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Bonspiels coming up for local curlers

Bonspiels coming up for local curlers

  Local curlers are gearing up for a couple of bonspiels that are approaching within the next two months. First up is the Whitecourt Ladies Bonspiel which starts Friday, February…

Lots and lots of snow: Snow clearing update

Lots and lots of snow: Snow clearing update

by Susan Hofforth   That was a lot of snow! That’s the refrain that was heard almost everywhere last week and Whitecourt was certainly no exception. Crews were hard at…

FireSmart project is removing 30% of fuel from the forest behind new school, only 2% of trees affected

    Within a month since it began, the latest FireSmart project in the forest behind the new St. Joseph’s School is already well into its treating process. “They’ve probably…

MP Viersen on combating child sexual abuse

  Last Monday, Parliament held its first Abuse Awareness Day to educate legislators & leaders about reducing the long-term impact of trauma on abused children.   I was joined by…

Whitecourt Community Band members are gearing up for a busy March

Whitecourt Community Band members are gearing up for a busy March

  The Whitecourt Community Band is made up of like-minded individuals ranging from children to adults who love music and enjoy playing together as a group. They are welcoming to…

Whitecourt Hotshots host another fantastic weekend of hockey, despite snowy conditions

Whitecourt Hotshots host another fantastic weekend of hockey, despite snowy conditions

  The Whitecourt Hotshots hockey team hosted their annual Tournament of Hearts at the Scott Safety Centre over the weekend, with 15 teams taking part.  Despite treacherous roads, after up…

Cruz and Chase Wheeler are Snow Stars and you can be one too!

Cruz and Chase Wheeler are Snow Stars and you can be one too!

  The Town of Whitecourt Snow Star program is looking for more people to join them in their mission of helping clear walkways and driveways, of elderly and disabled homeowners,…

A fantastic way for parents to make new friends while their children have a blast

A fantastic way for parents to make new friends while their children have a blast

  If you have young children and would love an opportunity to relax and chat with other adults, while your little ones safely play, then the Parent Link Parent’s Time…

Eagle River Casino celebrates ten years

Eagle River Casino celebrates ten years

  It’s been ten years since the Eagle River Casino was little more than a dream and a pile of sand. The Casino opened its doors in January of 2008…

Let’s Talk about Death

  by Susan Hofforth   “Come in, sit down, have a cup of tea and some cake and let’s talk about dying.” If this sounds like a great invitation, come…

Community Lunch Box gears up for Celebration Night

  By Vicki Winger   On Saturday, February 24, starting at 5:30 PM, The Community Lunch Box Society will host its annual Celebration Night. A dinner sponsored by Eagle River…

Another top-notch tournament for Whitecourt Taekwondo

Another top-notch tournament for Whitecourt Taekwondo

  The 28th Annual Whitecourt Taekwondo Championship, in loving memory of Master Rennie Sr, took place at the Allan & Jean Millar Centre on Saturday January 27.  The full-day event…

Four young boys with hearts of gold, and a table full of sweets, raised money for cancer research

Four young boys with hearts of gold, and a table full of sweets, raised money for cancer research

  On Wednesday, January 24, the elementary wing of St. Joseph’s School had a little more activity than normal.  Four friends, three of whom play on a hockey team together,…

First ever Wolverines Ladies Night, an enormous success

First ever Wolverines Ladies Night, an enormous success

  The first ever, Whitecourt Wolverines Ladies Night was held at the St. Joseph’s Hall on Friday January 26, with a sold-out crowd of over 200 women in attendance.  The…

Whitecourt Town Council update

Phase 2 of the Sportfield Master Plan has been adopted by Council. The Sportfield Master Plan provides stra- tegic direction on how the Town of Whitecourt will meet the outdoor…