Management of Big Lakes County waste transfer stations will be transferred to another authority to save the County money. At its regular meeting Feb. 25, council passed a motion that the management of ...

Big Lakes County has named members to the inter-municipal weed and pest appeal board. At its regular meeting Feb. 25, council appointed Brianne Brault, George Blackhurst, Duane Nichols and Doug ...

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Alberta has a long history in Canada as a leading province, joining confederation Sept. 1, 1905. Agriculture, forestry and the energy industry have significantly contributed to the economy of Alberta ...

A four-way stop created in Kinuso on a main road last summer to make it safer for motorists and pedestrians will remain in place. At its regular meeting Feb. 25, council received a report of a review ...

Peace River is The Land of 12-Foot Davis, McLennan is the Bird Capital of Canada, Falher is the Honey Capital of Alberta and Manning likes to call itself The Land of the Mighty Moose. Fairview is ...

Big Lakes County council has updated its briefing notes to discuss local issues and priorities with provincial cabinet ministers at the spring convention of the Rural Municipalities of Alberta ...

It is with profound sadness the family of Gwen Cuthbert, of High Prairie, announce her passing. She was the last remaining member of the Wolfe children. Gwen was prede- ceased by: her parents Elmer ...

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Loretta Mae Hewko (née Savill), a longtime resident of High Prairie, AB. Loretta passed away on Feb. 24, 2026, at the age of 88 years. Loretta ...

The team that swept the High Prairie Regals out of the NPHL playoffs is poised to do the same in the semi-final series. The Manning Comets lead the Grande Prairie Athletics 3-0 in their best-of-seven ...

Grade 6 Social Studies students from High Prairie St. Andrew’s School attended a Big Lakes County council meeting Feb. 25 to learn more about municipal government. Council welcomed 26 students and ...

Big Lakes County presented three $2,363.88 cheques to High Prairie organizations Feb. 25 from remaining funds of the annual Big Lakes Invitational Charity Golf tournament that was terminated by ...