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“That’s who we are here in Whitecourt. Community helping community,” Whitecourt Food Bank Director Lori Coffey

“That’s who we are here in Whitecourt. Community helping community,” Whitecourt Food Bank Director Lori Coffey

When working with people who need support, while navigating troubled waters in their life, many agencies in the area work in conjunction with each other to provide as much coverage…

A 100% voluntary program could give the Whitecourt RCMP more eyes in the community

A 100% voluntary program could give the Whitecourt RCMP more eyes in the community

Nowadays, it isn’t uncommon to see a doorbell camera or home-based security systems featuring cameras. With cameras protecting properties throughout the community, the RCMP created a program to link them…

Lunchtime grub for a great community cause

Lunchtime grub for a great community cause

The Community Lunch Box Society held a BBQ at lunchtime on Friday to bring community members together while raising funds and collecting bottles to support the society. From 11:30 am…

Red light cameras and flashing “Your Speed” signs planned for the Highway 43 corridor through Whitecourt

Red light cameras and flashing “Your Speed” signs planned for the Highway 43 corridor through Whitecourt

During a recent Whitecourt Town Council meeting, Jay Granley, Director of Community Safety, provided an update from the Protective Services Committee. Council heard about the committee’s recent discussions around traffic…

Mapping out housing needs in the province to address the unique needs of Albertan municipalities

Mapping out housing needs in the province to address the unique needs of Albertan municipalities

The Town of Whitecourt will gather information as part of a province-wide housing needs assessment. At a recent council meeting, Chelsea Grande, Director of Community Services, explained that the assessment…

Do you have a good neighbour? Soon, you’ll be able to nominate them for an award

Do you have a good neighbour? Soon, you’ll be able to nominate them for an award

This fall, residents will be able to give props to their great neighbours thanks to The P.O.W.E.R. Group of Whitecourt. P.O.W.E.R. stands for People Of Whitecourt Encouraging Resiliency and comprises…

Exploring distant places without leaving Whitecourt is made possible thanks to the Armchair Travels program

Exploring distant places without leaving Whitecourt is made possible thanks to the Armchair Travels program

The Armchair Travels Program is a fun way to travel the world without leaving Whitecourt. What originally started last October by Fay Arcand, FCSS Program Coordinator for the Town of…

A once in a lifetime opportunity for the Wolverines and hometown fans

A once in a lifetime opportunity for the Wolverines and hometown fans

Last Saturday night, the Whitecourt Wolverines faced an opponent they will likely never have the chance to meet again. Korea University’s hockey team, the Anam Tigers, was visiting Canada from…

A grand celebration is planned for Truth and Reconciliation/Orange Shirt Day in Whitecourt

A grand celebration is planned for Truth and Reconciliation/Orange Shirt Day in Whitecourt

On September 30, residents in communities across Canada will celebrate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation/Orange Shirt Day. Country-wide, activities of all kinds will take place, from ceremonies to…

Starting a new business and don’t know where to begin? Step one is within reach

Starting a new business and don’t know where to begin? Step one is within reach

An update to the Town of Whitecourt website aims to connect would-be entrepreneurs with the information they need to follow their dreams and link businesses together for synergies that benefit…

A grassroots way of seeing what programs and activities are available in Whitecourt

A grassroots way of seeing what programs and activities are available in Whitecourt

A long-running event is coming up soon at the Allan & Jean Millar Centre. Community Connections has been happening for decades and has helped countless families register their children for…

Tips and reminders to help school kids stay safe this school year from Alberta RCMP Traffic – Whitecourt Unit Cst. Greg Simon

Tips and reminders to help school kids stay safe this school year from Alberta RCMP Traffic – Whitecourt Unit Cst. Greg Simon

It might still be summer right now, but in just a few days, school buses will be back on the road, carrying precious cargo inside, youngsters will be walking to…

Brogan Safety Supplies and Blue Sky Resources, giving back to the community one backpack at a time

Brogan Safety Supplies and Blue Sky Resources, giving back to the community one backpack at a time

On Friday last week, Brogan Safety Supplies and Blue Sky Resources joined forces to hold a free community-minded BBQ in the Whitecourt Chamber of Commerce parking lot. Pegged as a…

Free craft kits and fun scavenger hunts are a monthly offering at the Whitecourt library

Free craft kits and fun scavenger hunts are a monthly offering at the Whitecourt library

For those who haven’t taken part in the summer-themed Buckets of Fun Scavenger Hunt at the Whitecourt & District Public Library yet, you have just a couple more weeks to…

A new five-year garbage and recycling contract is in place in Whitecourt

A new five-year garbage and recycling contract is in place in Whitecourt

Whitecourt Town Council recently discussed the community’s curbside garbage and recycling contract. In June, Administration sent out a request for waste hauling companies interested in applying for the agreement to…