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Having a good night out in Whitecourt
This past Thursday at Eastlink Part, the town held its Night Out in Whitecourt (NOW). Community members had a blast tubing, skiing, and snowboarding. Both Courtney Milford, Arts and Culture…
UCP West Yellowhead hosts fundraiser in Whitecourt
Last Thursday, the United Conservative Party held a social fundraiser from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Travelodge Conference Centre and Suites. Hosted by UCP West Yellowhead candidate Martin Long…
Standing tall for the Wold family and impacting the world at the same time
It is said it takes a village to raise a child. The saying embodies a true sense of community where neighbours support neighbours and residents rally around each other to…
Pokémon Trading Club meets at the library
By Ashley Clementovich Sunday at the Whitecourt & District Public Library was the place to be for Pokémon enthusiasts. From 1 to 2:30 p.m., kids of all ages were invited…
Do you care how your tax dollars are spent?
For the past three years, council and administration have been putting on open houses about all things budget. The concept was to reach more members of the community and engage…
Are you prepared for your death?
By Vicki Winger Today, most people are on auto-pilot and coast along in their busy lives. We only see from one day to the next without looking into the future.…
Cheesecake Burlesque Revue shocks and dazzles at Whitecourt Community Centre
On Saturday night, the Cheesecake Burlesque Revue made a stop in Whitecourt as part of its cross-Canada tour. The Whitecourt Community Centre was hopping as attendees began arriving at 6:30…
Sisterhood is divine in the WFGA Ladies’ League
Ladies, have you ever yearned to learn how to shoot a bow, fire a gun, learn self-defence, operate a chainsaw, or throw a knife? If any of these activities have…
Q & A with MP Viersen
In today’s political climate, politicians are not known for addressing the concerns of their constituents. Arnold Viersen is the exception. On Tuesday, January 15, 2019, he arranged a meet and…
Parenting with patience
Parenting can be difficult at the best of times, let alone if you’re parenting a spirited child. On Friday, January 18, author Judy Arnall held a presentation titled, “Parenting with…
Snow removal is hot topic amongst residents
Each year the conversation around snow removal ignites residents. To better understand the process, the Press sat down with Director of Infrastructure Kamruz Zaman, Director of Works Martie Jendrick, and…
Spreading love and cheer from Whitecourt all the way to Costa Rica and Romania
Seeing a child react to a gift with a wide-eyed expression of joy is one of life’s greatest pleasures. For local resident Chad Merrifield and his family, the experience was…
A deluge of dodge balls: Teen Mayhem Night at the Allan & Jean Millar Centre
On Friday night at 7:30 p.m., the Allan & Jean Millar Centre hosted its monthly Teen Mayhem Night where youths 12 to 18 were encouraged to take advantage of all…
Sabres cheerleaders showcase their talent, heart, and determination
On Saturday afternoon, Sabres Cheer Sport and Tumbling hosted its annual Cat Scratch Cheer Showcase at the Allan & Jean Millar Centre where friends and family of the athletes showed…
Jumping in Kangoo boots
Kangoo is a workout program that was created to be done will wearing spring boots. Kangoo boots were originally developed with the intention of reducing the impact on joggers joints.…