Local News

MLA says 2024 'responsible budget' helping to build a better future

Glenn van Dijken speaks on provincial budget’s local impacts

Mar 4, 2024 4:30 PM Read more >

Barrhead man receives over three months in jail for domestic dispute charges

Justice says accused needs to find someone to help him put on the brakes when tempted to use drugs or alcohol

Mar 4, 2024 3:00 PM Read more >

Clint Leveque grateful for support from Westlock community

GoFundMe page set up to help bring Claire Leveque home to Canada

Mar 4, 2024 1:05 PM Read more >

Judge warns man clocked travelling at high speed, hands down fine

Dexter Williams pleaded guilty to one count of exceeding the maximum speed by 64 clicks

Mar 4, 2024 1:00 PM Read more >

County of Barrhead council approves Community Grant Policy nomination

Mar 4, 2024 11:00 AM Read more >

Westlock County council develops priorities for RCMP performance plan

Following up on crime reports, reducing youth involvement in crime among priorities identified by councillors

Mar 4, 2024 9:00 AM Read more >

ROAD REPORT: Town and Country road conditions and road cams

Get a look at your commute - click for up-to-date conditions map and road cameras

Mar 4, 2024 5:00 AM Read more >

Fraud cases frustrating for Barrhead RCMP

Fewer than 10 per cent of fraud cases can be stopped

Mar 3, 2024 5:00 PM Read more >

Barrhead RCMP back to full staffing by April

New commander and two more officers coming, but new vacancy expected by June

Mar 3, 2024 3:00 PM Read more >

Budget handcuffing Athabasca’s efforts to spruce up town

Bike stands, water barrels, and graffiti removal some proposed ideas following Communities in Bloom report

Mar 3, 2024 1:00 PM Read more >