ottawa is increasing the...

U.S. states allowed to ban abortions after Supreme Court decision

The U.S. Supreme Court has overturned Roe vs Wade making way for states to ban abortions The move overturns constitutional...

Unvaccinated Canadians allowed to travel domestically and internationally beginning June 20th

Unvaccinated Canadians will soon be able to board a plane or train. Federal officials announced Tuesday afternoon that, as of...

Random COVID-19 testing to be suspended at Canadian airports

Mandatory COVID-19 testing for fully vaccinated travellers will soon be temporarily lifted at airports in Canada. Reports say the federal...

Eighteen students killed in mass shooting at Texas elementary school

"When in God's name are we going to stand up to the gun lobby?" That from U.S. President Joe Biden...
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Town of Wainwright has lowest cost of living in Alberta

Overall for 2024, on all items, Wainwright comes in at 92.5 meaning its about eight per cent cheaper to buy something in Wainwright compared to Edmonton. Lloydminster comes in at 94.6, meaning prices on average are about two per cent more expensive than Wainwright.

Road expansion for Cenovus Energy Hub begins July 15

If your regular commute takes you along 40 Avenue, from July 15 you will have to adjust that as Lloydminster road crews will lead road upgrades near the soon to be completed Cenovus Energy Hub.

Grace United cancels Sunday service following small fire

In the aftermath of the minor fire at Grace United Church, Lloydminster on Thursday July 3, Sunday service has been cancelled as the church deals with cleanup.

Lloydminster fire crews put out minor fire at Grace United Church

A minor fire at Grace United Church in downtown Lloydminster engaged the efforts of Lloydminster fire crews on Thursday, July 3.

Parade Marshals announced for Lloyd Ex

With the Lloyd Ex Fair celebrating 120 years, the prestigious role of the Parade Marshals to herald the start of the summer festival are Terence Bexson of Marshall and Lyle & Alison Lee of Lloydminster.
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