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Two firefighters recognized with federal Exemplary Service Medals

Two firefighters recognized with federal Exemplary Service Medals

Two Westlock County firefighters have been awarded with federal Fire Services Exemplary Service Medals for 20 years of continuous service.
Trueblood nets huge scholarship

Trueblood nets huge scholarship

A Dapp native has been rewarded for her commitment to legal philosophy with a $180,000 scholarship to pursue a doctorate at Oxford University in the United Kingdom this fall.
A dream come true for Kellert

A dream come true for Kellert

Very few people in this world get to perform in front of a crowd of more than 30,000 people, but Westlock’s Ben Kellert can now add his name to that list.
Danita coming to River Rats

Danita coming to River Rats

A local will rock the Magnificent River Rats Festival stage this year. On Saturday, June 29, Plamondon native Danita will make her return to the festival, having performed here over a decade ago.
Athabasca University Convocation takes over town

Athabasca University Convocation takes over town

Putting your life on hold while pursuing a university degree is not easy, but for 1,776 Athabasca University graduates, it has been worth it.
Hanna Gregoire tops 4-H show and sale

Hanna Gregoire tops 4-H show and sale

Hanna Gregoire is carrying on a family tradition of excellence in raising 4-H beef animals as a member of Sunniebend 4-H Beef Club.
Lucinda Chodan heading back to Montreal Gazette

Lucinda Chodan heading back to Montreal Gazette

One of Westlock’s top journalists is headed to Montreal to take on a new challenge. Lucinda Chodan, the current editor-in-chief of the Edmonton Journal, has accepted a new position with the Montreal Gazette.
Boisvert to rock River Rats

Boisvert to rock River Rats

It all started for Rene Boisvert in 1970 in Grosmont Hall near Baptiste Lake when he performed with his father, Joe Boisvert and the Old Tyme Band, driven by participation of his closest family and friends.
WES welcomes green thumbs

WES welcomes green thumbs

Garden enthusiasts are being invited to participate in a community garden at the southeastern corner of Westlock Elementary School.

Hitting the right notes

St. Mary School’s band program continues to rack up the accolades.
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