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Or sign-in if you have an account An Edmonton man was arrested after a tip from the public led RCMP down a trail of a stolen vehicle and the takedown of a Vegreville drug lab Vegreville RCMP received a complaint of a suspicious vehicle in Minburn County and the man inside the pickup was arrested A search of the vehicle incidental to arrest resulted in the seizure of a bottle of 700 millilitres Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience That search led to an address in Vegreville where GHB was being produced in a basement lab of a residence within city limits Vegreville RCMP searched the lab on a warrant assisted by the RCMP northwest region’s clandestine laboratory enforcement and response (CLEAR) team and Vegreville Fire and EMS on standby in case of fire or contamination Authorities seized 38 litres of suspected 1,4-Butanediol (BD) Mixed with liquid in either liquid or powder form it can lead to a euphoric high and hallucinations and it’s believed to have killed more users than MDMA Considering a small quantity — 10 millilitres or about a cap full — would constitute a dose there would have been more than 1,000 doses seized from the lab By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc The next issue of Headline News will soon be in your inbox Interested in more newsletters? 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Arrest warrants have been issued for two individuals linked to the residence was charged with two counts of possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000 Blackwell was brought before a justice of the peace and remanded into custody He is to appear in court in Vegreville on May 12 “I would like to thank the public for their vigilance and the trust they showed us by calling in suspicious activity,” said Staff Sgt Collin Folk detachment commander of the Vegreville RCMP and the great work done by Vegreville RCMP members local partners and the RCMP northwest region’s CLEAR team we were able to dismantle a lab that was producing drugs that could have had a very negative impact on our community and those around us.” When it comes to dismantling clandestine labs it’s not just about taking down illegal operations — it’s about protecting entire communities RCMP’s officer in charge of federal serious and organized crime in Alberta “This investigation is an excellent reminder of the power of collaboration between law enforcement first responders and the public,” Boser said transmission or republication strictly prohibited This website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy You can manage saved articles in your account EdmontonNewsDate rape drug lab shut down east of Edmonton: RCMPBy Brittany EkelundPublished: April 24, 2025 at 4:16PM EDT Twitter feed ©2025 BellMedia All Rights Reserved Sign In Register TWO HILLS - Alberta Health Services (AHS) has released two locations where people may have been exposed to the measles in the Two Hills and Vegreville areas AHS released information on April 29 stating it had been "notified of confirmed cases of measles within the Central Zone These cases have also been in public settings while infectious Additional locations may be released if necessary." There have been a total of 65 cases of measles reported in the Central Zone according to an AHS website that tracks cases A previous release in early April stated there were 21 cases in the Central Zone which included at least 13 cases in the Two Hills area According to the information from April 29 individuals who were in two specific locations during the specified dates and times may have been exposed to measles Locations include the Two Hills Health Centre Emergency Department on April 24 between 8:09 p.m Joseph's General Hospital in Vegreville on April 24 and 25 "Anyone who attended these locations at these times who was born in or after 1970 and has fewer than two documented doses of measles-containing vaccine These individuals should self-monitor themselves of symptoms of measles and are strongly encouraged to review their immunization records," according to AHS "Measles is an extremely contagious disease and is spread easily through the air." and a rash that appears "three to seven days after fever starts usually beginning behind the ears and on the face and spreading down to the body and then to the arms and legs The rash appears red and blotchy on lighter skin colours it can appear purple or darker than the skin around it or it might be hard to see," reads the information from AHS "Complications of measles can include ear infections or have weakened immune systems are at greatest risk," according to AHS Individuals who have symptoms are asked to stay home and call Health Link at 811 before they visit a healthcare facility or provider.  "Measles vaccine is highly effective at preventing infection and complications through Alberta’s publicly funded immunization program," according to AHS to reflect the number of cases of measles reported in the Central Zone More SPOTLIGHT > The Annual General Meeting for the  Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville Constituency is being held on May 10 4802 – 47a Street in Vegreville.  Doors will open at 5:00PM and the meeting will begin at 6:00PM.  An Annual AGM is held to elect the Board of Directors including a President CFO and up to 27  additional directors.  If you are interested in serving on the Board of Directors or would like more information please indicate which position and/or send questions by email to fortsaskatchewan-vegreville@unitedconservative.ca.  