Athabasca, Barrhead, Westlock News

Asbestos removal at Capri Mall underway

Capri Mall under construction to remove asbestos.

May 8, 2025 8:47 AM Read more >

UPDATE: Boyle fire not expected to grow overnight

Athabasca County says fire contained on all sides, with firefighting efforts to continue overnight.

May 7, 2025 7:48 PM Read more >

Boyle evacuees wait anxiously, community near and far step up with support

While Boyle residents like Breanna Mackenzie wait to see what will happen to their homes and community, fellow Athabascans and Albertans as far as Edmonton offer support

May 7, 2025 5:44 PM Read more >

UPDATE: Boyle Healthcare Centre closed until futher notice

The facility will remain closed until it is deemed safe to reopen.

May 7, 2025 4:58 PM Read more >

UPDATE: Boyle School closed until further notice due to fire

School officials say they are hopeful the evacuation order will be lifted soon, allowing normal operations to resume.

May 7, 2025 4:55 PM Read more >

Fire-induced power outage impacting 268 buildings

Fortis Alberta crews working to replace 23 power poles following widlfire

May 7, 2025 4:29 PM Read more >

UPDATE: Athabasca County making 'excellent' progress on Boyle fire

Evacuees who didn't attend registration centre encouraged to register via QR code for tracking purposes

May 7, 2025 4:13 PM Read more >

UPDATE: 1,000 hectares burnt by Boyle wildfire

ATHABASCA — Boyle and Athabasca County officials are asking locals to stay away and give crews space and time to continue fighting the wildfire threatening the village from the south.

May 7, 2025 2:32 PM Read more >

BREAKING: Hidden Valley Golf course and French Creek RV Campground operational after wildfire damage

Hot spots and flames remain, but there is hope the worst is over.

May 7, 2025 2:30 PM Read more >

Wildfires in Westlock County remain held as crews monitor hot spots

The County has issued a fire ban

May 7, 2025 12:12 PM Read more >