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Are infrastructure developments actually benefitting smaller communities like Whitecourt?

  By Laura Bohnert Mayor Maryann Chichak met with other municipal leaders from across Canada earlier this month in order to form a plan that will ensure that the federal…

The Strumbellas are coming to Whiteccourt

  By Nerissa McNaughton   Quirky, confident and Canadian – those are the words that sum up The Strumbellas, a six-piece band from Lindsey, Ontario.   The Strumbellas hit the…

Whitecourt got a good look at the night sky

  By Laura Bohnert On October 15, Alberta author and presenter Joan Marie Galat gave Whitecourt a night sky to remember with a discussion about astronomy, constellations, mythology, related folklore,…

Bre Haun is bringing yoga to Mayerthorpe with Yoga with Bre

  By Laura Bohnert Bre Haun, yoga teacher of Yoga with Bre, is bringing yoga to Mayerthorpe.  If you’ve been meaning to give yoga a try, or if you enjoy…

WHITECOURT TOWN COUNCIL UPDATE

    At last week’s Alberta Urban Municipalities Association (AUMA) conference, Mayor Maryann Chichak was re-elected for another 2-year term as the Director of Towns West on the Board of…

Wolverines play street hockey with kids

Wolverines play street hockey with kids

“That was awesome!”  Spoken like true Wolverines fans who had just gotten to play with their idols, Ethan Nisbet and Boston Carter were smiling from ear to ear.  The boys,…

The challenge is on!

  By Laura Bohnert Are you ready for a challenge in your workplace?  Corporate Challenge is back.  If you think your workplace team has what it takes, head over to…

Fox Creek Community Enhancement Committee is looking for new members

  By Laura Bohnert Are you interested in getting involved in beautification projects within your town?  The Community Enhancement Committee for the Town of Fox Creek is looking for new…

It’s time to reclaim your life from cancer

  By Laura Bohnert The Whitecourt Cancer and Wellness Society is sponsoring Reclaiming Your Life, a one-day workshop that is designed to help individuals and families live through and beyond…

Exciting improvements coming for Blue Ridge Fire Department

Exciting improvements coming for Blue Ridge Fire Department

A 30×44, two-bay expansion will be added to the Blue Ridge Fire Hall, allowing the crew to house all of their equipment in one facility.  Blue Ridge Fire Chief, Gerry…

Another successful Annual Family Violence Awareness Dinner

Another successful Annual Family Violence Awareness Dinner

Whitecourt’s 5th Annual Family Violence Awareness Dinner took place on October 6, and it was a much-needed event. Late last year, Andrea Silverstone, co-chair of the Calgary Domestic Violence Collective, says calls…

Don’t forget those left out in the cold!

  By Nerissa McNaughton   Life between Thanksgiving and Christmas is a whirl of activity. We see more of our families, we delight in finding gifts for our friends and…

Twice is Nice at Wellspring’s new store

Twice is Nice at Wellspring’s new store

Wellspring’s Twice is Nice officially opened on Saturday to a packed store of curious shoppers.  With a bright, airy and friendly atmosphere, the new business is definitely off to a…

Millar Western plans 200 millionth tree

Millar Western plans  200 millionth tree

In 1977, when Millar Western planted their very first seedling, Whitecourt was only a sliver of its current state, much smaller in both size and population.  Both town and business…

Teens have fun at Back to School Dance

Teens have fun at Back to School Dance

The Central School Community Centre was echoing with tunes on Friday night as the Teen Centre hosted their annual Back to School Dance.  Over 200 kids descended on the gymnasium…