Athabasca, Barrhead, Westlock News

This woman's place is in the boiler room

Tammy Herrick reflects on her career as first woman power engineer in northern Alberta

Jul 1, 2025 9:35 AM Read more >

Fawcett celebrates Canada Day

The hamlet of Fawcett celebrated Canada’s 158th birthday with an event-filled weekend from June 27-29.

Jul 1, 2025 7:33 AM Read more >

JULY 1 ROAD REPORT: Town and Country road conditions and cams

Get a look at your commute - click for up-to-date conditions map and road cameras

Jul 1, 2025 5:01 AM Read more >

Westlock fire chief praises responders in school bus collision on Highway 44

A semi-truck rear-ended a school bus north of Westlock on June 25. No students were injured, but the truck driver was taken to hospital with injuries.

Jun 30, 2025 5:28 PM Read more >

Major projects bill draws criticism from area MPs despite support

Arnold Viersen and Shannon Stubbs warn of government overreach, say Bill C-5 isn’t enough to address Canada’s concerns

Jun 30, 2025 3:29 PM Read more >

Made-in-Athabasca wildfire water cannon makes a splash

The HydroDome 1000, built in Athabasca, could change fire season in Alberta for communities, private industry

Jun 30, 2025 1:28 PM Read more >

Fields store on 106 street set to close permanently

The Fields staff has been notified of their closure with no date released yet.

Jun 30, 2025 1:14 PM Read more >

Westlock resident released on bail following cocaine trafficking charges

Nicole Bombay has been released on bail after being charged with two counts of cocaine trafficking in May 2025.

Jun 30, 2025 11:16 AM Read more >

Man in Busby break-in attempt with clown mask receives 10 months in jail

Justice says sentence could have easily been much higher

Jun 30, 2025 9:35 AM Read more >

ADOPT A PET: Hello, I'm Molly!

Great West Media, in partnership with Second Chance Animal Rescue Society, brings you this feature highlighting a special pet that is in need of adoption.

Jun 30, 2025 7:27 AM Read more >