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Cats win again!

Cats win again!

  By Vicki Winger   The Cats held another home game last Friday against the Sexsmith Sabres. The stands were packed with parents from both teams cheering them on. Although…

Minimal increase for residents on ATCO gas bills to help offset large revenue loss

    At a recent Policies and Priorities meeting the board recommended that council raise the ATCO Gas Franchise fee rate to make up for a loss in revenue in…

Open house on cannabis brings residents out to discuss the upcoming bylaw prior to implementation

Open house on cannabis brings residents out to discuss the upcoming bylaw prior to implementation

  On Thursday, September 20 council and administration held an open house ahead of the second and third reading of the new cannabis consumption bylaw. Back on August 21, town…

Many items are still free to dispose of at the Regional Landfill

Many items are still free to dispose of at the Regional Landfill

  The more waste you create, the more you must pay. That’s the philosophy that administration is taking when it comes to the user pay system at the Regional Landfill.…

Whitecourt’s 4th annual Mutt Strut a success

Whitecourt’s 4th annual Mutt Strut a success

  Saturday was Whitecourt’s 4th annual Mutt Strut held in Rotary Park and despite the cold temperatures for the day, there was a great turnout. Sponsored by Global Pet Foods…

Split season so far for the Whitecourt Wolverines

Split season so far for the Whitecourt Wolverines

  The Whitecourt Wolverines have split their first four games of the 2018/2019 AJHL regular season. They kicked off the year against the Bonnyville Pontiacs with two back-to-back games at…

Debra Kasowski returns with another brilliant seminar

Debra Kasowski returns with another brilliant seminar

  By Vicki Winger   Debra Kasowski was in Whitecourt again on September 12, 13, and 14. The world-renowned certified business strategist, speaker, trainer, executive coach, and author held a…

New fees are in place for user groups at the Scott Safety Centre and the sports fields in Whitecourt

New fees are in place for user groups at the Scott Safety Centre and the sports fields in Whitecourt

  Every two years the Community Services Board reviews the rates charged at both the local sports fields and the Scott Safety Centre. The thorough review looks at surrounding communities…

The Cats are off to a strong season

The Cats are off to a strong season

  By Vicki Winger   The Whitecourt Cats Football team held its first home game at Graham Acres on September 14 against the High Prairie Renegades. Temperatures hovering near freezing…

Mountain Pine Beetle continues to rear its ugly head

    A growing concern within the area continues to inch its way closer. The Mountain Pine Beetle (MPB) is a naturally occurring insect of the Rocky Mountain ecosystem and,…

Celebrating logging and its impact on the region at Alberta’s only logging-themed festival

Celebrating logging and its impact on the region at Alberta’s only logging-themed festival

  The 2018 Blue Ridge Logging Days were held from September 7 through September 9 and were a fun weekend event for all ages. This year the festivities were moved…

Turning raw soapstone from dull to colourful in under two hours

Turning raw soapstone from dull to colourful in under two hours

  The Whitecourt & District Public Library offers a large variety of different programs for children of all ages, but also provides opportunities for adults. On Saturday, September 8 a…

A great way to celebrate 10 years of the AJMC

A great way to celebrate 10 years of the AJMC

From September 4 to 7 the Allan & Jean Millar Centre celebrated its members and 10th birthday in grand style. Pick Your Fit Week gives everyone the opportunity to try…

Viersen calls for emergency Indigenous Affairs Committee Meeting to discuss Trans Mountain

                    This week, Peace River – Westlock MP Arnold Viersen joined his Conservative and NDP colleagues on the Indigenous & Northern Affairs Committee to call for an emergency…

Residents invited to public information session hosted by Tamarack Health Advisory Council

    Local and area residents are invited to attend a public information session on Saturday, September 22. This is an opportunity for participants to learn more about Addiction and…