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

Former Athabasca County Reeve honoured with coronation medal

Lorraine Gislason recognized for lifetime of service across region

Mar 23, 2025 5:11 PM Read more >

Quebec trip a once-in-a-lifetime experience for EPC students

Annual Grade 8/9 trip gives youth a chance to see new places, meet new people, and practice the language they learn year round

Mar 21, 2025 8:40 AM Read more >

Athabasca Chamber of Commerce still rudderless after special meeting

New directors a welcome sign, but serious work remains if Chamber wants to run annual events, says outgoing president

Mar 17, 2025 10:52 AM Read more >

What makes a good volunteer firefighter?

Athabasca County fire chief weighs in on safe fire practices, insurance benefits, and the traits that make someone a good volunteer firefighter in advance of spring fire season.

Mar 16, 2025 6:50 AM Read more >

What's a passive solar greenhouse, and can you build one?

Greenhouse experts showcase potential projects at Athabasca Grown event for packed crowd

Mar 10, 2025 4:40 PM Read more >

MLA lauds tax cut, local highway improvements in provincial budget

MLA Glenn van Dijken highlights some major impacts for his riding, and talks about the challenges of budgeting in times of uncertainty

Mar 10, 2025 1:28 PM Read more >

AHS extends newborn hotline to the North

Parents of babies under 2 months can call dedicated hotline for help with variety of post-natal concerns

Mar 10, 2025 8:39 AM Read more >

BREAKING: RCMP identify deceased found by Boyle RCMP

BOYLE – The Alberta RCMP are asking the public to check surveillance footage for a black pickup truck related to the murder of Connor Hayden Reese, a 31-year-old from Burnaby, B.C.

Mar 9, 2025 2:54 PM Read more >

SCARS Charity tournament returns this month

Pucks for Paws brings two of Athabasca favorite things, hockey and dogs, together for local animal rescue

Mar 9, 2025 9:40 AM Read more >

From D&D to arts and crafts, Athabasca’s library has something for everyone

Library chair updates county councillors on what’s new and what’s needed at the Alice B. Donahue Library and Archives

Mar 8, 2025 1:39 PM Read more >