Athabasca, Barrhead, Westlock News

Colin Derko re-appointed as Village of Boyle Mayor

Derko says he's 'excited about serving as mayor' for another year

Nov 3, 2023 3:00 PM Read more >

Pembina Hills student enrolment remains stable

School division sees slight decrease in students at community schools

Nov 3, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

Lagging rural housing starts blamed on lack of data

Urban centres see growth in September, but development in less-populated areas shows signs of slowing

Nov 3, 2023 11:29 AM Read more >

Alberta doctors 'trepidatious' about changes to already fragile health-care system

CALGARY — The new president of the Alberta Medical Association says doctors are apprehensive about expected changes to the province's health-care delivery system as they deal with ongoing pressures in clinics and hospitals.

Nov 3, 2023 11:15 AM Read more >

Westlock FCSS to host Youth Conference Nov. 10

Day-long event at Pine Valley Resort to focus on self-care and wellness

Nov 3, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >

Alberta proposes changes to Public Health Act after COVID court ruling

EDMONTON — The Alberta government is proposing changes to the Public Health Act to allow politicians to make final decisions in public health emergencies.

Nov 3, 2023 6:45 AM Read more >

Blue-green algae advisories lifted for Baptiste, Skeleton Lake, McFarlane Beach

Advisories lifted as a result of water temperature changes

Nov 2, 2023 4:04 PM Read more >

Tough home loss

The Barrhead U18 Steelers suffered a disappointing 6-0 loss at the Agrena against the Edson Sabres. The loss put their record at two wins and three losses in the young North Eastern Alberta Hockey League (NEAHL) season.

Nov 2, 2023 3:20 PM Read more >

Boyle introduces natural gas franchise fee, looks to sell utility

Village of Boyle passes first reading of service agreement bylaw with Apex Utilities

Nov 2, 2023 3:00 PM Read more >

Trucking industry significant driver of Alberta’s economy

Commercial truckers carry a heavy load when it comes to Alberta’s economic wellbeing, accounting for approximately $3.52 billion of the province’s GDP in 2022.

Nov 2, 2023 2:15 PM Read more >