Local News

Barrhead resident arrested in connection to vehicle theft in Whitecourt

Suspect found after lengthy search involving assistance from the Swan Hills, RCMP air services and a dog unit

Jan 6, 2023 4:00 PM Read more >

Town of Westlock apologizes for “current state of roads”

Extreme cold, staff shortages cited as reasons for delayed cleanup

Jan 6, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

Stories of significance

Athabasca's look back and year in review for 2022

Jan 6, 2023 11:00 AM Read more >

Jubilee Arena demo back on track

Town of Westlock now expects site to be cleared within three weeks

Jan 6, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >

New year, same temporary hours at Boyle Healthcare Centre

Hospital continues to operate on 12-hour days due to lack of nursing staff

Jan 5, 2023 2:00 PM Read more >

Councillors raise a stink over transfer site and landfill levies

Woodlands County councillors ask for more information on water/sewer and garbage collection rates

Jan 5, 2023 11:00 AM Read more >

Local author shares passion for poetry in new children’s book

Book launch for The Wonder and the Whimsy held at the end of November

Jan 5, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >

Balanced budget paves the way for Alberta’s success in 2023

MLA Glenn van Dijken celebrating a balanced budget, new premier, and a new portfolio

Jan 4, 2023 1:30 PM Read more >

Woodlands County approves 2023 operating and capital budgets

Mill rate increases by three per cent as expected under the county’s five-year economic recovery plan

Jan 4, 2023 11:00 AM Read more >

Hundreds helped via Christmas Spirit campaign

Thanks to $10,000 in donations, the Christmas Spirit campaign helped just under 270 people over the holidays

Jan 4, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >