Alberta's government investing $14 million in Community Fireguard Program for 2024
Alberta's government says it is investing in wildfire preparedness with funding for additional airtankers, night-vision equipped helicopters and the Community Fireguard Program. Alberta's government says it is preparing for the upcoming wildfire season following unprecedented wildfires in 2023 that impacted communities...
Apr 29, 2024
Devon getting new AJHL team, and Whitecourt Wolverines staying put
As it turns out, the Whitecourt Wolverines don't appear to be going anywhere, and expansion, not relocation, is on the horizon for the Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL). The Wolverines now previous ownership team, NAX Athletics Group, was granted an expansion team on Friday by the AJHL, which will be located in Devon...
Apr 26, 2024
Whitecourt council passes Tax Rate Bylaw
Whitecourt property owners are going to pay a little more in taxes this year. On Monday, April 22, Whitecourt Town Council passed Tax Rate Bylaw 1575 at the regular meeting of council. Town officials say Tax Rate Bylaw 1575 was written in order to levy for municipal requirements as per the approved 2024 Operating and C...
Apr 26, 2024
Lac Ste. Anne County implements full ban on ATVs and UTVs
A complete ban on recreational ATV and UTV use has been put into effect in Lac Ste. Anne County as of Friday, April 26, due to the current extreme fire hazard rating. Experts say the combination of low precipitation, high winds, and warm temperatures has left grass and light-leafy vegetation in all regions of the count...
Apr 26, 2024
Possible water service disruptions in Edson
Officials with the Town of Edson, say the booster station pump will be turned on and off periodically between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on Friday, April 26, as electricians test back-up generators, pumps and support systems. Crews say residents in the area may experience fluctuating water pressure and possible water dis...
Apr 26, 2024
Wildfire west of Fort Assiniboine now classified as under control
According to Alberta Wildfire, on Thursday, April 25, a new fire was reported west of the Hamlet of Fort Assiniboine; near the junction of Highways 33 and 661. Officials say wildfire WWF016 was initially reported at around 5:45 p.m., and Alberta Wildfire crews were able to quickly get the fire under control with the as...
Apr 26, 2024
Fire restriction in place for Town of Edson and Edson Forest Area
According to officials with Alberta Wildfire, due to current and forecasted weather conditions, a Fire Restriction has been issued for the Town of Edson, as well as the Edson Forest Area, effective as of Wednesday, April 24. Under this restriction, officials say existing fire permits are restricted, suspended or cancel...
Apr 25, 2024
Edson town council approves operating budget for 2024
A $37.28 million operating budget was approved by Council at the 2024 Budget meeting, on Tuesday, April 23, that focuses on affordability for residents while continuing to offer high-quality services to the community. Council says the budget was designed to touch every pillar of their Strategic Plan: Creating a Connect...
Apr 25, 2024
Wildfire reported southwest of Whitecourt classified as Under Control
According to Alberta Wildfire, on Wednesday, April 24, a new fire was reported in the Woodlands County area, southwest of the town of Whitecourt, near the McLeod River. Officials say the 0.01-hectare fire was reported at around 11:30 a.m. and Wildfire Alberta air crews were able to respond quickly to keep the fire clas...
Apr 25, 2024
Development application for Shoppers Drug Mart approved by Whitecourt town council
The Town of Whitecourt will soon have a new Shoppers Drug Mart as council passed the third and final reading for a development permit application at their regular meeting on Monday. The development proposal would see a Shoppers Drug Mart constructed on the vacant plot of land at 4420 52 Avenue, just north of Mike and R...
Apr 24, 2024