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ATHABASCA — A motion to send the recently-approved councillor remuneration policy for review sparked tense debate in Athabasca County council chambers, chiefly between reeve Brian Hall and Coun. Tracy Holland.

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Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is warning that softening oil prices means provincial funding won't keep pace with population growth in next week's budget.

5-1 loss to Bonnyville Pontiacs Feb. 17 ends NCHL playoff run

Councillors split on necessity of third-party review

Hundreds gathered in Smith, Alta. for the 3rd annual Skijoring and Cowboy Curling event Feb. 17 and 18

Westlock couple documents the history of the first Smith to arrive in Campsie

Sharks defeat CCRS Stingerz 69-46 in championship final

Members of the Westlock Town Council have been vocal in the opposition to the plebiscite, saying the bylaw would be a step backward for the community and create an image of the town as being discriminatory. Groups in favour of the bylaw have raised concerns about whether it is legal or ethical for members of council to campaign for or against an upcoming plebiscite.

Alfred Crookedneck pleaded guilty to assault by choking, assault, after two separate incidences in 2023