Based on governance rules approved by our membership neither immediate family members of a sitting MLA or selected candidate nor individuals registered as an active lobbyist with the Alberta Ethics Commissioner are eligible to be directors on a constituency association board of directors If you have questions about your eligibility please contact 1-888-465-2660 or info@unitedconservative.ca for moreinformation.   Please make sure your membership is valid so that you are able to vote at the meeting Bring  government-issued photo ID along with a document that proves your residency in the constituency such as a driver’s license with your current address Copyright © 2024 United Conservative Association Authorized by the United Conservative Party of Alberta 1-888-465-2660 Hey It looks like you clicked on my bio; whether by mistake or intentional I’m very loyal; I’m the kind of friend who will pick you up at 2 am and lie to the cops about the body I helped you hide I applied for a summer job in Calgary to hand out stickers for a radio station I was interviewed with 30 other people and thought “Why is this sticker job so popular?” I got the job and then people kept putting microphones in my face I worked in the film industry doing production work set decoration and lugged around heavy equipment I found props to be most fun and locations most stressful; getting clearance to block off downtown Calgary so we could fly a helicopter through it still gives me nightmares the one that puts a spring in my step is travelling I’ve had some pretty crazy adventures I road-tripped a good portion of the American states; I’m still hoping to one day visit Roswell Now that I’ve told you a little about me Whether you have been listening for a while or just started Tune-in weekdays from 2pm to 6pm with Krystina on 106.5 The Ranch A police pursuit near Elk Island Park following a report of an armed robbery in Vegreville on March 23 has resulted in the arrest of three people Two residents of Edmonton and one resident from Cold Lake were charged with robbery On March 23 at about 5 a.m., "Vegreville RCMP received a report of a robbery at the Vegreville Petro Canada A suspect entered the store and pointed a firearm at the employee demanding money," according to information from RCMP released on March 25 "Ultimately the suspects stole the employees purse and vehicle keys The suspects then stole the victim’s vehicle and fled."  RCMP found the stolen vehicle travelling west on Highway 16 "When RCMP attempted to stop the vehicle There was a short pursuit when the vehicle lost control and struck a fence at Elk Island Park," according to police "One suspect was quickly arrested with the vehicle Two additional suspects fled on foot." RCMP used several police resources to locate and arrest both additional suspects.  "A search of the vehicle revealed a black revolver type pellet gun," according to RCMP “This call for service is an example of the severity of calls that the Alberta RCMP deal with daily I am extremely proud of my members in Vegreville," said Staff Sgt "Their quick response and composure resulted in three individuals being arrested without injury to my members the general public and the suspects." as well as Cold Lake resident Dakota Masson "All three men were taken before a Justice of the Peace and remanded into custody for future court dates at the Alberta Court of Justice in Vegreville," according to RCMP "This response also showcases the benefit of having the RCMP as the Province's contract policing provider The RCMP has access to many different sections that can deploy very quickly to calls for service like this to assist front line members in small communities," said Folk "In this particular incident the Vegreville RCMP had assistance from the RCMP Air Services Helicopter and front-line members from three different detachment areas Having access to all these specific units greatly increases the ability for these situations to end with a positive outcome.”  The Town of Vegreville would like to inform residents that an application for subdivision of land has been submitted and is now under review Community members are encouraged to stay informed and participate in discussions regarding this subdivision Written submissions from residents will be accepted must be received by May 15th at noon For details on the land being considered and how to submit written comments or concerns, you can click here Compost pickup for the Town of Vegreville will return on Wednesday For more information on the Town’s garbage, recycling, and composting services, you can click here The Vegreville Alliance Church will be hosting a free card making session for kids and youth in honour of Mothers’ Day and Fathers’ Day celebrations coming up in May and June The event is chance for children to craft something special for Mom and Dad May 8th from 3:30pm to 6pm at the Alliance Church and kids may be dropped off during that time If you have any questions or for more information Registration is now open for the Town of Vegreville Community Wide Garage Sale This is the perfect opportunity to get rid of some unwanted items and make some cash If you’re interested in participating in this year’s event, you can register by clicking here Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is facing criticism over new legislation that could make it easier to hold a referendum—including one on separating from Canada The proposed bill lowers the threshold for citizen-led votes sparking backlash from Indigenous leaders who say it violates treaty rights Smith insists she supports a sovereign Alberta within Canada and says