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Local author turns pandemic hobby into new body of work

byTaylor Weaver

April 22, 2026

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Local author turns pandemic hobby into new body of work
Mike Champagne is proving that a quiet pandemic pastime can grow into something much bigger. Read more: Mural Fest returns to Lloydminster: how to sponsor The Lloydminster-based, self-published author was at Coles on April 18, meeting readers and promoting his latest release, I, during a book signing at the LloydMall. Champagne said his writing journey…
Canada Post records new $1.57B loss in 2025 financial crisis
Canada Post reported its largest annual loss ever on Monday, April 20. The national carrier faces a staggering $1.57-billion pre-tax deficit blamed on labour uncertainty and outdated regulations. Read more: Saskatchewan RCMP seize 140,000 illegal cigarettes; Edmonton man facing charges The 2025 financial results represent a significant decline from the $841-million loss recorded in 2024.…
Direct-to-consumer wine sales secured with new trade deal
Wine lovers in Alberta and British Columbia will continue to have direct access to their favourite bottles following the renewal of a key interprovincial trade agreement. Read more: Lloydminster curlers right on the button The Alberta government announced it renewed a memorandum of understanding with British Columbia on April 17, ensuring direct-to-consumer wine sales remain…
Battlefords RCMP hunt fourth suspect in municipal break-in
Police have arrested three people and are searching for a fourth suspect following a break-in at a municipal building in North Battleford last month. Read more: RCMP seize drugs, firearm in Lloydminster motel bust Battlefords RCMP say four individuals entered a building on 101 Street at approximately 3:25 a.m. on March 20. The group allegedly…
Yvonne Szydlik elected in Town of Bonnyville byelection
Yvonne Szydlik has secured a seat on Bonnyville Town Council following the release of unofficial byelection results on Monday, April 20. Read more: Mural Fest returns to Lloydminster: how to sponsor In a statement following the win, Szydlik said she’s thankful to all the support she’s received throughout this process. “I am honoured to have…