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Lloydminster council agenda: First meeting of 2026

The City of Lloydminster’s Governance and Priorities Committee will meet Monday afternoon for its first meeting of 2026. The agenda is light on decisions, but it sets the table for several issues that will resurface later this winter and into spring. One of the main items is a six-month check-in on the city’s updated Land Use Bylaw, which came into effect last June. Administration is flagging areas that may need refinement, including landscaping rules, signage regulations, enforcement procedures, definitions, and mapping. A formal bylaw amendment is expected to come to council later in the first quarter. Committee members will also

Alberta RCMP officer facing fraud charges

Featured, Provincial News

An Alberta Royal Canadian Mounted Police officer and his spouse are facing multiple fraud-related charges following an investigation by the thier Serious Crimes Branch. According to a release from the Alberta RCMP, the investigation began in May 2024 after police were alerted to a possible fraud involving a serving RCMP officer and his wife against Piikani Resource Development Ltd.. As a result of the investigation, Cst. Grant Shade, 42, and Katrina Shade, 40, both residents of Pincher Creek, Alta., have each been charged with fraud over $5,000 and theft over $5,000. Police say Katrina Shade was an employee of Piikani

Replica firearm used in Lloydminster City Hall incident

Alerts and incidents, Featured

Police say a replica firearm was involved in Thursday’s incident at Lloydminster City Hall that prompted a heavy police response and public concern. The Border Pulse was the first outlet to report the incident as it unfolded on Jan. 8. According to a follow-up release from the Lloydminster RCMP, officers were called to City Hall after receiving a report that a firearm had been pointed at people inside the building. RCMP responded within minutes and intercepted the suspect as he was leaving the area. Officers arrested the suspect without incident. A search incidental to arrest determined the firearm was a

Collision closes 50 Ave. in Lloydminster

Featured, Alerts and incidents

Emergency services are currently on scene of a collisions on 50 Ave. For a collisions. A black SUV and a black pickup truck collided between 27 St and 31 St. traffic is being rerouted around the collision as both vehicles are blocking traffic. There is no word on injuries or cause. It remains under investigation.

The Border Brief – Jan. 9, 2026

Featured, Lloydminster News

Good morning Lloydminster and welcome to today’s Border Brief. Off the top, visibility is reduced across our region due to some early morning fog. No weather warning, but be prepared to add a little time if your driving in the county. Roads are in decent shape across the region, and the winner of the give-away is announced. With that out of the way Here are your headlines, commodity prices and everything else you need to have as you roll out the door. You can listen to this Brief below: Headlines: 1 – A firearm was pointed at people inside Lloydminster

Firearm pointed At Lloydminster City Hall

Featured, Alerts and incidents

A suspect is in custody after a firearm was reportedly pointed at people inside Lloydminster City Hall on the afternoon of Jan. 8. Cpl. Mat Howell, public information officer with the Alberta RCMP, confirmed RCMP officers responded within minutes. “At 2:33 p.m., RCMP responded to reports of a firearm being pointed at people inside City Hall. The suspect then left,” said Howell. “He was apprehended on the north side of the building and remains in custody.” Police have not released details on potential charges. The investigation is ongoing. Read more: GALLERY – A Lloydminster Taxi was involved in mid-morning collision

Battlefords RCMP seek public help to locate missing man

Featured, Alerts and incidents

Battlefords RCMP are asking for the public’s help to locate a missing 57-year-old man. Clarence Dreaver was reported missing on Jan. 7, 2026. Police say Dreaver was last seen around 1 p.m. in North Battleford. Description Investigators believe Dreaver may be in the Cochin area, though this has not been confirmed. Anyone who has seen Dreaver or has information on his whereabouts is asked to contact Battlefords RCMP at 310-7267. Information can also be provided anonymously through Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com. Read more: Meadow Lake RCMP issue arrest warrant after drugs, weapons seized

Meadow Lake RCMP issue arrest warrant after drugs, weapons seized

Featured, Alerts and incidents

Meadow Lake RCMP have charged two men and one woman following the seizure of drugs, weapons and trafficking paraphernalia at a residence in Meadow Lake. Police say officers executed a search warrant at a home on 5th Avenue East at approximately 2:00 p.m. on Dec. 31, 2025, as part of an ongoing investigation regarding the trafficking of drugs. Inside the residence, officers seized illegal drugs and weapons. Approximately 77 grams of methamphetamine, 56 grams of cocaine, two machetes, a hunting knife, an imitation firearm, bear spray, a baton, drug trafficking paraphernalia and a quantity of cash. As a result of

CVR logs over 500 calls in 2025

Lloydminster News, Featured

Protective Services had an active year in 2025, responding to hundreds of incidents across the County of Vermilion River (CVR) while balancing training, prevention and community engagement. According to year-end statistics from County of Vermilion River Protective Services, fire, public safety and emergency management teams were consistently active across rural communities throughout the year. Fire Services County fire departments responded to 500 calls for service in 2025. This total does not include responses within the Town of Vermilion or the villages of Kitscoty, Marwayne and Paradise Valley. Medical calls accounted for the largest share at 115, followed by 108 motor

GALLERY – A Lloydminster Taxi was involved in mid-morning collision

Featured, Alerts and incidents

Airbags were deployed and officials on scene stated minor injuries occurred after a collision left a taxi with a damaged front end and another vehicle off the road. At approximately 10:15 a.m. we received a tip about a collision at the corner of 49 Ave. and 46 street in Lloydminster. Upon arrival, Lloydminster RCMP and Lloydminster Fire Rescue were on the scene of the collision. A white van had come to rest blocking a portion of the north bound lane while a greyish SUV came to rest on the northeast sidewalk of the intersection. There was significant damage to the