Athabasca, Barrhead, Westlock News

Alberta budget 2025 cuts AISH funding by $49-million

The 2025 Alberta budget projects a total $77 million decrease for the AISH program over the next 3 years.

Feb 27, 2025 3:53 PM Read more >

Alberta Budget predicts Trump will soften on tariffs

The economic outlook incorporated in the budget assumes tariffs on goods will be 15 per cent in the year ahead rather than the 25 per cent tariff threatened by U.S. President Donald Trump.

Feb 27, 2025 3:40 PM Read more >

Fort Assiniboine early learning program offered

Pre-kindergarten children ages 3 and 4 can be enrolled in the Early Learning Program

Feb 27, 2025 1:05 PM Read more >

Barrhead senior boys Gryphons take second place in Vegreville b-ball tourney

Appearance in the final is the team's first in six seasons

Feb 27, 2025 11:02 AM Read more >

One of the four youth charged in Long Island Lake attack denied bail

A second youth was granted bail last month.

Feb 27, 2025 9:30 AM Read more >

Have you ever wondered what's in your bread?

Local grain farmer Otto Rottier starts 'mill your own flour' business

Feb 27, 2025 9:01 AM Read more >

U.S. tariffs, possible tax cuts expected to dominate Alberta budget

The looming threat of U.S. tariffs along with a potential tax cut are expected to dominate Alberta's budget today.

Feb 27, 2025 7:19 AM Read more >

From law enforcement to courtroom; court hears of trauma from past career

The man struggled with the trauma of his former high-stress career, court heard.

Feb 27, 2025 6:50 AM Read more >

FEBRUARY 27 ROAD REPORT: Town and Country road conditions and cams

Get a look at your commute - click for up-to-date conditions map and road cameras

Feb 27, 2025 5:00 AM Read more >

County of Barrhead peace officer kept hopping

Municipality may consider expanding its enforcement services adding another CPO after its lone officer opens 1,363 files in 2024

Feb 26, 2025 5:00 PM Read more >