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Westlock ID theft suspect arrested

Westlock ID theft suspect arrested

Gunther Schwarten linked to 15 other break and enters
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COVID cases still rising in Athabasca

COVID cases still rising in Athabasca

Mandatory restrictions from the province went into effect Sunday
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Excessive trash in wastewater a concern for town

Excessive trash in wastewater a concern for town

Municipality has asked numerous times for residents to be aware of what they flush
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A better parking plan is needed for Barrhead’s Main Street

A better parking plan is needed for Barrhead’s Main Street

Councillors instruct administration to come up with a parking plan for the downtown area that includes accessible parking spots in preparation for the rehabilitation of Main Street project
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Home designer comes home

Home designer comes home

Michelle Wiese opens Design Hall in Westlock
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Misty Ridge poised to open for Christmas

Misty Ridge poised to open for Christmas

The biggest thing they need now is snow and colder temperatures
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Commanding officer ranks up

Commanding officer ranks up

Colin Folk recently passed the RCMP exam to become sergeant
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Funding comes through for courthouse upgrades

Funding comes through for courthouse upgrades

Athabasca gets $600K, while Barrhead receives $350K from province
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Town and county facilities shuttered to walk-in traffic

Town and county facilities shuttered to walk-in traffic

Thirty-four Town of Westlock staff laid off due to new regs; Westlock County’s main office and public works office will close to the public
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Barrhead Registries office temporarily closes its doors

Barrhead Registries office temporarily closes its doors

Office is expected to reopen by Jan. 4
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