Athabasca, Barrhead, Westlock News

No rain expected until Friday as fire bans continue

Another hot and smoky week expected for north-central Alberta

Jun 9, 2025 1:28 PM Read more >

More robust guidelines around Indigenous education implemented at Aspen View

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

Jun 9, 2025 9:36 AM Read more >

The Barrhead Van-Go secret is out and people need to know

Private functions, weddings, a ride out to Fort Assiniboine, shopping ride or a ride to Main Street for a coffee as well as a medical appointment ride can all be accommodated by the FCSS Van-Go program

Jun 9, 2025 6:51 AM Read more >

UPDATE: Al-Pac Mill back to regular operation following fire

Friday's fire under control thanks to mutual aid from County, as well as mill's emergency response team

Jun 9, 2025 6:30 AM Read more >

JUNE 9 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 9, 2025 5:00 AM Read more >

Town of Barrhead sets public auction date

Old mill site goes up for sale Aug. 13

Jun 8, 2025 5:11 PM Read more >

Pembina Hills school board chair expresses concerns on funding, classroom sizes

David Truckey, the Pembina Hills School Division board chair expressed concerns on funding and classroom sizes for the upcoming 2025/26 school year at the most recent R.F. Staples School Council meeting on May 27.

Jun 8, 2025 1:10 PM Read more >

Community groups ask Town of Barrhead to waive rental fees

Town of Barrhead grants requests by giving grants in lieu

Jun 8, 2025 9:10 AM Read more >

FCSS community dinner

Leah David and Stacey Gislason of the Alberta Emergency Management Association (AEMA) makes a presentation on emergency preparedness at an FCSS community dinner at Westlock Memorial Hall.

Jun 8, 2025 7:07 AM Read more >

JUNE 8 ROAD REPORT: Town and Country road conditions and cams