the law is about giving Albertans a voice—not pushing for separation including the NDP and First Nations chiefs say the move fans separatist flames and risks dividing the country at a time when unity is needed The bill is still being debated in the legislature voter turnout hit its highest level in decades Nearly 68.7% of eligible voters cast a ballot although it didn’t break the all-time record from 1958 The Bloc and NDP each captured 6.3% of the vote Here are the official Lakeland Advance Poll Sites from Elections Canada: Athabasca and District Senior Citizen Centre The advanced poll is April 18th (Good Friday) to April 21st (Easter Monday) This year marks the 21st year of the Annual Home Business and Makers Market here in Vegreville This event runs twice a year with a Market in the spring Excitement is growing as the Market prepares for their spring installment happening on May 3rd at the Vegreville Sunshine Club Organizer for the event Jennifer Hladilo says that she is thrilled to see the Market enter its 21st year and that she is always filled with pride when she sees the residents of Vegreville come on out and support local and home-based businesses There will be a number of local vendors at this spring’s event and free coffee and donuts will be available for marketgoers generously donated by the Vegreville Tim Horton’s and the Vegreville McDonald’s The Annual Home Business and Makers Market will run from 10am to 3pm and Marian Lemiski chat about gardening and the good old days with long-term care resident Orest Marusak Story by Jonathan Koch | Photo by Elizabeth Myhovich VEGREVILLE — Denise Komick began volunteering about seven years ago when her mother was a long-term care resident in Vegreville Care Centre The duo regularly played dice and card games with the residents in Annette’s continuing care unit They also struck up a friendship with a newly arrived resident “Everybody was pretty friendly with my mom she knew most of them and they would come to my mom’s room and that's how I got to know Orest,” says Komick “Our family kind of took him under our wings.” Kornick continued to volunteer at the care centre along with her long-time friend Marian Lemiski When the call went out for assistance to water and maintain the facility’s flower and vegetable gardens on weekends but any program we need them for,” says recreation therapy assistant Tammy Eleniak The duo also received a helping hand from their friend the keeper of the watering key for his unit’s patio Through his participation in gardening and other programming Eleniak says he developed quite the trust for the ladies “They kind of got into Orest’s heart and they're really close — they're quite cute,” she adds working with the “Watering Ladies” to deadhead flowers pick tomatoes and water the garden brings back fond memories of his mother and the garden and trees they tended on the family farm many years ago it’s the patio visits that he enjoyed the most this past season they’ve been outside so late that staff have forgotten they’re here “They turn off the lights and lock the doors on us,” says Marusak “We would just laugh then knock on the windows to get their attention Marian Lemiski enjoys reminiscing with Marusak and Kornick about the good old days of Vegreville’s past and there used to be the creameries where you took your cream to town and we talk about all kinds of things,” she says Recreation therapist Shae-Lynn Illingworth says it noticeably brightens Marusak’s day to chat with the pair adding that the other residents also enjoy their company when they come to volunteer The ladies are just so positive and always very chatty with them “They are the type of people that if somebody needs something The amount of love that these ladies share with everyone is amazing - they are angels.” Thanks in large part to the trio’s efforts the facility’s residents enjoyed a bounty of strawberries and fresh produce throughout the growing season Volunteer resources coordinator Eli Myhovich says AHS volunteers are making a positive difference in the lives of the people they serve “AHS volunteers provide companionship and support to our residents which enhances their emotional well-being and overall quality of life,” says Myhovich it also enriches the lives of our volunteers through personal growth and provides them with a deep sense of purpose and satisfaction.” Although fall has arrived the gardening has come to an end their visits will continue indoors throughout the winter months something Marusak says he’s truly grateful for   Our work takes place on historical and contemporary Indigenous lands Treaty 7 & Treaty 8 and the homeland of the Métis Nation of Alberta and 8 Métis Settlements We also acknowledge the many Indigenous communities that have been forged in urban centres across Alberta © Alberta Health Services 2025 Terms of UsePrivacy Statement We are heading back to a Liberal government this morning with Prime Minister Mark Carney holding on to the title that fell to him following Justin Trudeau’s resignation “Who’s ready to stand up for Canada with me?” Carney asked rhetorically kicking off his victory speech at approximately 1:25 a.m Recognizing the closeness of the popular vote Carney reached out to those who voted Progressive Conservative: “I will always do my best to represent everyone who calls Canada home.” It is still too close to call a majority or minority even with 73,771 of 75,482 of polls reporting though we are tilting closer to a minority at this stage The Prime Minister elect is among 167 Liberal MPs leading their races at this hour but the party was unable to break the 