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For the love of country

For the love of country

Barrhead Canadian Armed Forces veteran recounts his military career, saying it is important to remember that the sacrifices those who have served and those who are still in uniform are prepared to make because of their love of Canada
Local biologist part of half-century-long eagle study

Local biologist part of half-century-long eagle study

Dr. Elston Dzus enraptures audience with raptor presentation
New Staff Sgt. brings new numbers for new town council

New Staff Sgt. brings new numbers for new town council

Athabasca RCMP detachment crime stats trending down in second quarter
Nov. 2 accident would not trigger review of hauling route, says transportation minister

Nov. 2 accident would not trigger review of hauling route, says transportation minister

Accident occurred along provincial highways, so it does not fall within Town of Barrhead’s jurisdiction
Outdoor ceremony planned for Remembrance Day

Outdoor ceremony planned for Remembrance Day

COVID restrictions limit honouring veterans for second year
Westlock-area Remembrance Day ceremonies are set

Westlock-area Remembrance Day ceremonies are set

All Nov. 11 services will be held outdoors
Town to bring rural sustainability resolution to AUMA

Town to bring rural sustainability resolution to AUMA

City of Lacombe has already agreed to second at upcoming convention
Fort Assiniboine to stage muted Remembrance Day ceremony

Fort Assiniboine to stage muted Remembrance Day ceremony

The hamlet’s Royal Canadian Legion is organizing a small outdoor ceremony and its hall doors will remain closed
Westlock RCMP close case on four-plex fire

Westlock RCMP close case on four-plex fire

Although cause of fire remains “undetermined” police investigation ends
Steelers win at home

Steelers win at home

Hometown shutout Westlock rivals to earn first win
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