Westlock, Athabasca, Barrhead News

Ongoing Alberta wildfire crews receive help from Mother Nature

Recent precipitation has helped, but Alberta isn't out of the woods yet when it comes to the wildfire threat.

May 2, 2024 3:15 PM Read more >

ConnectFirst, Servus merger largest in Canadian credit union history

The merger of two of Alberta's largest credit unions closed May 1

May 2, 2024 2:40 PM Read more >

Beloved former teacher awarded AVPS Friends of Education award

Alice Wlos recognized for her life-long commitment to education and her home community

May 2, 2024 1:00 PM Read more >

Jan Bosma named Aspen View bus driver of the year

Students and staff both nominated ‘kind, hardworking’ woman for award

May 2, 2024 10:32 AM Read more >

Westlock Rock hosts inaugural Rockfest May 3-5

U11 and U13 lacrosse tournament features teams from across the region

May 2, 2024 9:00 AM Read more >

Rapid test project tackling Alberta's syphilis outbreak

Using groundbreaking rapid testing devices and an innovative community-involved project, University of Alberta researchers are hoping to bend the curve of syphilis infections.

May 2, 2024 7:21 AM Read more >

Woman caught drunk driving with two kids in vehicle pleads guilty

Erin McNeil, 46, sentenced to $3,500 fine and 18-month driving prohibition

May 2, 2024 6:15 AM Read more >

MAY 2 ROAD REPORT: Town and Country road conditions and cams

Get a look at your commute - click for up-to-date conditions map and road cameras

May 2, 2024 5:00 AM Read more >

Barrhead and District Historical Society appoints all new board after 'nightmare' year

Retiring president says new board will face a lot of challenges

May 1, 2024 5:00 PM Read more >

Rural leaders say Bill 20 ‘a hammer to undermine’ municipal autonomy

Alberta's rural leaderships say they are being actively undermined by Bill 20, and vow to "not sit back and take it."

May 1, 2024 3:15 PM Read more >

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