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‘Affordability payments’ from the provincial government are now accessible for eligible families and seniors
Starting Wednesday last week, eligible Albertans could apply for their chunk of a $2.8 billion funding platform from the provincial government. Aimed at lessening the effects of inflation, the funding…
An experience like no other as Whitecourt Taekwondo contingent trains in Thailand
Members of Whitecourt Taekwondo experienced the trip of a lifetime to cap off 2022 and begin 2023. On December 26, a large group flew from Vancouver to Thailand, where they…
Previously postponed Pat Hardy Christmas concerts took place last week
When temperatures in Whitecourt dipped far into the minus thirties just before Christmas with a windchill dancing around -50, many planned events were postponed or outright cancelled. With buses not…
Pumpjack Players raise the bar with an outstanding dinner theatre production of CLUE On Stage
After too long without a play to share with the community, Pumpjack Players pulled back the curtain for the first of four performances of CLUE On Stage. Tables surrounded by…
The Whitecourt Wolverines and their fans became superheroes last week to help raise money for a great cause
The Whitecourt Wolverines and the Calgary Canucks battled it out on Saturday night at the Scott Safety Centre for Superhero Night. The hometown squad was decked out in brand-new jerseys…
Wolverine’s goalie Lochlan Gordon gives phenomenal performance against AJHL division rival
The Whitecourt Wolverines welcomed the Spruce Grove Saints to the Scott Safety Centre for their first home game of the new year on Friday night. With a few players still…
FireSmarting Whitecourt; one year at a time
Since 2010, FireSmart practices have been part of the fabric of the community. The Whitecourt Fire Department is very active in providing education opportunities for its members and residents to…
Municipal Indicators give Whitecourt a benchmark from which to gauge the community’s risk
Late last year, Whitecourt Town Council received a report from Alberta Municipal Affairs (AMA) highlighting the 2021 Municipal Indicators Dashboard. Generated annually by AMA, the dashboard provides results of financial…
Water and sewer rates for 2023
Ahead of January 1, 2023, Whitecourt Town Council reviewed the rates and fees for water and sewer. The goal is for both services to be sustainable and for all costs…
A family-friendly hobby that brings the thrill of competition to the forefront
Those looking for something to do indoors over the winter might be interested in what happens each week at St. Joseph’s hall. The Whitecourt & Area R/C Club holds weekly…
A new year is here, but first, let’s look back at 2022
At the close of every year, I am tasked with reviewing my articles from the previous 360-ish days, gathering pictures we’ve utilized, and putting together one massive article that encompasses…
Celebrating a decade of spreading Christmas cheer with young and old
For the last ten years, Donald Myers has upheld a unique tradition with his family. What started as a silly idea for a laugh with him and his daughters, Reena…
Business licensing in Whitecourt? It’s a possibility
The Town of Whitecourt is looking into the possibility of having business licenses in the community. At a recent Policies and Priorities Committee meeting, Economic Development Officer Rhonda Hough explained…
Fans erupt with emotion in defence of their Wolverines during a heated game against the Crusaders
One of the last home games of the year for the Whitecourt Wolverines took place on Friday against the Sherwood Park Crusaders and was wrought with controversy. In the first…
Hanging with some Christmas celebrities at the recent “North Pole” event at the FIC
After an immensely successful kick-off last year, the Town of Whitecourt held their second annual “A Night at the North Pole” event last weekend. Initially created as a way to…