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Westlock County becoming dumping ground for stolen vehicles: County

Westlock County becoming dumping ground for stolen vehicles: County

WESTLOCK – Rising crime rates are putting extra strain on Westlock County's firefighting resources, with an uptick in calls related to stolen vehicles being torched, according to John Biro, Manager of Protective Services for Westlock County
What are Alberta’s ‘contractual’ obligations to coal companies?

What are Alberta’s ‘contractual’ obligations to coal companies?

The Government of Alberta says it has an obligation to some coal companies to allow open-pit mining, but these "contractual relationships" aren't quite formal contracts.
Top Barrhead news stories of 2024

Top Barrhead news stories of 2024

Crosswalks, flags, and housing insecurity lead list of most note-worthy news stories
Athabasca's top stories of 2024

Athabasca's top stories of 2024

From electric trucks to the loss of a local staple and contention at the county, 2024 proved a busy year
Barrhead’s Dylan George is a future teacher

Barrhead’s Dylan George is a future teacher

The Bridge to Teacher Certification Program available in Alberta is helping George become a teacher
Declining volunteers increasing risk to rural municipalities

Declining volunteers increasing risk to rural municipalities

Plummeting numbers of volunteers threaten the sustainability of rural communities.
Gallery: Barrhead First Night celebrations

Gallery: Barrhead First Night celebrations

The Town of Barrhead held its annual Family First Night celebrations at the Agrena on Dec. 31.
JANUARY 5 ROAD REPORT: Town and Country road conditions and cams

JANUARY 5 ROAD REPORT: Town and Country road conditions and cams

Get a look at your commute - click for up-to-date conditions map and road cameras
Fort Assiniboine digital sign is unrepairable

Fort Assiniboine digital sign is unrepairable

Woodland County discusses options
Athabasca mayor optimistic about town’s direction

Athabasca mayor optimistic about town’s direction

Rob Balay takes a look back at what made 2024 a good year for the Town of Athabasca
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