172 threshold to capture a majority The Conservative Party of Canada is sitting as the official opposition leading in 145 ridings with the New Democrats a distant fourth behind the Bloq four away from maintaining official party status Progressive Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre was trailing the Liberal candidate in his riding by roughly 1,200 votes with 251 of 266 polls reporting NDP leader Jagmeet Singh was well back in third in his riding and he announced he will step down as leader once a replacement is named Singh had to pause often to compose himself during his emotional speech “Change takes time,” was Poilievre’s go-to three-word catch-phrase in his concession speech This marks a fourth-consecutive mandate for the Liberal party The election was deemed by many pundits to be a choice of which party and leader would have the best chance to defend Canada’s interests in the ongoing trade tariff war with U.S Other major issues included housing affordability general economic stability and climate policy and carbon taxes with advance polling numbers topping 7 million in four days of voting Bloc MPs taking up 33 seats and the NDP having 24 Members of Parliament Swearing-in ceremonies will be confirmed for new MPs in the days ahead A Cold Lake man is one of three people facing robbery and other charges as part of a gas station theft in Vegreville according to an RCMP report released on Tuesday A suspect entered the store and pointed a firearm at the employee demanding money the suspects stole the employee’s purse and vehicle keys The suspects then stole the victim’s vehicle and fled Vegreville RCMP located the stolen vehicle travelling west on Highway 16 towards Edmonton There was a short pursuit when the vehicle lost control and struck a fence at Elk Island Park One suspect was quickly arrested with the vehicle RCMP deployed multiple resources including members from the RCMP’s Emergency Response Team police were able to locate and arrest both additional suspects A search of the vehicle revealed a black revolver type pellet gun All three men were taken before a Justice of the Peace and remanded into custody for future court dates at the Alberta Court of Justice in Vegreville “This call for service is an example of the severity of calls that the Alberta RCMP deal with daily I am extremely proud of my members in Vegreville Their quick response and composure resulted in three individuals being arrested without injury to my members This response also showcases the benefit of having the RCMP as the Provinces contract policing provider,” – Staff Sergeant Colin Folk “The RCMP has access to many different sections that can deploy very quickly to calls for service like this to assist front line members in small communities the Vegreville RCMP had assistance from the RCMP Air Services Helicopter Having access to all these specific units greatly increases the ability for these situations to end with a positive outcome.” © 2012 - 2025 Connected Media Inc. for Lakeland Connect • All Rights Reserved Vegreville RCMP received a report of a robbery at the Vegreville Petro Canada Ultimately the suspects stole the employees purse and vehicle keys Vegreville RCMP located the stolen vehicle travelling west on Hwy 16 towards Edmonton Edmonton residents 29-year-old Robert Cardinal 29-year-old Adam Coates as well as Cold Lake resident 38-year-old Dakota Masson have been charged with: This response also showcases the benefit of having the RCMP as the Provinces contract policing provider The RCMP has access to many different sections that can deploy very quickly to calls for service like this to assist front line members in small communities In this particular incident the Vegreville RCMP had assistance from the RCMP Air Services Helicopter The Government of Canada is hosting another information session about available programs and services in Vegreville this May The session will include a chance to learn more about the CPP This will also be an opportunity for those looking to apply for a Social Insurance Number or Employment Insurance or register for a My Service Canada Account Please be advised that a valid government issued photo ID is required for these services The Government of Canada information session will take place on Tuesday May 6th from 10am to 3pm at the Vegreville Alberta Supports Centre at 5121 49 Street PDT and polls have officially closed across the country in the 2025 federal election The counting has been well underway in the rest of Canada east of the Pacific time zone The main parties – the Conservative Party of Canada led by Pierre Poilievre led by Jagmeet Singh – are looking to capture at least 172 seats in the House of Commons to form a majority government This is based on the new total of 343 seats reflecting the recent electoral redistribution that added five seats to the previous 338-seat configuration Canada employs a first-past-the-post electoral system where each of the 343 ridings elects one Member of Parliament The candidate with the most votes in each riding wins the seat regardless of whether they achieve an absolute majority This system allows a party to form a majority government without necessarily winning the majority of the national popular vote If no party achieves the 172-seat threshold The governing party must then seek support from other parties to pass legislation and maintain confidence in the House of Commons The Elections Canada website offers this breakdown of the counting process: there were 17,209,811 votes cast for a turnout of 62.6 per cent The Town of Vegreville has finalized the sale of