Athabasca, Barrhead, Westlock News

Alberta has fewer farm jobs, but still not enough people to fill them

Employers say rural nature of industry hampers recruitment of farm workers in Alberta

Jul 24, 2024 1:15 PM Read more >

RCMP hope café chats help get Athabasca's concerns communicated

Coffee with a Cop program taking place every Thursday at 9 a.m.

Jul 24, 2024 1:00 PM Read more >

Grand Union Hotel - a storied history

Historic building fire recalls memories of the 1910s, a time when fires were more common

Jul 24, 2024 12:29 PM Read more >

Trades touted as solid rural paths to rewarding Alberta careers

Albertans who choose apprenticeship, certificate or diploma programs won’t necessarily be forced to leave behind their home communities for the bright lights of Calgary or Edmonton.

Jul 24, 2024 12:15 PM Read more >

BREAKING: Severe thunderstorm watch issued for Barrhead, Westlock, Athabasca

Jul 24, 2024 11:37 AM Read more >

Summer horse camps offer youth something to do while school is out

Paradise Acres Ranch in Sturgeon County, which is holding summer horse camps, has opened spots for youth in Westlock and area.

Jul 24, 2024 11:15 AM Read more >

Fishing advisory issued in Alberta due to heat, low water levels

Anglers are asked to fish only in stocked lakes or ponds while an Alberta-wide advisory is in effect.

Jul 24, 2024 10:51 AM Read more >

Become a fungi champignon with Science Outreach – Athabasca’s upcoming mushroom display

Learn how to discern between edible and poisonous species found in the area July 31

Jul 24, 2024 8:41 AM Read more >

CKUA Radio fundraising campaign pushing $2 million

Edmonton based radio station on track to raise $3 million and stay afloat

Jul 24, 2024 7:15 AM Read more >

WATCH: Athabasca fire chief Jason Sturrock on the Grand Union Hotel fire

Click on the link below the picture to watch the video

Jul 24, 2024 6:43 AM Read more >

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