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Boyle hospital preparing for potential measles outbreak, says councillor

Boyle hospital preparing for potential measles outbreak, says councillor

With vaccine rates the lowest they've been in a decade, Alberta Health Services is mandating the Boyle Healthcare Centre prepare for a measles outbreak as the hospital gets ready to reopen later this year
Athabasca assessment jumps explained by market shifts, new best practices

Athabasca assessment jumps explained by market shifts, new best practices

Municipal assessor Travis Horne said new methods in data analysis partly responsible for shifts across province
What you need to know to run in the municipal elections this fall

What you need to know to run in the municipal elections this fall

Potential candidates have new hoops to jump through in advance of this fall's election thanks to changes in the province's electoral acts
Island Lake investigating Shank Estates annexation

Island Lake investigating Shank Estates annexation

Councillors look to tax benefits as reason behind plan to annex Shank Estates
Blue-green algae warning issued for Calling Lake

Blue-green algae warning issued for Calling Lake

Avoid swimming or wading in waters with visible algae says Alberta Health Services after dangerous bacteria detected in recreational waters
UPDATE: Water conservation order lifted

UPDATE: Water conservation order lifted

Athabasca County and the Village of Boyle are re-opening truck fill stations, the spray park, and other water-related amenities following a three-day closure.
Athabasca volunteer collecting used luggage for local women's shelter

Athabasca volunteer collecting used luggage for local women's shelter

Gayla Breckenridge, a retired Athabascan, is looking for ways to give back to the community, and this summer she's collecting suitcases
UPDATE: Water conservation order still in effect in Athabasca County

UPDATE: Water conservation order still in effect in Athabasca County

Truck fill users are directed to Plamondon or Athabasca while water commission works to repair serious issue
Woman's family 'devastated' by not guilty verdicts in Boyle murder trial

Woman's family 'devastated' by not guilty verdicts in Boyle murder trial

Mario Bernier acquitted on all charges in death of Melissa Lyne
Athabasca Heritage Society national recognition for riverfront walk

Athabasca Heritage Society national recognition for riverfront walk

The National Trust for Canada is highlighting Athabasca's historic riverfront walk, drawing attention to the site's historical importance and scenic beauty.
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