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Chantel Downes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Chantel Downes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Chantel Downes is a graduate of The King's University, with a passion for writing and storytelling. Originally from Edmonton, she received her degree in English and has a minor in communications.

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Recent Work by Chantel

Around 100 Fort McMurray wildfire evacuees registered in Cold Lake

Around 100 Fort McMurray wildfire evacuees registered in Cold Lake

Cold Lake is stepping up to support evacuees from Fort McMurray, providing shelter and resources as they seek refuge from a wildfire that was nearing northern Alberta city. 
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Province supports caribou recovery program in Cold Lake area

Province supports caribou recovery program in Cold Lake area

The Government of Alberta, with industry stakeholders, is supporting caribou recovery while promoting sustainable development in the Cold Lake region - and seeking public feedback. 
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CF-188 Hornet finds a new home at Cold Lake Air Force Museum

CF-188 Hornet finds a new home at Cold Lake Air Force Museum

The Cold Lake Air Force Museum has unveiled an addition to its collection, a CF-188 Hornet jet
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City of Cold Lake cracks down on vagrancy, amongst increase in homelessness

City of Cold Lake cracks down on vagrancy, amongst increase in homelessness

"We don't have a homeless problem - we have addictions and mental health issues," says Cold Lake John Howard Society representative.
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PHOTOS: Fighter jet makes its way through streets of Cold Lake

PHOTOS: Fighter jet makes its way through streets of Cold Lake

A CF-18 was moved through Cold Lake on its way to the Cold Lake Museums.
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Jet gets unique paint job to commemorate 100 years of RCAF

Jet gets unique paint job to commemorate 100 years of RCAF

The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) is celebrating its centennial year, which included the unveiling of the 2024 CF-18 Hornet Demonstration Team aircraft at 4 Wing Cold Lake on May 3. 
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Sixty three wildfires burning in Alberta, none are out of control

Sixty three wildfires burning in Alberta, none are out of control

"We strongly urge you to stay vigilant and follow all local advisories and orders should they occur,” said Minister of Forestry and Parks Todd Loewen at an Alberta wildlife update press conference Wednesday.
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Alberta city wants free driver medical exams for seniors

Alberta city wants free driver medical exams for seniors

City of Cold Lake council recently deliberated over the cost of mandatory driver's license medical exams for people 75 and older. 
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Government of Alberta invests $144,000 to boost Cold Lake regional airport

Government of Alberta invests $144,000 to boost Cold Lake regional airport

The Alberta government announced a $1.13 million investment to support the development of regional airports across the province.
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More concerns over Highway 28 upgrades not getting funding in Alberta's budget

More concerns over Highway 28 upgrades not getting funding in Alberta's budget

"The omission of funding for Highway 28 improvements in the capital plan is deeply disappointing and raises serious questions about the government's commitment to addressing the infrastructure needs of our region."  
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