commercially zoned land at 4846 50 Avenue to Edmonton-based developer Build Bright Homes The planned development will feature three separate commercial buildings including a retail space (yet to be leased) and a daycare spanning over 7,000 square feet This daycare will provide more than 100 additional childcare spaces for Vegreville addressing a critical need in the community For more information about this development you can visit the Town of Vegreville website or Facebook page The Vegreville and District Chamber of Commerce is currently looking for musicians or dance groups to sign up for the 50th Anniversary of the Vegreville Pysanka celebration happening on July 26th If you’re looking to showcase your talents on stage at this year’s event, you can call the Chamber at 780-632-2771, or send an email to vegchamb@telus.net by May 1st With the advanced polls over Easter weekend for the Federal Elections on April 28 Vista Radio has sought the views of candidates in the Lakeland riding A new era of radio begins today in Vegreville…welcome to The Ranch we’re committed to bringing you all the local information you’ve come to rely on Welcome to all of our listeners….we hope you’ll stay awhile Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook at The Ranch Vegreville Vladmir Ukrainian Orthodox Church will be hosting a perogy supper on May 10th from 4pm to 7pm Tickets are $25 per person over the age of 13 and tickets for children aged 6 to 12 are $10 A 50/50 draw will also happen at the end of the evening at $2 per ticket For more information or to purchase your tickets Online public engagement is now live for the Vegreville Flood Study launched by the Government of Alberta The engagement for this study is part of a larger initiative for four new flood studies covering about 250 kilometers of river through seven municipalities The focus of public engagement will be the draft flood inundation maps that support local emergency response as well as the draft flood hazard maps that define floodway and flood fringe areas To view the main engagement website for all new flood studies, click here To provide your feedback for the Vegreville Flood Study, click here The opportunity for Albertans to provide feedback will remain open until May 12th RCMP closed a portion of Highway 16 on Sunday March 23 after suspects of a robbery at the Vegreville Petro Canada were tracked to the southern entrance of Elk Island National Park on Range Road 201A and Highway 16 We apologize, but this video has failed to load.Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.Play VideoArticle contentEarlier that morning at approximately 5 a.m., RCMP received a report that a suspect entered the Petro Canada and pointed a firearm at an employee demanding they hand over money. The suspect then stole the employee’s keys and purse, fleeing in the victim’s vehicle. Issuing a release at 6:34 a.m. on Sunday morning, RCMP warned drivers not to pick up hitchhikers in the area as the suspects were thought to be armed and travelling on foot. The stolen vehicle was located by Vegreville RCMP while travelling west on Highway 16 towards Edmonton. After attempts by RCMP to stop the vehicle, the suspect fled leading to a brief pursuit that resulted in the driver losing control of the stolen vehicle and striking a fence at Elk Island National Park. As one suspect was arrested, two additional suspects fled the scene on foot. RCMP deployed multiple resources to locate the remaining suspects including RCMP Air Services Helicopter, the Emergency Response Team, and Police Dog Services. In addition to the specialized forces, both Fort Saskatchewan and Strathcona County RCMP joined the search. “Having access to all these specific units greatly increases the ability for these situations to end with a positive outcome,” said staff sergeant Colin Folk, who noted that drones and front-line members from all three detachment areas were an asset to the search. At 10:50 a.m., RCMP announced the highway had been reopened after the two remaining suspects had been arrested. Upon searching the vehicle, officers found a black revolver style pellet gun. Edmonton residents Robert Cardinal and Adam Coates, both 29-years-old, and Dakota Masson, 38, of Cold Lake have been charged with multiple offences including robbery, theft of a motor vehicle, intimidation, obstruction, and flight from police. The three men appeared before a Justice of the Peace and were remanded into custody until future court dates when they will appear at the Alberta Court of Justice in Vegreville. “This call for service is an example of the severity of calls that the Alberta RCMP deal with daily,” said Folk. “I am extremely proud of my members in Vegreville. Their quick response and composure resulted in three individuals being arrested without injury to my members, the general public, and the suspects. This response showcases the benefit of having the RCMP as the province’s contract policing provider.” This website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy All 90 Peavey Mart stores across the country This comes after the parent company made the announcement late Monday after nearly 60 years of operation Officials with the Alberta based franchise say rising costs and ongoing supply chain disruptions played a big part in the decision to close Liquidation sales at the stores have begun with no word on the last day of operations for each individual store Street sweeping season has officially begun with Town of Vegreville crews working hard clean up our streets The first few weeks will focus on high-priority areas including Main Street