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Communities show up for the annual highway cleanup

Communities show up for the annual highway cleanup

As you drove down a number of highways across Alberta this past weekend, you probably saw dozens of bright orange vests and signs that said "slow down". Well the annual highway cleanup program launched on the bright and sunny Saturday.
Shell station closed as local owner's company goes into receivership

Shell station closed as local owner's company goes into receivership

On May 8, the Westlock Shell on 100 street has officially closed down due to bankruptcy. A sign displayed on the now locked door says that the building is now in the hands of Ernst & Young INC.
Badminton star places twelfth in provincials

Badminton star places twelfth in provincials

R.F. Staples Secondary student, Mackenzie Stevens, is breaking records as she becomes the first student in the past 10 years to make her way to badminton provincials. This time she heads there for the second year in a row.
Four schools come together for Music Monday

Four schools come together for Music Monday

May 6 had four schools and a community band take the St. Mary stage for a night to remember.
MLA van Dijken expresses support for Bill 55

MLA van Dijken expresses support for Bill 55

Athabasca-Barrhead-Westlock MLA says separatist discussion surprising, but welcomes chance for Albertans to use their voice
Teacher Michelle Rau honoured with award

Teacher Michelle Rau honoured with award

An energetic, passionate, influencer is recognized for her efforts
State of emergency in Westlock County from wildfires could be lifted May 12: CAO

State of emergency in Westlock County from wildfires could be lifted May 12: CAO

As Tony Kulbisky, the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of Westlock County, was mowing his lawn, a plume of smoke in the north caught his eye. That was when he knew exactly what was happening.
Westlock FCSS hosts a mental health walk

Westlock FCSS hosts a mental health walk

Westlock FCSS hosts a walk in support of mental health week.
Unified Games is a highlight for Barrhead and Westlock students

Unified Games is a highlight for Barrhead and Westlock students

Both high schools will be at the 2025 Metro Athletics Unified Jamboree is happening at the École Secondaire Beaumont Composite High School on May 27
Town of Westlock looks to brighter future in Economic Development Week

Town of Westlock looks to brighter future in Economic Development Week

The Town of Westlock released the first few months out of a five-year plan to develop the economy, support the workforce and better the quality of life.
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