Athabasca, Barrhead, Westlock News

Trades-focused youth employment program expanding across rural Alberta

While youth unemployment rates reach a high not seen since the '90's, this Edmonton-based employment service is helping rural kids find careers

Jun 26, 2025 1:33 PM Read more >

Boyle hospital to see service disruptions June 27, 28 & 29

Lack of physician coverage on Friday, Saturday, Sunday evenings

Jun 26, 2025 1:18 PM Read more >

Pembina Hills school bus rear-ended by semi near Westlock, no student injuries reported

Emergency services responded to a collision 12 km north of the Town of Westlock after a semi-truck rear-ended a school bus.

Jun 26, 2025 10:28 AM Read more >

Pathway to road on Thunder Lake still possible

County of Barrhead councillors instruct admin to look for options that will allow landowners to upgrade OHV path to something passable for vehicles

Jun 26, 2025 9:30 AM Read more >

PHOTO GALLERY: Spirit Week at Westlock Elementary

Students showed up each day with a new theme, something wacky, something comfy and something that united Alberta.

Jun 26, 2025 7:26 AM Read more >

JUNE 26 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

Jun 26, 2025 4:59 AM Read more >

Nightclub owner promises live music and community spirit in Boyle

A former Seventh Day Adventists church in Boyle is set to undergo a dramatic transformation, becoming a vibrant nightclub offering live music and affordable food.

Jun 25, 2025 5:26 PM Read more >

Support from minor ball players spurs Red Lions to victory vs St. Albert Cardinals

The Westlock Red Lions defeated the St. Albert Cardinals 7-2 on June 18 following the Westlock Minor Ball Association year-end team celebrations at Keller Field.

Jun 25, 2025 3:25 PM Read more >

Aspendale development plan receives feedback on proposed development

The proposed Aspendale Area Structure Plan (ASP) draft was presented to Westlock community members at an open house at the Rotary Spirit Centre on June 18.

Jun 25, 2025 1:25 PM Read more >

County of Barrhead to proceed with Manola lagoon study

Amalgamation of businesses who specialize in wastewater lagoon sludge analysis cause costs to spike

Jun 25, 2025 11:24 AM Read more >