Local News

Two more COVID deaths in Barrhead, Westlock County

One hundred and fifty nine active cases identified in Athabasca, Barrhead and Westlock

Sep 17, 2021 5:30 PM Read more >

Walk-a-Mile in need of more feet

PRAAC’s annual fundraiser changed once again due to COVID

Sep 17, 2021 3:00 PM Read more >

Looking outside the box

Town of Barrhead council needs to utilize the untapped resources of its residents to help solve some of its challenges

Sep 17, 2021 2:00 PM Read more >

Derko in for another run to git ‘er done

Boyle mayor will try for another term on village council

Sep 17, 2021 11:00 AM Read more >

Revamped rates schedule will be debated as part of budget 2022

Three per cent increase proposed for variety of fees; rates at the pool and RSC haven’t changed since 2015

Sep 17, 2021 8:00 AM Read more >

BRASS returns with a new production

Audience will get to choose the ending during interactive virtual play

Sep 16, 2021 4:00 PM Read more >

Town council shoots down additional COVID restrictions

Issue discussed, but no motions were brought forward

Sep 16, 2021 12:00 PM Read more >

Bridge work will mean new access to Centennial Park

Tender will be awarded by December, with work expected to begin shortly after

Sep 16, 2021 10:30 AM Read more >

Council reduces firefighting bill

Coun. Darrell Troock suggests council should be in charge of issuing fire control orders

Sep 16, 2021 10:00 AM Read more >

KAPS pipeline resumes construction, expected to be completed in 2023

Pipeline passing through the southern end of Westlock County is expected to create 2,000 jobs

Sep 16, 2021 8:00 AM Read more >