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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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cdownes@greatwest.ca

Recent Work by Chantel

Cold Lake mayor criticizes Prime Minister Carney's review of F-35 purchase, urges focus on military readiness

Cold Lake mayor criticizes Prime Minister Carney's review of F-35 purchase, urges focus on military readiness

Prime Minister Mark Carney reaffirmed on Tuesday at a press conference in Halifax that his government would examine ways to adjust the planned purchase of 88 Lockheed Martin F-35 fighter jets if the Liberals win the upcoming general election on April 28. 
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City of Cold Lake discusses licensing agreements for environmental reserve lands

City of Cold Lake discusses licensing agreements for environmental reserve lands

The City of Cold Lake is moving forward with efforts to regulate the use of its Environmental Reserve (ER) lands, with administration seeking feedback from the Corporate Priorities Committee during its March 18 meeting on the proposed implementation of license agreements. 
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Suspected vandalism leads to oil spill near Cold Lake

Suspected vandalism leads to oil spill near Cold Lake

A suspected act of vandalism has resulted in the release of 60,000 litres of crude oil from a Check Energy Ltd. well site, located 26 kilometres south of Cold Lake. 
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Cold Lake mayor criticizes Prime Minister Carney's review of F-35 purchase, urges focus on military readiness

Cold Lake mayor criticizes Prime Minister Carney's review of F-35 purchase, urges focus on military readiness

Prime Minister Mark Carney reaffirmed on Tuesday at a press conference in Halifax that his government would examine ways to adjust the planned purchase of 88 Lockheed Martin F-35 fighter jets if the Liberals win the upcoming general election on April 28. 
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Cold Lake Skijoring for MS thrills crowds and raises $37,000

Cold Lake Skijoring for MS thrills crowds and raises $37,000

The annual Skijoring for MS event took place on March 8 at the Cold Lake Agricultural Society, bringing excitement and energy, despite concerns over the lack of snow.
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Cold Lake teacher shapes young artists, inspires younger generation

Cold Lake teacher shapes young artists, inspires younger generation

Teaching at the school for three years, Alger has dedicated herself to expanding the role of the arts in education.  
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Woman found dead sparks conversation about homelessness in a Northern Alberta winter

Woman found dead sparks conversation about homelessness in a Northern Alberta winter

A recent tragedy has ignited discussions about homelessness, resources, public perception, and the harsh realities of winter in Alberta. 
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Alberta city tops the world's coldest spots this week

Alberta city tops the world's coldest spots this week

Residents of Cold Lake woke up to a frigid reality on Feb. 4 as the northeastern Alberta city claimed the title of the coldest spot on Earth. 
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Alleged arson destroys key sewage infrastructure in Cold Lake

Alleged arson destroys key sewage infrastructure in Cold Lake

The control cabinet is an important component in monitoring surges in sanitary sewer flow and plays a key role in preventing back-ups. 
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Pedestrian in critical condition after being struck by two vehicles on Northern Alberta highway

Pedestrian in critical condition after being struck by two vehicles on Northern Alberta highway

A 29-year-old woman appears to have been first struck by the mirror of one vehicle and then hit by a second vehicle. 
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