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Cat control bylaw delayed, responsible pet ownership bylaw requested

Cat control bylaw delayed, responsible pet ownership bylaw requested

The town of Westlock's cat control bylaw was not passed on Feb. 10, following the review of public feedback. Council members then voiced their own concerns about the ability to enforce such a measure effectively.
Woman ‘lost’ in justice system somewhere, found

Woman ‘lost’ in justice system somewhere, found

'That’s good news:' Justice G. Rice. 
FEBRUARY 18 ROAD REPORT: Town and Country road conditions and cams

FEBRUARY 18 ROAD REPORT: Town and Country road conditions and cams

Get a look at your commute - click for up-to-date conditions map and road cameras
Athabasca MLA tells county to keep at Hwy 63 rescue

Athabasca MLA tells county to keep at Hwy 63 rescue

ATHABASCA – A highway rescue service that runs from Atmore to Mariana Lake is expected to stay on Athabasca County’s books, despite lobbying efforts from the county and the areas MLA Glenn van Dijken. During the Jan.
Rural transit ideas floated behind the scenes, UCP says

Rural transit ideas floated behind the scenes, UCP says

“I don't want to show my cards yet, but we're actually working on some really interesting policy ideas on how to increase transit options for rural Alberta,” said Alberta Transportation Minister Devin Dreeshen.
Who uses Athabasca’s Multiplex?

Who uses Athabasca’s Multiplex?

Patron data shows rec centre drawing in users from across the region
Westlock County approves final capital budget

Westlock County approves final capital budget

Capital projects will be funded by a combination of reserves, grants, and sale proceeds.
Most Albertans side with education workers, poll shows

Most Albertans side with education workers, poll shows

A majority of Albertans side with striking education workers, and the government appears to be losing ground with UCP supporters as job actions ramp up, a new poll suggests.
Group looks to bring triathlon back to Barrhead

Group looks to bring triathlon back to Barrhead

New committee asks Town of Barrhead councillors for exclusive use of the aquatics centre and other facilities to stage the event
Winter weather throws wrench in family day festivities

Winter weather throws wrench in family day festivities

Temperatures will sit at around -28 degrees C this morning, with the windchill bringing it down to a bitter -35 degrees C. Many family day festivities will be cancelled as a result.
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