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Combating rural crime with innovative strategies to keep residents safe

Combating rural crime with innovative strategies to keep residents safe

Alberta Justice Minister and Solicitor General Doug Schweitzer stopped in Whitecourt on Thursday, September 12 as part of his nearly four-week long tour of rural Albertan communities. The UCP government…

Big-name musicians hit the stage in Whitecourt

Big-name musicians hit the stage in Whitecourt

Whitecourt was treated to a special concert last Friday at the Allan & Jean Millar Centre.  Canadian Country singers JoJo Mason and Eric Ethridge hit the stage for the first…

Another successful year for Terry Fox Run

Another successful year for Terry Fox Run

The annual Terry Fox Run took place this past Sunday at Rotary Park. Hundreds participated in the non-competitive charity event. Many families showed up with children riding their bicycles, parents…

More exhibition action for Wolverines as regular season approaches

More exhibition action for Wolverines as regular season approaches

The Whitecourt Wolverines are buzzing along through the pre-season, shaping up their lines, and putting in hard work on the ice. On Tuesday, September 3, the Wolverines hosted the Grande…

Female driver crashes vehicle into house

Female driver crashes vehicle into house

A Whitecourt family received the shock of their lives last Tuesday just after 8:30 p.m. when they heard a loud crash and saw scattered debris and large amounts of water. …

Firefighters hone their skills

Firefighters hone their skills

Being a firefighter takes a lot of training, discipline, and being physically fit. With a department of about 45 volunteer firefighters, teamwork and communication play a significant role when it…

Fire starts during roof construction Shortly before 2 p.m. last Friday afternoon, the Whitecourt Fire Department received a 911 call regarding a fire at the Emergency Booster Station by Sakwatamau…

Woodlands County looking to negotiate a fair deal for all residents

Woodlands County looking to negotiate a fair deal for all residents

Woodlands County and the Town of Whitecourt have been dealing with a falling out since last fall, and the town recently upped the ante by passing a motion to end…

Cats take the first game win to start the season

Cats take the first game win to start the season

The Cats football team had an exciting first home game opening the season against the Peace River Pioneers on Friday, September 6. The support the fans showed the Cats was…

Outdoor games, learning about God’s love, and families playing together

Outdoor games, learning about God’s love, and families playing together

Parishioners at the Whitecourt Hilltop Community Church spent Saturday, September 7 basking in the sunshine as they set up games in their parking lot area for a day of fun.…

RCMP Musical Ride thrills locals and leaves a lasting impression

RCMP Musical Ride thrills locals and leaves a lasting impression

The Musical Ride of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) is a fantastic affair that showcases the equestrian skills of 32 Calvary members. These members also happen to be regular…

Scott Safety rocks another fantastic food drive for the Whitecourt Food Bank

Scott Safety rocks another fantastic food drive for the Whitecourt Food Bank

Back in December of last year, Scott Safety held a food bank drive in support of the Whitecourt Food Bank. Going in, they had no idea what the outcome would…

Exhibition play shows a lot of promise for the Whitecourt Wolverines

Exhibition play shows a lot of promise for the Whitecourt Wolverines

The Whitecourt Wolverines kicked off the home season with their first exhibition game at the Scott Safety Centre on Wednesday, August 28. A large audience of fans were out to…

Pop can tabs are back

Pop can tabs are back

The Knights of Columbus pop can tabs are back after it faded away after rumours surfaced that it was known to be a scam or hoax; fortunately that is not…

Grizzlies spotted

Grizzlies spotted

These four were spotted last week by a Whitecourt resident on Highway 32 North.…