Local News

County of Barrhead incumbent decides not to seek re-election

Darrell Troock reflects about his career in municipal politics that spans 16-years

Jul 20, 2021 11:00 AM Read more >

Thefts and B&Es down close to 50 per cent versus last year

While Criminal Code files are dropping, Mental Health Act files have tripled since 2019

Jul 20, 2021 8:00 AM Read more >

Homeland Housing to take over Westlock Place

Deal includes $617,080 payment from Homeland to the town to retire debenture

Jul 19, 2021 1:00 PM Read more >

All-wheel park passes another hurdle

Town of Barrhead councillors approve development application for new skate park

Jul 19, 2021 11:00 AM Read more >

County considering agricultural disaster

Record heat and lack of rain leads to concerns from councillors

Jul 19, 2021 8:00 AM Read more >

Attempted murder suspect at-large

Athabasca RCMP report

Jul 18, 2021 2:00 PM Read more >

County reeve makes re-election bid

Jared Stitsen looks to represent Division 2 for a second term

Jul 18, 2021 11:00 AM Read more >

MP Viersen says delay of Bill C-208 part of trend of Liberals ignoring Parliament’s wishes

Legislation would amend Income Tax Act to remove tax burden on farm families transferring assets between family members

Jul 18, 2021 8:00 AM Read more >

Sustainable artwork, nature and decay

Local artists’ work on display at Mossy Trails Boreal Gallery for art walk event

Jul 17, 2021 2:00 PM Read more >

Former County of Barrhead Reeve Joe Smith passes away

Long-time friend Roy Ulmer recalls Smith’s love of baseball

Jul 17, 2021 11:05 AM Read more >