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R.F. Staples pies staff members at their Carnival Day

R.F. Staples pies staff members at their Carnival Day

Students from R.F. Staples got the chance to have some fun out in the sun before deadlines and exams settle in.
JUNE 14 ROAD REPORT: Town and Country road conditions and cams

JUNE 14 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
Athabasca University Convocation showcases students and local community all at once

Athabasca University Convocation showcases students and local community all at once

1,995 students received degrees at the end of 2024-25 school year, with more than half coming from outside Alberta
Athabasca County aiming for consistency with fire bills

Athabasca County aiming for consistency with fire bills

Inconsistencies in fire department billing have prompted Athabasca County to re-evaluate its policies. Council is now considering various models, including flat rates and caps, to ensure residents are charged fairly and predictably for fire response services.
Athabasca councillors invite assessor to explain $32 million jump in 2025 property values

Athabasca councillors invite assessor to explain $32 million jump in 2025 property values

Phone calls and emails from residents about 2025 tax bills have councillors interested in learning more about assessment process, options for appeal
Country music singer-songwriter Danny Hooper visits Pembina Lodge

Country music singer-songwriter Danny Hooper visits Pembina Lodge

For Seniors Appreciation Week, Danny Hooper visited 15 different seniors lodges and homes to perform some classic Country hits.
Missing person from Morinville reported to have purchased fuel in Westlock area

Missing person from Morinville reported to have purchased fuel in Westlock area

A missing person from Morinville has been reported to have purchased gas in the Westlock/Barrhead area.
Athabasca County adding in extra money for Caslan playground

Athabasca County adding in extra money for Caslan playground

County adding in an extra $2,500 towards playground replacement in easternmost hamlet
More than $5,000 raised for the Pembina North Community School

More than $5,000 raised for the Pembina North Community School

A fundraiser on May 31 has led to over $5000 being raised for an outdoor classroom to be built at the Pembina North Community School.
JUNE 13 ROAD REPORT: Town and Country road conditions and cams

JUNE 13 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
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