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At 7a.m. on the morning of January 12, Laurie Havens and her friend Kimberly Ferraro had just landed at the Placencia, Belize airport for a vacation of a lifetime. The…
Back in November, the Press reported on Woodlands County’s decision to terminate the Intermunicipal Cost Sharing Contribution Agreement it had in place with Whitecourt. At the time, it was revealed…
The Whitecourt Curling Club was bustling with activity this past weekend for the Diamonds & Divas Ladies Curling Bonspiel. A total of 14 teams signed up for the three-day event…
A struggling economy which has hit Alberta’s energy sector hard is having a ripple effect for Woodlands County. The County’s administration reported to Council during the 2019 budget process that…
By Ashley Clementovich While some people chose to spend their Saturday shredding through trails on snowmobiles, a group of women attended the Whitecourt Fish and Game Association’s Ladies’ League Wellness…
Ashley Clementovich Teen Mayhem Night for the month of February was held at Eastlink Park on Friday evening. Besides tubing, Town of Whitecourt Recreation Co-ordinator Emma Harper said the night…
After several weeks of cold temperatures, organizers and participants of the Whitecourt Trailblazers Annual Family Snowmobile Rally were happy to see a bit of a break in the chill. The…
By Vicki Winger More and more people hope to take a vacation and get away from it all. However, if you travel to a foreign country you may not understand…
Mental health is important for everyone no matter who you are or whether you are homeless, a successful business owner, a stay-at-home parent, or an elected official. Following recent events…
What would you do if someone told you he or she wanted to commit suicide? Following a tragic loss, the family of Josh Spilman is asking you to be the…
By Ashley Clementovich A Friday evening of yoga and wine is exactly what the doctor ordered after a week of frigid temperatures, cars that wouldn’t start, endless amounts of snow…
The Town of Whitecourt has put through an annexation application for a 291-acre parcel of land from Woodlands County. Director of Planning and Development Jennine Loberg attended the Monday, January…
By Vicki Winger Last Thursday marked the 11-year anniversary of the opening of Eagle River Casino. Guests and dignitaries were invited for the cake-cutting ceremony which took place at the…
By Ashley Clementovich On Saturday, the Whitecourt & District Public Library held its monthly Adult Art Therapy class. Library Assistant Lisa Daye chose heart soapstone carving for the afternoon’s project,…
By Vicki Winger Demolition began last Thursday on the old École St. Joseph School along 47 Street. A sad day for many as the school held years of memories: proms,…