Athabasca, Barrhead, Westlock News

Westlock Community Foundation receives a big donation

The Westlock Community Foundation revealed that they had been gifted the Rainbow For The Future building on Miller Giving Day.

May 8, 2025 12:48 PM Read more >

No further growth expected for fires near Fawcett and Twp Rd 630

The next wildfire update is scheduled for 2 p.m. today, May 8. Residents are encouraged to check back for the latest information.

May 8, 2025 11:29 AM Read more >

BREAKING: Village of Boyle cleared for re-entry following evacuation

Selected Athabasca County residences still under evacuation order, but Highway 831 fire now held says mayor and reeve

May 8, 2025 10:40 AM Read more >

Asbestos removal at Capri Mall underway

Capri Mall under construction to remove asbestos.

May 8, 2025 8:47 AM Read more >

UPDATE: Boyle fire not expected to grow overnight

Athabasca County says fire contained on all sides, with firefighting efforts to continue overnight.

May 7, 2025 7:48 PM Read more >

Boyle evacuees wait anxiously, community near and far step up with support

While Boyle residents like Breanna Mackenzie wait to see what will happen to their homes and community, fellow Athabascans and Albertans as far as Edmonton offer support

May 7, 2025 5:44 PM Read more >

UPDATE: Boyle Healthcare Centre closed until futher notice

The facility will remain closed until it is deemed safe to reopen.

May 7, 2025 4:58 PM Read more >

UPDATE: Boyle School closed until further notice due to fire

School officials say they are hopeful the evacuation order will be lifted soon, allowing normal operations to resume.

May 7, 2025 4:55 PM Read more >

Fire-induced power outage impacting 268 buildings

Fortis Alberta crews working to replace 23 power poles following widlfire

May 7, 2025 4:29 PM Read more >

UPDATE: Athabasca County making 'excellent' progress on Boyle fire

Evacuees who didn't attend registration centre encouraged to register via QR code for tracking purposes

May 7, 2025 4:13 PM Read more >

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