Athabasca, Barrhead, Westlock News

Bear cub captured in Westlock Halloween night not a “problem bear”

There are several factors that contributed to the bear cub’s positive outcome, including the highly visible capture on Halloween night

Nov 2, 2023 1:18 PM Read more >

Bombers take two of three

Head coach calls home victory over the Vegreville Vipers the most complete game of the season

Nov 2, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

Town changes dog control bylaw at Oct. 23 regular meeting

Changes made to “better protect” the town

Nov 2, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >

Health care staffing shortages causing "desperation" in rural communities

This month, the province has made two announcements that could lead to some easing of staffing issues in rural Alberta.

Nov 2, 2023 6:45 AM Read more >

Westlock Rotary Interact Club to hold annual fundraiser this Saturday

Event will feature singer Ben Chase, with local musician Koltan Potts as the opener

Nov 1, 2023 5:00 PM Read more >

GALLERY: Bear cub capture on Halloween night

The young cub will be transported to a rehabilitation centre in southern Alberta

Nov 1, 2023 4:18 PM Read more >

Scary digs

Nov 1, 2023 3:00 PM Read more >

BREAKING: Black bear cub to be taken to rehab centre

The rehab centre is in southern Alberta and will be released in the spring

Nov 1, 2023 1:41 PM Read more >

UPDATE: Highway 63 re-opens single lane traffic

GRASSLAND - Highway 63 traffic just west of Grassland near Township Road 674 has resumed, with firefighters opening a single lane. As of a 12:47 Voyent alert from Athabasca County, crews are still on the scene.

Nov 1, 2023 1:03 PM Read more >

Steelers players ask council for dedicated dressing room

Councillors deny request but instruct administration to cost out compromise

Nov 1, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >