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Freeland won't say how long it could take to determine what Alberta entitled from CPP

Freeland won't say how long it could take to determine what Alberta entitled from CPP

TORONTO — Citing the "complicated" nature of pensions and need for all provinces and territories to weigh in, Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland would not provide a specific timeline for determining how much Alberta would be entitled to if it leaves
RCMP on lookout for two stolen ATVs in Calling Lake

RCMP on lookout for two stolen ATVs in Calling Lake

CALLING LAKE – Athabasca RCMP are asking community members to be on the lookout for two stolen ATV’s they believe are in the Calling Lake area. One is a yellow 2006 Honda TRX250, and the other is a red Honda TRX300.
New family physician begins practice in Westlock

New family physician begins practice in Westlock

Dr. Emmanuel Omo-Osagie Ayoson hails from Edo State of Nigeria
Taking a second look at firefighter pay schedule policy

Taking a second look at firefighter pay schedule policy

Differences in policy interpretation causes County of Barrhead counillors to revisit firefighter pay schedule
Alberta mother fights for increased awareness on fentanyl poisoning

Alberta mother fights for increased awareness on fentanyl poisoning

An Alberta mother keeps up the fight to raise awareness about opioid toxicity poisonings as the death toll continues to rise in across Canada. 
Boyle councillors vocal over upcoming CIBC closure

Boyle councillors vocal over upcoming CIBC closure

BOYLE – Boyle residents are going to find themselves short a bank in the coming year, after the local CIBC branch announced it would be closing their doors May 2024. During their Dec.
Five per cent increase to water rates approved by Athabasca councillors

Five per cent increase to water rates approved by Athabasca councillors

Councillors appointed members at large to the Intermunicipal Subdivision and Development appeal board, review letter of concern
Canada middle of the pack for child poverty among rich nations

Canada middle of the pack for child poverty among rich nations

In Alberta, 16 per cent of children are living in poverty
Possible grenade causes temporary evacuation at Westlock Healthcare Centre

Possible grenade causes temporary evacuation at Westlock Healthcare Centre

RCMP Explosive Disposal Unit (EDU) consulted and determined item was a butane lighter
Athabasca RCMP hoping ‘digital surveillance map’ helps catch criminals

Athabasca RCMP hoping ‘digital surveillance map’ helps catch criminals

CAPTURE program maps surveillance cameras in region for use in investigations
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