Athabasca, Barrhead, Westlock News

Barrhead's Mia Schuurman is a Team Alberta champion

Mia Schuurman, from Barrhead, wins gold as a part of the 2024 Team Alberta girl's U14 baseball team

Aug 27, 2024 4:58 PM Read more >

Jasper wildfires caused $880 million in insured damages: IBC

The Jasper wildfire currently ranks number nine in Canada's top 10 natural disasters for insurance payouts, according to the Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC).

Aug 27, 2024 4:10 PM Read more >

Westlock County man charged with attempted murder

The victim is expected to recover, say police.

Aug 27, 2024 1:54 PM Read more >

Barrhead councillor has concerns about water security

Town of Barrhead Coun. Rod Klumph asked if the water commission had ever investigated another water source other than the Paddle River

Aug 27, 2024 12:58 PM Read more >

Suspect granted bail following contested hearing

The Crown had contested his release, arguing both primary grounds, concerning flight risk, and secondary grounds, relating to public safety concerns.

Aug 27, 2024 10:57 AM Read more >

Sale of Barrhead‘s Schneider Lands delayed

Prospective buyer of the 11-acre property asks for extension

Aug 27, 2024 8:57 AM Read more >

Trial set for Whitecourt man, with or without him

Crown prosecutor asks for ex-parte trial after accused does not attend court appearance for the sixth time

Aug 27, 2024 6:24 AM Read more >

Westlock and District FCSS Tools for School helps local students

The FCSS Tools for School program had about 47 applications to help area students with school supplies this year.

Aug 27, 2024 6:05 AM Read more >

Word of mouth times 5,000

These awards are honours that can’t be bought by a business. They can only be earned from you – our readers. And the voters, as they say, are never wrong.

Aug 27, 2024 6:00 AM Read more >