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Running for a cure and creating hope for the future

Running for a cure and creating hope for the future

After going through one of the most trying journeys of her life, Madena Reimer has come out a warrior and a survivor in the battle against breast cancer.
Conference policy not needed, says Athabasca Town Council

Conference policy not needed, says Athabasca Town Council

Athabasca Town Council voted against adapting a policy regarding councillors attending conferences at last Tuesday’s council meeting. The idea of a policy regarding conferences sparked a debate amongst the councillors.
Athabasca physician recruitment drive in full swing

Athabasca physician recruitment drive in full swing

Athabasca’s Physician Recruitment Committee is continuing its good work, having played host to two recent visits from doctors to the Town of Athabasca.
Public hearing to discuss rezoning, new subdivision

Public hearing to discuss rezoning, new subdivision

The rezoning of property on the east hill from urban reserve to R2 residential could mean a new subdivision for Athabasca.
Born To Be Wild

Born To Be Wild

Taking a minute to show off their bikes, (l-r) Joe Gudmondson, Kelly Combs, Kyle Moneta, and Josh Vametre enjoy their weekend campout at the 13th annual Hawg Flatts Pig Roast and Bike Rally last weekend.
County looks for new Highway 63 emergency response team

County looks for new Highway 63 emergency response team

Given the recent reports regarding safety on Highway 63 and the need to improve emergency services, Athabasca County Council discussed the issue at their meeting on July 9 and unanimously agreed to have administration prepare a Request For Proposal (
Library wins architectural consultation for new building

Library wins architectural consultation for new building

Athabasca’s Alice B. Donahue Library and Archives received a Blue Sky Architecture Award on June 22 from the prestigious Manasc Isaac architectural firm in Edmonton in the form of $5,000 worth of consulting for a new library building.
$75,000 grant for train station

$75,000 grant for train station

The Athabasca Heritage Society has received a federal matching grant for $75,000 to restore the inside of the main floor of the train station.
Tornado watch for Athabasca

Tornado watch for Athabasca

On Thursday afternoon, Environment Canada issued a tornado watch for Athabasca and Island Lake.
Graduation Day

Graduation Day

Katelyn Crest (left) and Tara Gustafson were the first ones to walk down the aisle during the procession at the Edwin Parr Composite 2012 graduation ceremony last Saturday.
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