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Division over the idea of having another medical practice in Whitecourt
A group of doctors from Calgary have eyed Whitecourt as a potential community to open a private practice. Not much is known about the group yet aside from…
New equipment for fire department will help further Firesmart projects
The town recently purchased a new mower for the fire department which will allow them to mow in areas they haven’t been able to access until now. The…
Rules and regulations for cannabis in Whitecourt
Council and administration spoke at length about cannabis during the Monday, July 23 regular meeting at the Forest Interpretive Centre. Focusing on two areas, consumption and sales, the two…
Business Incubator Program helps local entrepreneurs
A new pilot program that aims to help small businesses move from the home to a downtown storefront is being piloted in Whitecourt with hopes of seeing it progress…
Whitecourt councillor Ray Hilts puts his name forward for West Yellowhead
Whitecourt Councillor Ray Hilts recently put his name forward as a West Yellowhead nomination candidate for the United Conservative Party. Hilts is the second current town councillor to put…
Councillor Paul Chauvet joins the West Yellowhead nomination race
Add another name to the West Yellowhead nomination list for the United Conservative Party as councillor Paul Chauvet has joined the fray. Chauvet is in his second term as…
Whitecourt Fire Department tests demo aerial truck around town
On Wednesday, July 25, the Whitecourt Fire Department performed demonstrations with a Fort Garry Bronto Skylift Aerial Fire Engine. They brought it to several locations in the community including Millar…
The 10th annual Whitecourt Airshow was an epic thrill ride from beginning to end
Thousands of spectators, hot bright sunshine, and awe-inspiring aircraft of all shapes and sizes made for a fantastic air show at the Whitecourt Airport this past weekend. It was…
Family Fun Day in Blue Ridge
Dean Williams Despite heavy rainfall warnings that saw activities move from the recreational grounds to the community centre, Blue Ridge Family Fun Day was a bustling success. In…
Fire Department Open House
On display at the Whitecourt Fire Department’s annual Open House were the interior of the fire hall and the main transports housed there including Rescue 1, the rescue and vehicle…
Arts in the Park
Residents enjoyed another free event at Rotary Park on July 19. Arts in the Park returned with live music and an artisan market. It was an excellent opportunity for local…
Hot Rollers Derby League
By Vicki Winger The Whitecourt Hot Rollers Derby League hosted its first home scrimmage at the Scott Safety Centre last Saturday. The ladies typically travel to other towns…
Two semis collide
By Vicki Winger One man is in hospital after a highway accident involving two semi-tractor units on July 10 both travelling eastbound on Highway 43 collided at Chickadee…
Parent Link is host to many activities throughout the year
By Vicki Winger The Parent Link Centre based out of the Allan & Jean Millar Centre is host to a variety of children’s activities for families to…
Scooters collide at intersection
On Wednesday, July 4, local RCMP responded to a vehicle collision at the intersection of 47 Street and 52 Avenue. Two mopeds/scooters travelling side by side collided resulting in one…