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GALLERY: Westlock gets new commodity storage bins

GALLERY: Westlock gets new commodity storage bins

The Town of Westlock is getting a boost to its local economy with two new commodity storage bins, installed in the northwest end of town on July 5, along 108 Street.
Town of Westlock concerned as provincial holdout could delay federal funding for municipalities

Town of Westlock concerned as provincial holdout could delay federal funding for municipalities

CAO says reserves will carry them through, while waiting new CCBF agreement
Tougher penalties sought for cell tower copper thieves in Alberta

Tougher penalties sought for cell tower copper thieves in Alberta

After news of a theft of copper wire from a Westlock County site that is disrupting cell phone service for local users, the Ottawa-based Canadian Telecommunications Association has been monitoring these types of crimes across the country and are advocating for stiffer penalties
Copper wire theft in Westlock County disrupts cellular service for Rogers customers

Copper wire theft in Westlock County disrupts cellular service for Rogers customers

Weeks later, many still experiencing issues with cell service
13-year-old found guilty of sexual assault on 12-year-old in Westlock classroom

13-year-old found guilty of sexual assault on 12-year-old in Westlock classroom

Court heard that the incident occurred in a darkened computer classroom after the teacher had left the room.
Westlock County approves $3,470 for Long Island Lake Society

Westlock County approves $3,470 for Long Island Lake Society

Funding awarded under Community Grant program
Westlock County moving to 'digitize' fire permit applications

Westlock County moving to 'digitize' fire permit applications

Municipality is working with Edmonton-based firm to streamline process of applying for fire permits
Pembina Hills to integrate Métis perspectives into curriculum

Pembina Hills to integrate Métis perspectives into curriculum

Partnership with Rupertsland Institute will work with local teachers to modify lesson plans and offer classroom tools starting in 2024-2025 school year
Westlock’s Jenna Snyder named to two provincial volleyball and lacrosse teams

Westlock’s Jenna Snyder named to two provincial volleyball and lacrosse teams

R.F. Staples student headed to Canada Cup at end of July and Carol Patterson nationals in August
Been there, done that

Been there, done that

After 18 years of covering the news in the Westlock area, it's time to call it quits
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