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Breakfast with the Guys is coming to Whitecourt
By Laura Bohnert On October 25, the men of Whitecourt will be meeting over a catered breakfast to talk about how men can help stop violence and abuse…
Putting the “fun” in fundraiser
By Vicki Winger Students from École St. Joseph School participated in their own Terry Fox Run last week in the area surrounding the school. As part of the…
NOW event
Night Out in Whitecourt (NOW) takes place once a month and gives the town’s adults a chance to do something social, meet new people, and discover a new hobby. The…
Whitecourt looking to youth to take on leadership roles in the community
By Laura Bohnert The Youth Advisory Committee and Mayor For a Day are both currently seeking youth applicants in Whitecourt. The Youth Advisory Committee, composed of Whitecourt youth, “is…
Shaun Majumder at Eagle River this weekend
By Susan Hofforth Could you use a good laugh? Then don’t miss the Eagle River Casino live entertainment event this week. Comedian Shaun Majumder is coming to the…
Twice is Nice celebrates its one-year anniversary
By Vicki Winger Twice is Nice was started a year ago to raise funds for the Whitecourt Wellspring Family Resource and Crisis Centre. Shauna Bruneau, store manager, stated…
Active week for the Wolverines including a massive victory in Camrose
The Whitecourt Wolverines put their four-game win streak on the line on Tuesday, September 26 when they welcomed the Bonnyville Pontiacs into the Scott Safety Centre. The Pontiacs got…
Polls, advance polls, and special polls
By Susan Hofforth There’s no excuse for not voting! And now, there are many opportunities to vote. It’s important to cast a vote, and even if you can’t…
High paws! The Cats score a wicked victory over the Pioneers
Friday, September 22 was a beautiful day for a football game. After some rather interesting Alberta weather this past week, both fans and players were ecstatic to see sunshine…
Parker’s story: the next chapter
Laura Bohnert A couple of years ago, a little boy had his story told, the message of which emphasized the importance of the Stollery Children’s Hospital. Today, the now seven-year…
Seniors and teens had a blast floor curling together
Teens rejoice, the Whitecourt Public Library Teen Night Program is back for another school year. Held on the third Thursday of each month, teens are given the opportunity to…
School Board elections affect us all
By Susan Hofforth Municipal elections are coming up on October 16. It’s time again to have our say at the poll, and what we say can make a…
Much-needed donation goes to Wellspring
By Vicki Winger The Wellspring Family Resource & Crisis Centre received a generous donation on September 18 from Eagle River Casino. A cheque for $2,920 was presented to the…
Community Lunch Box: moving forward, meeting goals and following dreams
By Susan Hofforth There are four essential components to the success of the Community Lunch Box, and each are building and supporting each other and this community in…
Big plans for Eagle River Casino
By Vicki Winger There’s good news and big plans in progress for the Eagle River Casino and its operating partner, Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation. Eris Moncur who has…