Northland students gather in Conklin for annual games

Students from across the Northland School Division converged on Conklin last week for a day of track and field, traditional games and friendly competition. The 2026 Northland Games were held Sept. 24 at the Conklin Multiplex and surrounding grounds, bringing…
SL gathers for truth and reconciliation

Community members filled Slave Lake with songs and drumming on Sept. 30 as they gathered to recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The day began at Slave Lake Town Hall, where Barb Courtorielle, executive director of the Slave…

Schools across the Slave Lake area marked the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Sept. 30 with orange shirts, student activities, guest speakers and opportunities to learn about the history and lasting effects of residential schools. Schools reflect and…
Fire hall open houses return to four communities

Fire trucks, live demonstrations and free barbecues are returning this October as the Lesser Slave Regional Fire Service prepares to welcome residents to its annual fire hall open houses. Four of the region’s five fire halls will participate this year,…
Family Forest Week Fun Day draws bigger crowd

The third annual Family Forest Week Fun Day on Sept. 20, brought families from Slave Lake and surrounding communities together at Hilda Eben Park, with this year’s event drawing an even bigger crowd than previous years. Organized by the Slave…
SL Minor Soccer celebrates coaches behind 20-team outdoor season

Slave Lake Minor Soccer Association is recognizing the volunteers who helped make its 2025 outdoor season possible, with association president Randah Mouallem highlighting five coaches in a series of social media posts last week. The association had 20 teams during…
Slave Lake Christian Academy embraces truth

A new school year brings new opportunities for students at Slave Lake Christian Academy, where faith, honesty and community are at the heart of this year’s learning. The school has welcomed returning students and several new faces for the 2026…
Thriving franchise brings new flavours to Slave Lake

For Nathalie Domondon, opening Kukuruku Chicken in Slave Lake is more than a business investment. It is a dream that began years ago. On Sept. 18, Domondon, her husband Wilson Damo and her nephew C.J. Domondon are celebrating the opening…

One of Slave Lake’s largest dance studios is back, and better than ever. Dance Creations has reopened its doors in a new, larger space, giving local dancers more room to learn, practise and perform. The studio held a ribbon-cutting ceremony…
Event shows how building materials burn

Slave Lake-area residents will get a chance to see building materials put to the test next weekend as Home Hardware and the Lesser Slave Regional Fire Service host a live Burn Material Showcase. The free event is scheduled for Sunday,…