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A whole other level

A whole other level

A minor flood from an inlet creek in the Summer Village of South Baptiste has raised some questions about Baptiste Lake’s unusually high water levels.
The search is on for doctors

The search is on for doctors

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is currently searching for two new doctors to practice general and family medicine in Athabasca. Deborah Whetstone, AHS north zone privileging manager, is co-ordinating the recruitment effort.
University review on table

University review on table

Anticipation is mounting in the Athabasca University community about recommendations that will be made about the institution’s sustainability in Ken Coates’ third-party review.
Theatre repairs on the agenda

Theatre repairs on the agenda

The Athabasca Regional Multiplex Society (ARMS) board discussed the list of repairs that need to be completed at the Nancy Appleby Theatre during its meeting May 8.
Ag Society to look at building new indoor arena

Ag Society to look at building new indoor arena

The possibilities are endless for the Athabasca and District Agricultural Society’s proposed new indoor riding arena.
Amber Valley plaque unveiled

Amber Valley plaque unveiled

Descendants of black pioneers fleeing racist policies in the United States at the turn of the 20th century have officially been recognized for their historical significance to Canada.
Fifty years strong in Athabasca

Fifty years strong in Athabasca

Generations of Family and Community Support Services workers were gathered under the roof of the Athabasca Regional Multiplex May 10 to celebrate the organization’s 50th anniversary with a hearty breakfast.
911 hang-up call leads to "significant " drug seizure

911 hang-up call leads to "significant " drug seizure

A 911 hang-up resulted in a “significant” marijuana seizure and grow operation discovery by the Athabasca RCMP May 9.
Leak reduces raw water pond to 50 per cent

Leak reduces raw water pond to 50 per cent

Aspen Regional Water Service Crews spent three days repairing its raw water supply line May 8-10 after a small leak in the pipe discovered late April became more serious.
Pool tender award week approaches

Pool tender award week approaches

Town of Athabasca councillors will not be reviewing pool project tender submissions before the public openings of the figures during the June 5 tender award week. During the May 2 town council meeting, Coun.
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