Local News

Municipal recreation facilities likely to remain closed for some time

Town of Barrhead communication co-ordinator said there is a lot of moving pieces to a decision to reopen a facility

Feb 14, 2021 10:00 AM Read more >

Purdy won’t seek Village of Clyde seat in October

This is the councillor's third year in municipal politics

Feb 14, 2021 8:00 AM Read more >

Westlock County residents upset about new Long Island Lake fees

Entrance to campground now costs minimum $20 per vehicle

Feb 13, 2021 1:00 PM Read more >

Cold weather forces cancellation of bus routes throughout Pembina Hills

Bus drivers are required to cancel their route if the temperature falls to –40C or below

Feb 13, 2021 10:00 AM Read more >

Mat program making a difference

RCMP attribute falling mischief numbers to the opening of the mat program

Feb 13, 2021 7:29 AM Read more >

Dress for the weather, RCMP advise

Emergency kits and having extra clothing in your vehicle can be lifesavers

Feb 12, 2021 1:04 PM Read more >

Reserve sees fourth shooting since September

Latest victim shot in the thigh with shotgun

Feb 12, 2021 11:00 AM Read more >

Woodlands County to provide Mayerthorpe with $51K for recreation services, FCSS

Contribution to local services utilized by county residents was based on old agreement between the two municipalities

Feb 12, 2021 7:00 AM Read more >

Protestors chant “End the lockdown” at Enough is Enough rally in Westlock

At least 60 people brave sub -30 C conditions Feb. 11; another rally planned for Barrhead Feb. 18

Feb 11, 2021 4:30 PM Read more >

Westlock area COVID-19 update: 6 active cases, 176 total

Alberta: 351 new cases, 5,501 active

Feb 11, 2021 4:09 PM Read more >