Athabasca, Barrhead, Westlock News

'Dead children and youth are not red tape': Bill changes death investigation requirements

A new bill aimed at cutting red tape would alter the requirement that Alberta’s Office of the Child and Youth Advocate investigate deaths of all youth who received government intervention services.

Feb 26, 2025 4:25 PM Read more >

Lac Saint Anne Métis community concerns over coal mine dismissed by AER

Alberta Energy Regulator deems public hearing unnecessary for 68-hectare Coal Valley Mine expansion

Feb 26, 2025 2:30 PM Read more >

ATA raises concerns ahead of provincial budget

As Alberta prepares to unveil its new budget on Feb. 27, ATA says Albertans must remember the number $11.35 billion for education sector.

Feb 26, 2025 1:07 PM Read more >

County of Barrhead councillors approve land acquisition

Land needed so bridge on Range Road 44 near Misty Ridge Ski Hill and associated culvert can be replaced

Feb 26, 2025 12:57 PM Read more >

‘Just plant some damn trees’: County councillors have policy dust up

Dust control policy continues to split Athabasca County council with disagreements over who pays and how much they get

Feb 26, 2025 10:57 AM Read more >

Friday last day to use Peavey Mart gift cards

There's only a few days left to redeem Peavey Mart gift cards as liquidation sales continue.

Feb 26, 2025 10:20 AM Read more >

Pink Shirt Day says choose kindness to bullying

People of all ages experience bullying

Feb 26, 2025 8:58 AM Read more >

Photos: Westlock ladies curling bonspiel a beach party

Team Measures from Barrhead claimed the championship title.

Feb 26, 2025 7:15 AM Read more >

Eight charges pending after Barrhead RCMP execute search warrant

Sgt. Colin Hack credits SCAN and public for incident coming to successful conclusion

Feb 26, 2025 7:10 AM Read more >

FEBRUARY 26 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 26, 2025 5:00 AM Read more >