Peace River - Westlock MP Arnold Viersen shares his thoughts on the 2024 Federal Budget
Peace River - Westlock MP Arnold Viersen has released the following statement in response to the 2024 Federal Budget presented by the Liberals on Tuesday, April 16. "After nine years, Justin Trudeau's budget is just more of the same that got us into this mess. Inflationary spending continues to add to the ever-inc...
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Whitecourt Wolverines swept by Calgary Canucks in AJHL final
The Calgary Canucks have completed a four-game sweep of the Whitecourt Wolverines following a 3-2 victory on Wednesday, April 17, at the Ken Bracko Arena to become the 2024 Inter Pipeline Cup Champions of the Alberta Junior Hockey League. Riley Bracko opened the scoring with a goal for the Canucks at 10:51. Cody Pisarc...
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Wildfire sparked by pipeline incident near Edson now under control
Forestry officials say a wildfire sparked by a pipeline rupture about 40 kilometres northwest of Edson, Alberta, is now under control. The 10-hectare fire was sparked Tuesday when a section on a T-C Energy pipeline began leaking gas. Much of Alberta is dealing with extremely dry early spring conditions. Officials say a...
Apr 17, 2024
YCE Multiplex designs get final approval from Town of Edson and Yellowhead County
Final designs have now been approved for the new YCE Multiplex which will house an arena, swimming pool, curling rink and gymnasium, with construction set to begin in the summer of 2024. The Town of Edson and Yellowhead County say they are one step closer to becoming a regional staple, with schematic designs for the YC...
Apr 17, 2024
Town of Whitecourt appoints new Director of Infrastructure
Officials with the Town of Whitecourt say they are proud to announce the appointment of Drew Hadfield as the new Director of Infrastructure. For Hadfield, Town officials say this will be a return to the community as he previously worked for the Town of Whitecourt, between 1997 and 2006, in supporting the development an...
Apr 17, 2024