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Padre’s Ponderings: Impacted Kringle Syndrome
Stock Photo I was in Canadian Tire a few months ago on a mission. It was the end of the summer season, and I was fervently hoping that the left-handed lawn edger with collapsible sun-shelter and double cup holder would be on sale. Or that they’d even have such a...
Christian Keller Takes Helm as New Curator of Cold Lake Air Force Museum
Christian Keller, the new Curator of the Cold Lake Air Force Museum - Photo from the Cold Lake Museums / Facebook The Cold Lake Air Force Museum has welcomed Christian Keller as its new curator. Bringing a lifelong passion for history and extensive experience in...
Opinion: Decorating for Christmas
Stock Photo Are you someone who waits to decorate for Christmas until after Thanksgiving? Or do you think "Less is more" when deciding how many twinkle lights to string outside of your home? There's definitely a debate about how early is too early to decorate or what...
Flight Safety Investigation Report for CH147310 Chinook accident
File Photo The Royal Canadian Air Force’s (RCAF) Directorate of Flight Safety, which is the Canadian Armed Forces’ (CAF) Airworthiness Investigative Authority, has concluded its Flight Safety Investigation into the accident that occurred on June 20, 2023, in the...
Royal Canadian Air Force opens door to new career paths and paid education opportunities
450 Tactical Helicopter Squadron aircrew refuel a CH-147F Chinook helicopter at Kamloops Airport in British Columbia during Operation LENTUS on July 10, 2021, to help provincial authorities stabilize the wildfire situation in Kamloops. Air Operations Support...
Holiday Cheer Returns with the 2024 Courier News Office Decorating Challenge!
Colonel Dave Turenne, 4 Wing Commanding Officer, and Chief Warrant Officer Dipen Mistry, 4 Wing Chief Warrant Officer visit Santa Clause at 4 Wing Replenishment Flight during the 2023 Courier News Christmas Office Decorating Challenge on December 14, 2023. Photo...
4 Wing Band to Deliver Festive Cheer at Annual Christmas Concert
The 2024 4 Wing Band Christmas Concert Poster - Supplied Photo The 4 Wing Band is set to spread holiday joy with their annual Christmas concert, taking place at 2 PM on December 8th at the Cold Lake High School Theatre in the Energy Centre. This year’s event promises...
Christmas Hamper and Angel Tree Programs Return to CFB Cold Lake
A group photo of the 4 Wing Cold Lake Command Team for the Christmas Hamper Program at the 4 Wing Chaplains building in Cold Lake Alberta, on 13th November 2024. From left to right: Captain Alexander Krause, Major Howard Rittenhouse, Colonel Mark Hickey, Capt...
Attention Veterans: Could Your Cancer Be Service-Related?
Stock Photo If you served in a technical trade that involved regular use of chemicals or were deployed in Afghanistan and exposed to burn pits, your cancer could be linked to your military service. Veterans with Cancer Inc. encourages veterans who may have been...
Boo-tiful Turnout: Cold Lake Haunt Draws Over 1,000 Visitors
Younger guests take in the scares at the Cold Lake Haunt, held before Halloween at CFB Cold Lake- Photo by Jennifer Bain / 4 Wing PSP The Cold Lake Haunt once again brought thrills, chills, and plenty of community spirit to the city, drawing more than a thousand...
Emergency Response Exercise for 4 Wing Cold Lake: Public Affairs
File Photo On 18 November, 4 Wing will be conducting an Emergency Response exercise within the Bark Park and Archery Range on base for the full duration of the day. This scenario will depict an on-base Explosive Ordnance Disposal emergency situation, requiring a...
Make a Splash: Join the Lifeguard Team at the Colonel J.J. Parr Sports Centre!
A PSP Lifeguard at the Aquatics Centre inside the Colonel J.J. Parr Sports Centre - File Image If you’re looking for a rewarding job that’s all about teamwork, skill-building, and helping others, consider joining the 4 Wing Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Aquatics...
Cold Lake Remembers: Community Gathers to Honour Veterans on Remembrance Day
Members of the Canadian Armed Forces and other Cold Lake residents gathered at the Energy Centre in Cold Lake for the Remembrance Day ceremony on November 11th – All photos by Mike Marshall / The Courier News On Monday, November 11th, residents of Cold Lake and...
The Steel Spirit – Artist Spotlight: James Lightle
James Lightle - All Photos Supplied James Lightle is originally from Port Hope, Ontario, where he and his brother were befriended by a WWII veteran, Bill Northcott. Their routine of friendship with Bill, included endless rounds of euchre. ‘Bill was a kind-hearted man...
Transgender Awareness Week and Transgender Day of Remembrance: Honoring Lives, Promoting Awareness
Supplied Photo Transgender Awareness Week, observed from November 13 to 19, raises visibility for the transgender and gender-diverse community, educating the public about their experiences and challenges. Advocates and allies amplify transgender voices, promote...