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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

Crime, homelessness, immigration issues in Cold Lake brought to Lakeland federal and provincial politicians

Crime, homelessness, immigration issues in Cold Lake brought to Lakeland federal and provincial politicians

People at meeting with federal and provincial politicians from Bonnyville, Cold Lake area say there is an urgent need for addiction treatment facilities in the Lakeland region.
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Ongoing elevator issues at Cold Lake assisted living facility fixed, for now

Ongoing elevator issues at Cold Lake assisted living facility fixed, for now

Malfunctioning elevator caused residents in Cold Lake assisted living facility to be stranded on second floor of building
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Cold Lake Airshow soars with 21,000 attendees despite weather hurdles

Cold Lake Airshow soars with 21,000 attendees despite weather hurdles

The Cold Lake Airshow, hosted by 4 Wing Cold Lake and CFB Cold Lake, brought around 21,000 spectators.
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City of Cold Lake phones, facilities down following possible cyber attack

City of Cold Lake phones, facilities down following possible cyber attack

The City of Cold Lake is facing a cybersecurity incident that disrupted phones, payment systems, and emails across all city facilities.
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Cold Lake purchases new hangar for aircraft maintenance engineering school

Cold Lake purchases new hangar for aircraft maintenance engineering school

In a move to diversify the local economy and bolster the aerospace and defense industry, the City of Cold Lake has purchased a hangar at the Cold Lake Regional Airport. 
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Cold Lake Air Show vying to be Canada's premier aerial spectacle

Cold Lake Air Show vying to be Canada's premier aerial spectacle

The Cold Lake Air Show has gained a reputation among spectators and performers alike for being first class.
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Veteran pilot ready for Northern Alberta air show

Veteran pilot ready for Northern Alberta air show

Todd Farrell, a seasoned pilot with a remarkable 34-year career, will be one of the highlights at the upcoming 4 Wing Cold Lake Air Show this coming weekend.
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Alberta Indigenous artist Alex Janvier's passing mourned

Alberta Indigenous artist Alex Janvier's passing mourned

Celebrated Indigenous artist Alex Janvier from Cold Lake First Nations, passed away July 10 at 89 years-old.
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PHOTOS: RCAF 100th anniversary celebration held in Cold Lake

PHOTOS: RCAF 100th anniversary celebration held in Cold Lake

On May 22, 4 Wing CFB Cold Lake opened its doors to the public to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF).
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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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