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Family Fun Night a hit at Central School

Family Fun Night a hit at Central School

Every year, the School Council at Central School puts on a Family Fun Night. Over the years, the fun night has changed from being a game night to being a…

More great support for local cancer patients

More great support for local cancer patients

The Whitecourt Cancer & Wellness Society has been playing a big role in helping local cancer patients since it was founded in 2002. One of their most successful programs is…

What a series for the Wolverines!

What a series for the Wolverines!

 The first round of the AJHL playoffs was a clean sweep after three fantastic games against the Grande Prairie Storm. Let’s break down the action. On Thursday, March 9 at…

Mayor Chichak “very satisfied” with attendance at Budget Info Open House

Mayor Chichak “very satisfied” with attendance at Budget Info Open House

The Whitecourt Town Council & Administration Budget Information Open House was held at the Allan & Jean Millar Centre on March 8. Held for the first time last year, the…

Four grant deadlines are fast approaching

  By Laura Bohnert Are you eligible for any of the four fast-approaching Whitecourt grant deadlines? Time is running out to apply for the Community Cleanup Grant, the Enhancement Grant,…

Geocaching, the world’s largest treasure hunt

Geocaching, the world’s largest treasure hunt

On Thursday, March 2, the Whitecourt and Area Cachers (WAC) met at Trimline to take part in a satellite event for CARW2017 which stands for Catch and Release Winter. The…

Community Lunchbox recognizes its volunteers and community champions

Community Lunchbox recognizes its volunteers and community champions

The 5th Annual Community Lunchbox Celebration Night was held on Saturday, March 4 at Central School. Founder Tara Baker was beaming because even though a winter storm roared outside dumping…

Whitecourt Fire Department debuts new Rescue 1 truck

Whitecourt Fire Department debuts new Rescue 1 truck

The Whitecourt Fire Department celebrated the official arrival of its new Rescue 1 truck on the evening of February 28 at the fire hall. The evening started off with a…

That’s it for the regular season, folks

That’s it for the regular season, folks

The Whitecourt Wolverines took on the Fort McMurray Oil Barons on Sunday afternoon in a battle for first place in the Viterra AJHL North. The Scott Safety Centre was packed…

Toilet paper dresses and live music at Bridal Fair 2017

Toilet paper dresses and live music at Bridal Fair 2017

The 11th Annual Whitecourt & District Ag. Society Bridal Fair was held at the Westward Hall on Sunday, February 26. This year’s show featured 50 vendors, the most in the…

Wolverines silence the Thunder

Wolverines silence the Thunder

The Whitecourt Wolverines kicked off a two-day home stand in style with a high-scoring game against the Drayton Valley Thunder on Friday, February 24 at the Scott Safety Centre. Both…

Fresh Meat Intake for the Whitecourt Hot Rollers

Fresh Meat Intake for the Whitecourt Hot Rollers

Members of the Whitecourt Roller Derby League are looking to grow in numbers by introducing new players to the sport. The Whitecourt Hot Rollers held a Fresh Meat Intake at…

It’s the start of wildfire season in Whitecourt—are you prepared?

  By Laura Bohnert Wildfire season is starting early this year. Now beginning on March 1, community members and officials are already gearing up. As Shannon Stambaugh, Wildfire Information Coordinator…

Living Waters shares its successes—and its challenges

  By Laura Bohnert   From February 6 to February 10, the Living Waters Board of Trustees held meetings with Minister Carlier and MLA Eric Rosendahl to discuss the successes…

Are you looking for affordable housing in Fox Creek?

  By Laura Bohnert There are alternatives out there for individuals who are struggling to find affordable housing in and around Fox Creek. “Heart River Housing delivers safe, affordable housing…