Westlock News

Avoiding potential work disruptions that have impacted other school divisions, Pembina Hills School Division and CUPE Local 1661 have successfully negotiated and ratified a new four-year agreement. This agreement focuses on providing quality services for students through fair compensation and improved working conditions for CUPE members.

Westlock town council passed their consolidated land use bylaw through a public hearing at their latest meeting on June 9.

The Westlock Soccer Association has seen nearly 250 kids register for its spring season running from May to the end of June.

The Westlock Gators host a swim meet attended by clubs across Central Alberta.

A new chapter of community engagement unfolded in Westlock as the town hosted its first Cultural Connects Festival. With performances ranging from Chinese lion dances to Trinidadian steel pan drumming, the festival brought together residents and newcomers alike.

The Westlock Agricultural Society hosted their 34th annual vintage tractor show on June 7 and 8.

Students from R.F. Staples got the chance to have some fun out in the sun before deadlines and exams settle in.

For Seniors Appreciation Week, Danny Hooper visited 15 different seniors lodges and homes to perform some classic Country hits.

A missing person from Morinville has been reported to have purchased gas in the Westlock/Barrhead area.

A fundraiser on May 31 has led to over $5000 being raised for an outdoor classroom to be built at the Pembina North Community School.