Cole Brennan

Cole joined the Athabasca Advocate in 2023 as a reporter. He covers a little bit of everything, including municipal politics, court, and Jr/Sr High sports.

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Recent Work by Cole

Boyle Pizza House voted Best Customer Service and more by readers

Family-run business wins 11 awards in 2025 voting, including Best Patio and Best Pizza

Aug 26, 2025 1:00 PM Read more >

Boyle School announces new principal

Outgoing principal Jason Mestinsek headed for new job at Red Deer Polytechnic

Aug 25, 2025 11:00 AM Read more >

Alberta Next panel focusing on sovereignty, not separation says MLA

Emotion-filled town hall in Edmonton showcased the divide between separatists, federalists, and everyone in between

Aug 24, 2025 5:00 PM Read more >

BREAKING: RCMP charge Calling Lake man with murder following break-in

Terris Cardinal due in Athabasca Court Sept. 2 after being remanded into custody

Aug 24, 2025 12:25 PM Read more >

BREAKING: RCMP ask Calling Lake residents to shelter in place

RCMP looking for armed suspects on ATVs following an incident earlier this morning

Aug 22, 2025 1:30 PM Read more >

'Are we still friends?': MLA addresses U.S. concerns at Boston conference

Representing Alberta at the National Conference of State Legislators in Boston, MLA Glenn van Dijken promoted the importance of international diplomacy at the state level and sought to clarify misunderstandings surrounding Alberta-U.S. trade relations.

Aug 22, 2025 1:00 PM Read more >

Athabasca Rivermen: junior hockey team unveils name and logo

Athabasca's new junior hockey team is hoping their name reflects the town's history, resilience, and toughness; traits GM Jacob Hegerfeldt wants his squad to embody on the ice

Aug 20, 2025 11:00 AM Read more >

Athabasca woman represents Alberta's north at bodybuilding nationals

ATHABASCA – An Athabasca woman’s foray into the world of pro-am body building was a success, despite the lack of a top-3 finish.

Aug 19, 2025 11:00 AM Read more >

Repeated visits to Athabasca apartment land local woman five month sentence

Shauna Lee, 51, guilty of mischief, entering apartment building without consent

Aug 16, 2025 1:00 PM Read more >

Local MLA calls for electoral boundaries to recognize rural needs

As Alberta's electoral boundaries undergo review, one MLA is urging the commission to carefully consider the unique challenges faced by rural ridings

Aug 15, 2025 1:00 PM Read more >