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4-H Report by Jacob Wilson

4-H Report by Jacob Wilson

Well, Whitecourt Multi 4-H has been busy the last few weeks with electronics roundup. It went well. We obtained 92 items for the electronics roundup. Some of our members also…

“Go Girl” is going on

By Susan Hofforth On May 2, there will be a lot of girls in Whitecourt having a very good time. Girls from Whitecourt, Edson, Jasper, Hinton, Fox Creek, and Mayerthorpe…

Whitecourt 2015 Budget Highlights

A budget is an essential part of a household’s good money management. Knowing how your income and assets balance against liabilities and debt allows you to maintain a balance that…

Don’t forget the Whitecourt Royal Canadian Legion this Thursday

By Laura Bohnert April 23 has been established by Whitecourt Town Council as an annual day of recognition for the Whitecourt branch (Branch #44) of the Royal Canadian Legion. The…

Join the Toastmasters

By Rechell McDonald Toastmasters is an organization that focuses on developing speaking and leadership skills through confidence. As an organization, Toastmasters International, has existed since 1924 and has pursued much…

George VanderBurg: The road so far

By Susan Hofforth MLA George VanderBurg is running for his fifth term with the PC Party. Through his four previous terms, he has served as Chief Government Whip, as Minister…

Firefighter Profile: Aaron Floyd

Deputy Fire Chief Aaron Floyd has eight years of service with the Whitecourt Fire Department. Here, he talks about his time so far. I’ve always admired firefighters. My grandfather was…

April 22 is Earth Day — have you found a way to get involved?

By Laura Bohnert April 22 is Earth Day, and Whitecourt is offering a few ways for you to participate. How about free transit to start? The Town of Whitecourt is…

2015 Budget

By Susan Hofforth The 2015 Budget was approved by the Town of Whitecourt on April 13. The budget of $56.8 million is able to maintain current standards and still make…

Community Fun Night

Community Fun Night

The Tim Hortons Community Fun Night on Friday was a well-attended great time! The Tim Hortons Double Double inflatable obstacle course was set up for kids to race through, climb…

Wildlife Week at the library

Wildlife Week at the library

  Children had a blast at last Saturday’s Storytime learning about wildlife as they enjoyed a story followed by a bear craft-making session. The library welcomes children each Saturday morning…

Jacob’s 4-H Report

Jacob’s 4-H Report

Well, Whitecourt Multi 4-H has been busy with kidding. What is kidding, you ask? Well, it’s goats or sheep having their babies. Here are some of the meme Rd with…

Static obstacle

Static obstacle

  On April 11, children enjoyed the inflatable obstacle course “The Tim Hortons Double Double,” and took to the challenge at the free ATB Financial Fieldhouse at the Allan and…

Celebrate National Volunteer Week by spending time at Repeat Boutique

By Nerissa McNaughton National Volunteer Week runs from April 12 to18, 2015, and there is no better time to get involved in the many great volunteer opportunities in Whitecourt. One…

The Sysmex Hematology Analyzer has arrived

By Nerissa McNaughton It’s a $47,000 piece of equipment, but more than worth every penny. The long-desired and eagerly anticipated Sysmex Hematology Analyzer (blood analyzer) is now at the Whitecourt…