Athabasca News

1,995 students received degrees at the end of 2024-25 school year, with more than half coming from outside Alberta

Inconsistencies in fire department billing have prompted Athabasca County to re-evaluate its policies. Council is now considering various models, including flat rates and caps, to ensure residents are charged fairly and predictably for fire response services.

Phone calls and emails from residents about 2025 tax bills have councillors interested in learning more about assessment process, options for appeal

County adding in an extra $2,500 towards playground replacement in easternmost hamlet

Initial public engagement back in Spring 2024, but bulk of bylaw remains unchanged a year later

Councillors debate use of funds, but go ahead with annual support for Canada Day staple

ATMORE — The month of May was an eventful one weather-wise in Athabasca County; dry heat and strong winds fueled a wildfire south of Boyle at the start of the month, and the last week of May saw two confirmed EF1 tornadoes touch down in the Atm

'The fire has definitely been lit for next year': Frank

Proposed procedural bylaw change would allow for virtual attendance in a public hearing, but secondary issue caught eye of councillors

Aspen View Public Schools expands directions for the inclusion of traditional knowledge and practices, success for Indigenous students