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'It's good to know where you come from': Amber Valley celebrates Black History Month

The history of the largest, longest-lasting, and northernmost Black settlement in Alberta was celebrated by locals and the Royal Canadian Mint in honour of Black History Month

Feb 29, 2024 4:00 PM Read more >

Boyle has fewer power interruptions than average community: Fortis

Fortis employee lights council room up during 30-minute presentation

Feb 29, 2024 1:00 PM Read more >

SNEAK PEEK: Athabasca County Leap Day meeting

Grade 6 students joining council for yearly field trip and Q&A period

Feb 28, 2024 5:07 PM Read more >

Athabascans' input wanted for new animal control bylaw

Draft bylaw includes language for abandoned animals, basic care requirements

Feb 28, 2024 3:00 PM Read more >

Alberta Health officials stop in Athabasca for local feedback on healthcare delivery

Engagement session turnout a ‘disappointment’ for former AHS employee

Feb 28, 2024 11:00 AM Read more >

Athabasca woman hoping for fresh start after petty crime spree

Janelle Belcourt ‘promises to be good forever’ to avoid returning to court

Feb 27, 2024 3:00 PM Read more >

‘It was my home’ : Shauna Milner says goodbye to 49th Street Grill

Beloved restaurant closes after 25 years in operation

Feb 26, 2024 1:00 PM Read more >

Property crime down in Athabasca, persons crime rises

RCMP preview quarterly numbers, alongside upcoming sessions for community engagement and feedback

Feb 25, 2024 5:00 PM Read more >

Parental Rights announcement met with derision, scepticism

Local pride groups aren’t buying what Danielle Smith is selling

Feb 25, 2024 1:00 PM Read more >

First student rep asks for more out of classroom experiences

Aspen View Public Schools asked, and EPC student voice rep Maya Zimmer delivered

Feb 25, 2024 11:00 AM Read more >