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FORECAST: Winter weather coming to Athabasca

FORECAST: Winter weather coming to Athabasca

Temperature drops and snow expected as early as January 8
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SNEAK PEEK: Athabasca County councillors back for first 2024 meeting

SNEAK PEEK: Athabasca County councillors back for first 2024 meeting

Councillors to consider Boyle bank closure, code of conduct bylaw and more
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How Albertans can survive financial stress in 2024

How Albertans can survive financial stress in 2024

Financial advisors offer advice for weathering the high cost of living in the new year
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Red carpet rollout a success for Tawatinaw Valley

Red carpet rollout a success for Tawatinaw Valley

Carpet replaces 55-year-old rope tow
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Round one goes to Barrhead Swim Club senior swimmers

Round one goes to Barrhead Swim Club senior swimmers

Pupils defeat coach in handicapped, grudge swimming heat
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Fawcett Hotel fire eyewitness praises response

Fawcett Hotel fire eyewitness praises response

WESTLOCK — Fawcett resident Roxann Larson, who lived next to the Fawcett Hotel and Bar, had a jarring end to 2023 when youngest son awoke and notified her of a large fire outside their home just before 5 a.m. on Dec. 31.
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The year that was in Barrhead

The year that was in Barrhead

County of Barrhead reeve Doug Drozd reflects on 2023 accomplishments
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Athabasca's notable news of 2023

Athabasca's notable news of 2023

Six local stories that impacted Athabasca County this year
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Barrhead residents making their mark

Barrhead residents making their mark

The Barrhead Leader’s top picks for “feel good stories” of 2023
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Wildfire smoke tops list of Athabasca’s climate concerns

Wildfire smoke tops list of Athabasca’s climate concerns

Risk assessment presented to town council for official adoption
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