and other priority routes The Town would like to remind residents to be cautious around street sweepers and give them plenty of space so crews can do their jobs safely and efficiently For more information, you can click here Alberta Health Services has confirmed a growing number of measles cases in the region At least four people visited public places while contagious AHS is urging anyone who isn’t fully vaccinated to watch for symptoms and call 811 before visiting a healthcare facility Measles spreads through the air and can cause serious health complications Registration for the Town of Vegreville Canada Day Party in the Park and Colour Run is now open The first hundred registrants will get an exclusive runner’s medal For more details or to sign up for the festivities, you can click here A 25-year-old man from Marwayne is facing serious charges after a rollover crash on April 3 near Highway 897 and Highway 16 With help from nearby detachments and police dogs officers tracked him down and arrested him Breath tests showed he was over the legal alcohol limit Daniel McMillan is now facing charges including impaired driving causing bodily harm and failing to remain at the scene As ballots continue to be counted across Alberta we have some updated riding numbers from polling stations across the province Conservative MP Chris Warkentin holds an early lead with 3129 votes NDP candidate Jennifer Villebrun has 97 votes People’s Party of Canada candidate Shawn McLean with 68 Independent Elliott McDavid has 19 while Donovan Eckstrom of the Rhinoceros Party has 16 Lethbridge incumbent and Conservative Party of Canada candidate Rachael Thomas has taken an early lead with 12202 votes Liberal Party of Canada candidate Chris Spearman has 5610 votes Marc Slingerland of the Christian Heritage Party has 372 People’s Party of Canada candidate Clara Piedalue has picked up 145 votes NDP candidate Nathan Svoboda has 639 votes and Amber Murray of the Green Party has 123 Conservative Party of Canada candidate and incumbent Shannon Stubbs has picked up 812 votes for the lead there NDP candidate Des Bissonnette has 63 votes while Liberal candidate Barry Milaney has 150 People’s Party candidate Michael Manchen has 13 votes while Christian Heritage Party candidate Michael Speirs has picked up 4 Bridget Burns of the Green Party has 5 votes While the count continues in the Lakeland and Fort McMurray-Cold Lake ridings it’s being projected that both incumbents will be heading back to Ottawa 30 out of 246 polls are reporting with Conservative incumbent Shannon Stubbs receiving 4,461 votes nearly 3,736 votes more than Liberal candidate Barry Milaney with Conservative incumbent Laila Goodridge receiving 8,734 votes nearly 7,086 more than Liberal Candidate Kaitlyn Staines We will have further updates on the picture in both ridings throughout Tuesday morning Vegreville RCMP seek public assistance in locating missing male – Vegreville RCMP are requesting public assistance in locating 53-year-old Michael Current Michael was last spoken to on the 26th of July 2024 at lunch time from the community of Vegreville Michael’s family are concerned for his well-being and would like to speak to him Michael’s extended absence during this time is irregular and of concern to his family Ground Search and Rescue assistance is being provided in this matter the publics help to providing any known whereabouts of Michael is valuable The 8th Annual Agri Days Trade Show is happening this weekend on Saturday April 26th from 9:30am to 4pm at the Two Hills Centennial Hall and Recreation Centre The event will include a job fair along with demonstrations and educational presentations The Ranch 106.5 will also be live on location at the Show The weekend also saw the beginning of the NEAJBHL playoffs with the Vegreville Rangers kicking off a best-of-seven series with Vermilion It wasn’t the start to the series the Boys In Blue were looking for as they fell 4-1 in game one and 8-3 in game two on the road The series now shifts to Vegreville for games three and four Game three goes Wednesday night at 8:00 pm at the Wally Fedun Arena You can catch that game on The Ranch 106.5 The Town of Vegreville is preparing for the first phases of construction at Prosperity Industrial Park this spring The first business to break ground at the site is AJN Investment and Development Along with attracting new businesses for the Park and the economic growth of Vegreville Mayor Tim MacPhee says that Council is also focused on growing the Town’s housing sector MacPhee goes on to say that while they are excited for these new developments like being able to provide affordable and rental housing for newcomers to Vegreville as new businesses come to Town MacPhee adds that Council is prepared to deal with these difficulties and do what they can to foster an environment of growth and prosperity for the Town of Vegreville and its residents The Vegreville Legion is excited to host the Off Ramp Boys Band for an afternoon of music on Saturday Cost per person is $30 and a light supper will be provided mid-performance Tickets for this event must be purchased in advance by calling the Legion at 780-632-3900 The All-Candidates Forum hosted by the Lloydminster Chamber of Commerce takes place on Wednesday April 16 The Chamber invited all candidates running in the Battleford-Lloydminster-Meadow Lake and Lakeland ridings to participate Candidates in Battleford-Lloydminster-Meadow Lake will lead off from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m The Lakeland candidates will be on from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m