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Oil, gas emissions cap could have indirect impacts: former AER chief

Oil, gas emissions cap could have indirect impacts: former AER chief

The federal government has announced new regulations that will require oil and gas companies to reduce emissions by one-third over eight years starting in 2026
Gravel company is one step closer to expanding its operation

Gravel company is one step closer to expanding its operation

County of Barrhead council gives first reading to a bylaw to decommission an undeveloped road allowance
Lack of lifejackets nets Thunder Lake boaters fines

Lack of lifejackets nets Thunder Lake boaters fines

Two boaters receive $900 in penalties for not having enough personal floatation devices for everyone on their watercrafts
Trudeau prorogues Parliament, will step down as prime minister after leadership race

Trudeau prorogues Parliament, will step down as prime minister after leadership race

Trudeau said Canadians deserve a real choice in the next election.
Westlock's former mayor and 'Coronation Girl' reflects on once-in-lifetime adventure

Westlock's former mayor and 'Coronation Girl' reflects on once-in-lifetime adventure

In 1953, at the age of 17 or 18, Shirley Morie, a long-time resident of Westlock, Alberta, was one of only 50 young women across Canada chosen to participate in a historic journey to London for the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II.
ADOPT A PET: Hello, I'm Sous!

ADOPT A PET: Hello, I'm Sous!

Great West Media, in partnership with Second Chance Animal Rescue Society, brings you this feature highlighting a special pet that is in need of adoption.
Misty Ridge Ski Hill open for the season

Misty Ridge Ski Hill open for the season

Don't miss out on all the fun at Misty Ridge Ski Hill
JANUARY 6 ROAD REPORT: Town and Country road conditions and cams

JANUARY 6 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
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.
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