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Notley was 'inspirational': Tischer

Former NDP candidate Landen Tischer praises Notley for progressive change in Alberta

Jan 23, 2024 9:00 AM Read more >

Wording for plebiscite vote on crosswalk flagpole bylaw confirmed

Town of Westlock councillors unanimously vote to approve wording

Jan 22, 2024 8:17 PM Read more >

Alberta Emergency departments closed for 38,000 hours in 2023

Emergency departments in Alberta were closed for more than 38,000 hours, or about 4.3 years combined, in 2023.

Jan 22, 2024 5:09 PM Read more >

SNEAK PEEK: Town councillors to cover chamber request, net-zero initiatives, fire department report

Second meeting of 2024 will see councillors look back at 2023 and ahead to the future

Jan 22, 2024 3:53 PM Read more >

Councillors critique 'threatening' request from bus charter

Cold Shot looking for nearly $70k to continue Athabasca County operations

Jan 22, 2024 3:00 PM Read more >

Water back flowing in Manola

Work crews brave frigid temperatures to troubleshoot and fix water issue in the hamlet

Jan 22, 2024 1:00 PM Read more >

Some locals speak in support of Bombers

Fun Hockey organizers and parents voice their support for junior hockey franchise

Jan 22, 2024 1:00 PM Read more >

Extreme Alberta weather caused $3 billion in catastrophic losses in 2023

Insurance Bureau of Canada lists last year as fourth-worst on record

Jan 22, 2024 12:45 PM Read more >

Helipad project update presented to Athabasca Rotary members

County reeve Brian Hall joined Brian Scott to present the positive news about both community-led projects

Jan 22, 2024 11:00 AM Read more >

Westlock County fees bylaw kicked back to staff

Councillors ask about unauthorized building fines, demolition charges

Jan 22, 2024 9:00 AM Read more >