Local News

Boyle RCMP on scene of Highway 55 accident

Delays expected for several hours following three-vehicle collision

Feb 11, 2020 11:56 AM Read more >

Bourassa wins Community Spirit Award

Boyle and District Senior Citizen’s Association president recognized for service to the community

Feb 11, 2020 7:00 AM Read more >

Wabasca man charged with second-degree murder

Desmarais RCMP responded to a fatal stabbing Feb. 8

Feb 10, 2020 5:03 PM Read more >

MP apologizes for sex work remarks

Arnold Viersen asked female NDP MP if she ever ‘considered’ sex work

Feb 10, 2020 2:00 PM Read more >

Grades 7-12 could be cut from Grassland Community School

Aspen View School Division to make final decision April 8 after a viability study recommends complete closure

Feb 10, 2020 12:00 PM Read more >

Bag ban should lead to less blowing waste

With Sobeys eliminating plastic bags it could cut down on some landfill problems, says Westlock official

Feb 10, 2020 7:00 AM Read more >

Local Authorities Election Act consultation launched

Province is asking Albertans to weigh in on possible recall legislation via online survey

Feb 9, 2020 12:57 PM Read more >

Athabasca Watershed Council gets $250K in grant funding

Council’s boundaries cover Athabasca, Westlock, Barrhead and Lac La Biche

Feb 9, 2020 7:01 AM Read more >

Concerned residents meet with Athabasca County MPC

Opposition to proposed sand pit packs county chambers

Feb 8, 2020 3:30 PM Read more >

Recent crime stats prove Barrhead continues to be a safe community

But while persons crimes are at a six-year low, property crime is at a six-year high

Feb 8, 2020 12:20 PM Read more >