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Last chance to have your say

Last chance to have your say

Another draft of the Athabasca’s future pool will be put on display for the public’s eyes and for local input. The pool design committee is holding their second open house on Dec. 1 from 5-8 p.m. at the Athabasca Regional Multiplex.
University reproached by auditor general

University reproached by auditor general

An Albertan watchdog has told Athabasca University yet again to up its online security get its disaster plan in order, following recommendations made six years ago. On Nov.
North of Here shine in northern Alberta

North of Here shine in northern Alberta

Edmonton band North of Here brought their youthful exuberance to the Nancy Appleby Theatre stage Nov. 12, the farthest north the group has played so far.
Paints and pints with Neighbours

Paints and pints with Neighbours

Drink glasses and paint brushes were in abundance as participants unleashed their inner artists in Neighbours Pub on Nov. 3.
CAO candidate turns down town's offer

CAO candidate turns down town's offer

After spending $14,000 to find a new chief administrative officer, the leading candidate has decided not to accept the Town of Athabasca's offer. On Nov.
Fifteen years of mentoring

Fifteen years of mentoring

It was a little unusual seeing toys littering the main hall of the Athabasca Senior’s Centre on Oct. 15, but it was for a good cause.
Town inspection to be done mid-late 2017

Town inspection to be done mid-late 2017

The Town of Athabasca will have to wait until at least June to get the results of the upcoming municipal inspection, according to provincial officials. Municipal Affairs is currently in the process of hiring an inspector to conduct the inspection.
Town council makes offer for new CAO

Town council makes offer for new CAO

The Town of Athabasca’s council voted to offer the position of chief administrative after an hour-long in-camera session at their last meeting. On Nov. 1 Coun.
County hears complaints on new bylaws

County hears complaints on new bylaws

Residents of Athabasca County lined the walls of council chambers to have their say on the proposed Land Use Bylaw (LUB), Municipal Development Plan (MDP) and temporary camping bylaw at a public hearing Oct. 27.
New university president optimistic

New university president optimistic

A full six days into his role as Athabasca University president, Neil Fassina had his ear to the ground. On that sixth day, Oct. 18, Fassina spoke with the Advocate about his plans for the school.
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