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Schools sign new Violence Threat Risk Assessment protocol
By Vicki Winger Last Thursday was a major milestone for our schools and community. In less than a year, representatives of organizations that assist with trauma along…
Crash sends some passengers to hospital
Last Saturday afternoon a collision occurred at the intersection of Dahl Drive and Highway 43 in Whitecourt. A Greyhound passenger bus bound for Grande Prairie with a stop in Whitecourt…
Servus Credit Union serves up 15 dozen hot dogs and a fun, free time at Eastlink Park
Servus Credit Union Whitecourt teamed up with Eastlink Park to offer a free day of skiing, snowboarding, and tubing on Friday, March 2. From 4 to 8 p.m., members from…
École St. Mary School assembly recognizes student accomplishments and great behaviour
Shortly after nine in the morning on Tuesday, February 20 staff, students, and family poured into the gym at École St. Mary School for the monthly School Spirit Day…
Mardi Gras bonspiel at the Whitecourt Curling Club
Though it might still be winter outside, it looked a lot like Mardi Gras inside the Whitecourt Curling Rink on February 23 to 25. The Annual Ladies Bonspiel always…
Wolverines getting ready for March playoffs
The post season is just around the corner for the Whitecourt Wolverines! On Saturday, February 24, the home team took on the Fort McMurray Oil Barons at the Scott…
Winners announced in the 2nd Annual Big Buck Competition at Big Guy Outdoor Sports
Big Guy Outdoor Sports wrapped up its second Annual Big Buck Competition on Saturday, February 24 with an awards ceremony at the Seniors Circle. Store owners Ricki and Perry…
Whitecourt Fire Department marks 60 years
by Susan Hofforth For sixty years, the men and women of the Whitecourt Fire Department have been keeping this area safe from fires and a lot more of…
Whitecourt Trailblazers put on another fantastic Family Snowmobile Rally
For the last 38 years, the Whitecourt Trailblazers Snowmobile Club has put on its annual Family Snowmobile Rally. Thanks to a lot of hard work spent grooming the trails in…
Wolverines and Central School’s grade five students enjoyed a fun scrimmage on February 14
This past Valentine’s Day was a bit chilly but that didn’t keep the Whitecourt Wolverines and the Central School grade five students from hitting the ice on the outdoor rink.…
Teens and seniors enjoyed floor curling together as part of the library’s monthly program
Each month the Whitecourt & District Public Library holds two Teen Nights just for children aged 10 to 16. Both nights are regularly held on Thursdays except for special occasions.…
Pilot project in Whitecourt seeks to empower young Indigenous youth
Whitecourt was recently chosen to take part in a pilot project for Indigenous students. Careers: The Next Generation worked closely with both local high schools and local support agencies…
A lot to be proud of in Whitecourt
by Susan Hofforth For a town with a lot going on, things work pretty well in Whitecourt. There might be a lot of challenges coming up, as there…
20+ inches of hair and over $1000 generously donated to the Canadian Cancer Society
For women undergoing cancer treatments, losing your hair is a symptom that can be emotional, bring down self-esteem and make survivors feel as though they have lost a part…
Boys & Girls Club is in need of new members
The Boys & Girls Club of Whitecourt & District held its monthly board meeting on Wednesday, February 7 in the club at the Carlan Services Community Resource Centre. The…