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In 1953, at the age of 17 or 18, Shirley Morie, a long-time resident of Westlock, Alberta, was one of only 50 young women across Canada chosen to participate in a historic journey to London for the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II.

Great West Media, in partnership with Second Chance Animal Rescue Society, brings you this feature highlighting a special pet that is in need of adoption.

Don't miss out on all the fun at Misty Ridge Ski Hill

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

WESTLOCK – Rising crime rates are putting extra strain on Westlock County's firefighting resources, with an uptick in calls related to stolen vehicles being torched, according to John Biro, Manager of Protective Services for Westlock County

The Government of Alberta says it has an obligation to some coal companies to allow open-pit mining, but these "contractual relationships" aren't quite formal contracts.

Crosswalks, flags, and housing insecurity lead list of most note-worthy news stories

From electric trucks to the loss of a local staple and contention at the county, 2024 proved a busy year

The Bridge to Teacher Certification Program available in Alberta is helping George become a teacher

Plummeting numbers of volunteers threaten the sustainability of rural communities.