Athabasca, Barrhead, Westlock News

Barrhead ag society goes ahead with land purchase

Wildrose Rodeo Association asks ag society to submit another bid for their showcase rodeo finals Challenge event

Nov 28, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

Town of Westlock councillors passionate, defiant in opposing crosswalk and flagpole bylaw

Residents will vote on bylaw Feb. 22, 2024

Nov 28, 2023 12:22 PM Read more >

Rural car chargers vital for Canadian transport, says panel

Without public support, rural towns won't have electric vehicle chargers says panelist at 2023 Electric Mobility Canada conference held in Alberta this month.

Nov 28, 2023 11:15 AM Read more >

Employment facilitators present 2023 data to town council

Need for employment resources increasing during recent months, facilitators say

Nov 28, 2023 11:00 AM Read more >

Pembina Hills Supt. Michael Borgfjord submits resignation

Borgfjord will take on role of superintendent of Black Gold School Division starting June 1, 2024

Nov 28, 2023 9:00 AM Read more >

Half of young Canadians are fearing eviction: Habitat for Humanity Canada

Key takeaways from Stats Can housing data show half of Canadians are spending 50 per cent or more of their income on housing costs.

Nov 28, 2023 8:45 AM Read more >

ATA calls for greater transparency on classroom sizes following defeat of bill

“Adequate support for public education should not be a partisan or political issue,” ATA president Jason Schilling stated. “Regardless of political stripe, Albertans across the board want to see well-funded classrooms.”

Nov 28, 2023 5:45 AM Read more >

BREAKING: Westlock goes to polls on bylaw banning rainbow, other crosswalks

Bylaw forced by petition; vote coming Feb. 22

Nov 27, 2023 7:57 PM Read more >

First use of Alta. Sovereignty Act a ‘last resort’: Premier Smith

"We are left with no choice but to create a shield to protect Albertans from Ottawa’s dangerous and unconstitutional electricity regulations,” Danielle Smith said.

Nov 27, 2023 4:05 PM Read more >

Though officially ended, Alberta wildfire season isn't over yet

With fires still smouldering, a dry winter ahead, and businesses yet to catch up on costs and lost time, “it’s not over,” said Darlene Chouinard, of fire season.

Nov 27, 2023 3:49 PM Read more >