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Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 3h

Paul Reutov re-elected as Lac La Biche County mayor

The mayor's new mandate is about advancing progress that has been made with renewed energy and focus.

Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 3h

BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta's Smith applauds decision to end Ontario tariff ad campaign, urges diplomacy

Alberta's Smith applauds decision to end Ontario tariff ad campaign, urges diplomacy

The ads feature footage of former U.S. president Ronald Reagan saying tariffs damage economies, which Trump has claimed to be a false representation of the former president's views.

Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 4h

BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta government pays out $95 million to end another coal policy lawsuit

Alberta government pays out $95 million to end another coal policy lawsuit

The settlement with Evolve Power brings Alberta's overall payout so far to nearly $240 million.

Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 5h

BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta government ending hybrid work policy for public servants starting in February

Alberta government ending hybrid work policy for public servants starting in February

According to the government, 12,600 employees, or roughly 44 per cent of all Alberta provincial employees, had hybrid work arrangements as of this past summer.

Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 5h

Fire chief of Beaver Lake Cree Nation fire department receives Indigenous Achievement Award

Shane Bair received the honour during the Lac La Biche Canadian Native Friendship Centre's annual Indigenous Achievement Awards Banquet, which took place at the Bold Centre on Oct. 18.

Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 6h

Measles exposure in Smoky Lake

Alberta Health Services has issued a measles exposure notice for the emergency department of the Smoky Lake Healthcare Centre.

Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 7h

BEYOND LOCAL: Nenshi keen to get down to work

Nenshi keen to get down to work

Nenshi says Albertans have made it very clear what they want, but none of those concerns are on the legislative agenda released earlier this week by the UCP.

Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 7h

Cold Lake hospital without obstetrical services from Oct. 23 to Oct. 28

A temporary OB/GYN shortage at the Cold Lake Healthcare Centre has resulted in the facility being unable to provide obstetrical service for a period of time.

Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 7h

BEYOND LOCAL: Petition to recall Education Minister Nicolaides approved in Alberta

Petition to recall Education Minister Nicolaides approved in Alberta

Chief electoral officer gives green light to recall bid against Demetrios Nicolaides; organizers have until Jan. 21 to collect 16,006 signatures in Calgary-Bow.

Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 9h

BEYOND LOCAL: 'So disheartening': Alberta teachers dismayed by proposed back-to-work order

'So disheartening': Alberta teachers dismayed by proposed back-to-work order

Premier Danielle Smith announced her government would, absent a negotiated deal at the bargaining table, pass back-to-work legislation Monday to end the strike that began Oct. 6.

Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 23h

Returning officer calls for 'full recount' of M.D. of Bonnyville ballots

The M.D. of Bonnyville's returning officer for the 2025 municipal election has called for a "full recount of all election ballots."

Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 1d

BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta to introduce legislation to stop 'long ballot' protests

Alberta to introduce legislation to stop 'long ballot' protests

A proposed bill in Alberta seeks to reform the nomination process for elections, aiming to prevent 'long ballot' protests.

Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 1d

BEYOND LOCAL: Minister defends changes allowing Canada Post to shutter rural offices

Minister defends changes allowing Canada Post to shutter rural offices

Amidst ongoing financial struggles and labour disputes, the federal government is defending recent changes to Canada Post's mandate, assuring rural and remote communities that their postal services will not be diminished.

Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 1d

Protected post offices in Lakeland in question with lifting of moratorium

The list of protected post offices is being given a closer look as the labour dispute between Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers continues. The list includes all 27 post offices in the Lakeland region.

Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 1d

BEYOND LOCAL: Premier Smith affirms Alberta's 2050 net zero goal in testy committee appearance

Premier Smith affirms Alberta's 2050 net zero goal in testy committee appearance

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith reiterated her province's commitment to becoming a carbon neutral economy by 2050.

Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 1d

BEYOND LOCAL: Well in rural Alberta may hold clues to 1990 disappearance of Ruth Clarke

Well in rural Alberta may hold clues to 1990 disappearance of Ruth Clarke

Edmonton Police Services (EPS) is asking for the public's help in identifying the hand-dug well that is believed to contain the remains of a missing senior.

Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 1d

Bonnyville mayor and re-elected town council ready to continue what they started

All six Town of Bonnyville councillors retained their seats and plan to prioritize ongoing projects.

Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 1d

BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta premier says back-to-work bill for striking teachers coming Monday

Alberta premier says back-to-work bill for striking teachers coming Monday

Smith says with the strike deep into its third week, the hardship facing students and families is intolerable, forcing her government to step in.

Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 1d

RCMP seize 5,000 rounds of ammunition, 4,200 contraband cigarettes from M.D. of Bonnyville property

Vehicles, firearms, ammunition, and contraband cigarettes have been seized by RCMP following a search warrant being executed on a residence in the M.D. of Bonnyville on Oct. 21.

Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 1d

M.D. of Bonnyville Ward 3 candidate plans to challenge election results once made official

Due to a transcription error, Kenneth Pshyk lost by 10 votes to Dan Amalia.

Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 1d

Paul Reutov reflects on being re-elected as Lac La Biche County mayor

The mayor's new mandate is about advancing progress that has been made, with renewed energy and focus.

Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 1d

'Without truth and accountability we can not have reconciliation'

Indigenous speakers and activists are calling for the development of real consequences for ‘Pretendians’ – people who falsely claim to have Indigenous ancestry.

Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 1d

BEYOND LOCAL: Parents, students muddle through teachers strike

Parents, students muddle through teachers strike

Premier signals back-to-work legislation possible next week

Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 1d

Ward 1 - Bonnyville trustees for Northern Lights Public Schools retain positions

Only one election was within the NLPS division, with all other candidates winning by acclamation.

Bonnyville Nouvelle @bonnyvillenouvelle.bsky.social · 1d

BEYOND LOCAL: Do you recognize this stuffed bunny? Banff National Park wants to send ‘Bunff’ home

Do you recognize this stuffed bunny? Banff National Park wants to send ‘Bunff’ home

“This must have sentimental value to someone, somewhere."