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Athabasca County looks to opt out of immigration program

Athabasca County looks to opt out of immigration program

Less than a year after applying, Athabasca County will be withdrawing from the Rural Renewal Stream as it brought “unforeseen” costs
Westlock ag fair returns with fan favourites and a handful of new events

Westlock ag fair returns with fan favourites and a handful of new events

One-hundred-and-seventh-annual event runs Aug. 18-20; parade’s theme is ‘rural life’
Barrhead Orioles swept by St. Albert Cardinals in NCABL semifinal

Barrhead Orioles swept by St. Albert Cardinals in NCABL semifinal

Manager Chase Visser says the club took a big step forward in 2022
Red Lions roll over Twins in NCABL semifinal

Red Lions roll over Twins in NCABL semifinal

Club puts up 20 runs in the final two games to win the best-of-three series; Red Lions and St. Albert Cardinals will now battle for the league crown
Healthcare discussions continue between municipal leaders

Healthcare discussions continue between municipal leaders

Athabasca region and Lac La Biche County looking to provide a united front to AHS
Fort Assiniboine Hamlet Hoedown set for Aug 18-20

Fort Assiniboine Hamlet Hoedown set for Aug 18-20

Ag Society draws inspiration from its past to put on Hamlet Hoedown
Premier will participate in Westlock ag fair parade

Premier will participate in Westlock ag fair parade

Danielle Smith also slated to meet with municipal reps Aug. 18
Emergency repairs needed on Athabasca Bridge near Fort Assiniboine

Emergency repairs needed on Athabasca Bridge near Fort Assiniboine

Former Woodlands County councillor concerned over health of bridge
Athabasca initiative provides judgement-free food

Athabasca initiative provides judgement-free food

VanHout Bakery’s Bead to Feed program serves the hungry, no questions asked
A look inside the Pibroch Colony

A look inside the Pibroch Colony

Westlock Rotary Club members tour the Colony Aug. 10
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