Athabasca, Barrhead, Westlock News

U19 team going to NAIG has Barrhead connection

BCHS Gryphons coach Rod Callihoo and two alums to compete in North America Indigenous Games in Nova Scotia

Jul 18, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >

Junior Rock bound for the playoffs

Westlock lacrosse team earns postseason spot following regular season wrap July 15

Jul 17, 2023 5:00 PM Read more >

MLA appointed to sit on cabinet committee on economic diversification

Glenn van Dijken says diversification of economy needed for long-term prosperity

Jul 17, 2023 3:00 PM Read more >

Swan Hill man faces CSO after defrauding his employer

Ronald Reed Pengelly will repay company $5,069

Jul 17, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

Highway 44 upgrades in front of industrial park should be done soon

Entirety of work on Highway 44 not expected to be done until summer 2024

Jul 17, 2023 11:00 AM Read more >

Dr. Keith Dobson honoured with Officer of the Order of Canada

Dr. Dobson, who recently retired from teaching at the University of Calgary, has spent his life researching, and advocating for mental-health awareness

Jul 17, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >

Good and bad news for Barrhead food bank

FCSS executive director notes usage trending downward, but use by seniors continues to rise

Jul 16, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

Man who caused serious crash north of Linaria faces house arrest and 30-month driving ban

Niel William Pendrak also ordered to pay $3,000 in restitution

Jul 16, 2023 11:00 AM Read more >

Athabasca Regional Multiplex seeking front-door sponsorship

New vendor for concessions also sought in separate request for proposals

Jul 16, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >

Town denies STARS funding request for 2023

Councillors say the money is better served supporting local organizations, but are ready to revisit the request during 2024 budget deliberations

Jul 15, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >