Local News

Westlock County poised to scrap annual $63 dump card fee

Initiated in 2021, program has been a nightmare for staff and source of frustration for ratepayers

Aug 21, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >

Boyle teen returns from South Africa with medals in hand

Paige Bechthold, 17, part of victorious Team Canada at Africa Genesis Archery World Tournament

Aug 20, 2023 3:30 PM Read more >

Pembina Hills installing more extended arm stop signs and cameras on buses

Motorists passing stopped school buses with alternating red lights remains a problem within school division

Aug 20, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

Pleasant Valley Lodge a step closer to breaking ground on six-figure project

Lodge looks to break ground on gazebo and walking path this fall

Aug 20, 2023 11:00 AM Read more >

Nine area groups get $210K via the Community Services Recovery Fund

Money handed out by the Westlock Community Foundation

Aug 20, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >

Memories of the Barrhead Blue Heron Fair Days

Hundreds of people took in Barrhead's Blue Heron Fair Days Aug 12-13. Here is a look back at some of the highlights.

Aug 19, 2023 11:00 AM Read more >

Sweet sounds on a Sunday afternoon

Second-annual Music In The Park held Aug. 13

Aug 19, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >

Suspected Fawcett shooter remains on the lam

Justin Alexander McKinney, 30, facing charges of aggravate assault and careless use of a firearm

Aug 18, 2023 5:00 PM Read more >

Police close Highway 769 due to serious accident

Multi-vehicle collision occurred around noon Aug. 18

Aug 18, 2023 2:05 PM Read more >

Rubber duckies flock to Paddle River for first-ever Dignity Duck Race

Around 650 ducks released into river Aug. 12 as part of fundraiser for Central Alberta underwater search team

Aug 18, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >