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'An extremely stupid decision' says judge to insuranceless drivers

Pair of delinquent drivers warned about ‘cheap’ nature of $3,000 fine for driving without insurance

Jan 18, 2025 10:39 AM Read more >

Ready to roll? New MMA gym hitting Athabasca

North Brigade Academy grand opening slated for Jan. 25

Jan 17, 2025 11:05 AM Read more >

BREAKING: Freezing rain, snow squalls, and icy roads Thursday

Multiple weather warnings have been issued for the Athabasca area, with one involving the Barrhead and Westlock areas, to inform drivers and residents of potentially hazardous driving conditions.

Jan 16, 2025 9:16 AM Read more >

Athabasca man out $300 after hammering on ex’s door

Justice warns Kiernan Dredge after a Christmas Eve incident saw him spend two weeks in custody

Jan 15, 2025 8:47 AM Read more >

Athabasca councillors opt for housing tax incentives

Vacant land tax rate discussion deferred for next council after first look at residential exemption draft

Jan 14, 2025 12:46 PM Read more >

Fields says goodbye after 12 years serving Athabasca

CEO Jason McDougall said big box shopping undercutting local options

Jan 14, 2025 8:45 AM Read more >

Athabasca man admits laziness at heart of firearms charge

Ronald Nimco gives up firearms, accepts six-month CSO as part of plea

Jan 14, 2025 6:23 AM Read more >

Athabasca Grown: Take an active role in the future of your food

Local food production research project WANTS YOU, Athabasca

Jan 13, 2025 11:23 AM Read more >

Government program highlights history of Alberta's place names

From Cree words to colonial settlers, research compiled by the Government of Alberta helps unpack the tangled history of northern Alberta

Jan 13, 2025 9:20 AM Read more >

Local MPs weigh in on Trudeau resignation, Parliament prorogation

Arnold Viersen expects a new election to be called within a week of return

Jan 11, 2025 11:13 AM Read more >