Athabasca, Barrhead, Westlock News

County regional chief urges fire smarts

Fire season has arrived, and vigilance is key

Apr 22, 2021 7:07 AM Read more >

BREAKING: Crews respond to fire south of Athabasca

Apr 21, 2021 4:07 PM Read more >

Large grass fire south of Barrhead

Barrhead Regional Fire Services firefighters are at the scene of a large grass fire about 10 minutes south of Barrhead on Range Road 41. So far no details are known about how it started or if any outbuildings or vehicles were damaged. Barry Kerton/BL

Apr 21, 2021 2:13 PM Read more >

Long time Meadowview couple loses home in a fire

Family sets up a GoFundMe page to help couple recover

Apr 21, 2021 1:00 PM Read more >

AU professor named 3M Fellow

First time award has went to Athabasca University professor

Apr 21, 2021 11:00 AM Read more >

Spring brings motorcyclists, walkers and children on to the streets

Motorists need to take extra caution with the additional traffic, says Westlock Staff Sgt.

Apr 21, 2021 7:02 AM Read more >

Kenney comment a "small story" compared to bigger COVID picture

Premier linked Athabasca school outbreak to party where virus had “100 per cent attack rate”

Apr 20, 2021 2:00 PM Read more >

Endorsing letter could lead to substantial savings

Councillors take first step towards receiving a $730,000 rebate of potential Agrena ice rink upgrades

Apr 20, 2021 11:45 AM Read more >

MOU on the table for future Westlock-based compost facility

Waste commission chairman says they’re confident but not rushing

Apr 20, 2021 8:00 AM Read more >

Dining alfresco in Barrhead

Councillors debate whether to allow temporary outdoor patios

Apr 19, 2021 11:56 AM Read more >