Athabasca, Barrhead, Westlock News

Youth convicted of sexual assault in classroom given conditional discharge

Judge said youth’s offence was at 'very low range of seriousness,' and he had 'positive prospects' for rehabilitation.

Oct 30, 2024 8:56 AM Read more >

Canada Post presents latest contract offer to Canadian Union of Postal Workers

The union announced earlier this week that its members voted overwhelmingly to support a strike if a deal could not be reached at the bargaining table.

Oct 30, 2024 7:28 AM Read more >

Athabasca County updates protective services stats

From fire calls to lost dogs, county staff kept busy over summer months

Oct 30, 2024 6:10 AM Read more >

OCTOBER 30 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

Oct 30, 2024 5:00 AM Read more >

Case against youth accused of trying to kill woman back in court

Police say the accused took an 18-year-old woman near Long Island Lake, attacked her in an attempt to kill her and then left her in the forest to die.

Oct 29, 2024 4:53 PM Read more >

20-year-old charged with attempted murder granted bail

Elijah Auigbelle will reside in Bonnyville on house arrest

Oct 29, 2024 4:33 PM Read more >

Brian Hall stepping back from Athabasca County reeveship

Athabasca County to have new leader for first time since 2021 election

Oct 29, 2024 2:59 PM Read more >

Alberta Premier Smith says lower-than-forecast oil prices could mean budget deficit

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says a potential budget deficit next year is not off the table.

Oct 29, 2024 2:39 PM Read more >

Rural Alberta water utilities need almost $3 billion investment: report

The funding needed to bring water infrastructure up to its most manageable and cost-effective state is $2.96 billion more than rural municipalities currently have access to.

Oct 29, 2024 2:15 PM Read more >