Local News

No Pembina Hills schools facing closure for third year in a row

Policy 15 requires superintendent to annually apply closure criteria to local schools

Nov 25, 2023 9:00 AM Read more >

Sugar shortage felt across the region as strike continues

Sporadic shipments leaving many store shelves empty

Nov 24, 2023 7:00 PM Read more >

Demolition by fire

Nov 24, 2023 5:00 PM Read more >

Three EV chargers now ready for use in Westlock

Level 2 chargers located at Heritage Building and Aquatic Centre, Level 3 charger can be found at Spirit Centre

Nov 24, 2023 3:00 PM Read more >

Electric school buses could save Canada $600 million report reveals at Edmonton conference

Provincial, federal subsidies needed to speed transition, advocates say

Nov 24, 2023 2:15 PM Read more >

Boyle Sr. Girls to face Provost in first round of playoffs

The Huskies boasted an almost undefeated record heading into 2023 provincials

Nov 24, 2023 1:35 PM Read more >

Library asks for more money from municipalities

Town of Barrhead councillors ponder lobbying approach while approving library budget

Nov 24, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

EPC Predators to face Barrhead Gryphons in first-round volleyball playoffs

Athabasca boys secured round robin record of 2-1

Nov 24, 2023 12:30 PM Read more >

Barrhead Dairy Queen helps raise $2,000 for Stollery Children's Hospital

Northern Alberta DQ locations collectively raise more than $10M through Miracle Treat Day

Nov 23, 2023 7:00 PM Read more >

Westlock levy to create more low-density residential lots

Levy will help fund improvements to a portion of 93 Street and 99 Ave.

Nov 23, 2023 3:00 PM Read more >