Local News

Town of Barrhead donating old 1998 fire truck for use in Mexico

Unit had been originally targeted for use at community events, but town is now utilizing 1933 fire truck from museum

Aug 28, 2023 5:00 PM Read more >

Cardinals post two-straight wins over the Red Lions to claim NCABL crown

Following a 7-4 win in Game 1, the Red Lions fall 10-3 and 8-0 to lose series

Aug 28, 2023 3:00 PM Read more >

Contest Closed: Enter for a chance to WIN $1,000!

Congratulations to our Winner, Carrie B. from Ashmont, Alberta

Aug 28, 2023 3:00 PM Read more >

Fires and floods this spring cost Woodlands County more than $10.3 million

Three fires occurred in or near the county May 5, followed by flooding of Athabasca and McLeod Rivers June 20

Aug 28, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

Athabasca County names new CAO

Robert “Bob” Beck brings a mix of rural and urban experience to the role

Aug 28, 2023 11:00 AM Read more >

Westlock County non-residential tax incentive bylaw passes

Municipality offering incentives for new builds and renovations $50,000 and over

Aug 28, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >

Barrhead holds off on installing $15K glass doors at Aquatics Centre

Sliding glass doors were proposed as solution to problem of cold temperatures on pool deck, which had generated user complaints

Aug 27, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

Dissolution of Northern Alberta Interlock won’t negatively impact Athabasca-area hockey players

Athabasca set to join the North Eastern Alberta Hockey League

Aug 27, 2023 11:00 AM Read more >

Westlock County councillors get first look at social media policy

Policy will cover social media use by politicians and staff

Aug 27, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >

New OB-GYN now practicing in Barrhead

Dr. Ruhee Sidhu is originally from Edmonton but practiced medicine in Michigan and Arizona

Aug 26, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >