Local News

Blue Heron Fair offers something for everyone

The popular Barrhead summer event takes place Aug. 12-13

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Grand Union Hotel narrowly avoids going up for auction

Owner says “compromises were reached” and expects no issues moving forward

Aug 8, 2023 11:00 AM Read more >

Petition launched to keep Westlock’s public spaces “neutral”

Stephanie Bakker aims to present valid petition to town Sept. 21

Aug 8, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >

Communities in Bloom judges tour Athabasca

As summer reaches its height, judging is underway across the province

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Suspected Fawcett shooter remains at large

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

Aug 7, 2023 3:00 PM Read more >

Town of Barrhead tentatively sells its remaining Schnieder Lands property

Mayor Dave McKenzie excited about the potential possibilities the sale will bring

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Second storm in less than a week leaves residents cleaning up

Areas in and around Clyde hit the hardest July 30

Aug 7, 2023 11:00 AM Read more >

Skeleton Lake residents speak up at public hearing

Proposed re-zoning of campground draws fierce opposition

Aug 7, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >

Copper thief receives seven-month jail sentence

Christopher Blackburn, 28, also sentenced to 18 months of probation and fined $1,000 in Barrhead Court July 25

Aug 6, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

Man who lit co-worker’s pants on fire faces probation

Stephen Wasieczko lost his job following December 2021 incident

Aug 6, 2023 11:00 AM Read more >