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How far will the Town of Westlock Volunteer Fire Department go to collect supplies for the Westlock and District Food Bank and Family and Community Support Services? The sky’s the limit.

The Town of Westlock is mailing out a survey asking residents to list what should be council’s Top 3 priorities for 2018. The survey will be included in the utility bill and can be found at the town’s website.

It’s been four months since Moa Johansson flew to Canada from her native Sweden, setting out on a year-long adventure as part of the Rotary Youth Exchange program. The 17-year-old Swedish high school student spoke to R.F.

The Christmas spirit is alive and well as the Town of Westlock Fire Department will spend the remainder of December ensuring the Westlock and District Food Bank and Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) are well stocked.

Despite only playing four games this year, Edmonton Eskimos offensive lineman Simeon Rottier is optimistic that he will reach his goal of playing 10 years in the Canadian Football League.

Lots of children hope to find some new tech under the tree, but the Westlock Healthcare Centre is looking to acquire a very specific piece of equipment for its littlest patients.

The Westlock and District Community Hall is hosting its annual fundraising dinner and dance Dec. 9, bringing Alberta-based country band Renegade Station (formerly known as Domino) to the stage.

Waste commissions across the province, including in Westlock, could be caught footing the bill to recycle used oil.

The Westlock Regional Waste Management Commission is looking at innovative ways to bring in revenue and encourage recycling without hammering users with more fees or cutting services.

On top of a $30,000 Community Initiatives Program (CIP) grant, Busby Volunteer Fire Department raised an estimated $15,000 at their sixth annual Smoke Stompin’ Dinner, Dance and Silent Auction Nov. 18.