Cyanobacteria advisory issued for Isle Lake
Alberta Health Services (AHS) reports that cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) have been identified in the waters of Isle Lake, also called Lake Isle, in Parkland County and Lac Ste. Anne County. Visitors and residents who live near the shores are asked to take the following precautions: Do not swim or wade in any areas w...
Jul 03, 2026
Drayton Valley RCMP weekly crime report: June 18-25, 2026
June 18 8:45 a.m. - Drayton Valley - Staff at a dental office reported that a dishevelled older male was passed out in a chair in the waiting area. Staff were certain he was not waiting for an appointment. Members attended and removed the male. 9:15 a.m. - Drayton Valley - 50 Ave - Complainant reported a homeless male ...
Jul 03, 2026
Missing: Lorne Filewych, 50, of Parkland County
Parkland RCMP is seeking public assistance in locating missing 50-year-old Lorne Filewych. Filewych was last seen in Parkland County on July 1 at 12:30 a.m., and police say there is concern for his well-being. Lorne is described as: Pale complexion Six feet two inches 230 pounds Brown hair Green eyes Last seen wearing ...
Jul 03, 2026
Alberta pitches new bitumen pipeline to B.C. coast with TMX, Pembina partners
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has pitched a new bitumen pipeline to the B.C. coast, just hours after Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a deal with B.C. to make it possible. Smith and Carney stood together in Calgary to announce that Alberta has formally submitted a proposed route to Carney's major projects office. ...
Jul 03, 2026
Nomination window for Mayor's Gala Awards in Drayton Valley extended
The Town of Drayton Valley has extended the nomination deadline for its 2026 Mayor's Gala Awards to July 31. The Mayor's Gala is an annual event showcasing the businesses, individuals and organizations that make the Drayton Valley community special. Residents now have until July 31 to nominate community members in the ...
Jul 02, 2026






