Athabasca News

Athabasca County is asking for public input on a new bylaw that would require permits for people using recreational vehicles (RVs) or trailers on properties outside of designated campgrounds or RV parks.

Better late than never, as the old adage goes. On Oct. 13, Athabasca County was expecting a delegation from Telus, to discuss cell phone and landline connectivity issues in the county.

After months of anticipation, Municipal Affairs Minister Danielle Larivee has called for an inspection into the Town of Athabasca's affairs.

The new Boyle Public Library has decorated its walls with some local art to recognize those who have donated to the new building. During their donor appreciation gala on Oct.

About 50 people came out to the ninth annual Sisters in Spirit vigil in Athabasca, and for the first time since the walk's inception, local RCMP were in their midst.

The Town of Athabasca’s council officially re-hired former chief administrative officer Doug Topinka to serve on an interim basis until someone else fills the position. At a regular meeting Oct. 4, council voted for Topinka to take on the role. Coun.

Athabasca had their own brief scary clown “incident” this past week. The Advocate received images of an Instagram account under the name Clowns In Athabasca, with “don’t run when you see us” and a knife emoji on the account page description.

A problem shared is a problem halved - or maybe a little more than halved. On Oct.

A world-renowned doctor, speaker and best-selling author is making his way to Athabasca next week to host an interactive workshop on attachment, healing and intergenerational trauma. Dr.

The Town of Athabasca's council passed a motion that Coun. Tanu Evans is to resign by the next meeting or administration will start an application to the Court of Queen's Bench to disqualify him. At council's regular meeting Oct. 4, Coun.