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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 47m

NEWS: OCT. 19: Town and Country road conditions and cams

OCT. 19: Town and Country road conditions and cams

Get a look at your commute - click for up-to-date conditions map and road cameras

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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 12h

NEWS: Westlock town council candidates address priorities and goals for community at forum

Westlock town council candidates address priorities and goals for community at forum

A town council candidates forum was hosted at Westlock Memorial Hall on Oct. 14 where the nine candidates running for Westlock town council answered some of the community’s big questions.

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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 13h

NEWS: Dave McKenzie seeks a third term as Barrhead mayor

Dave McKenzie seeks a third term as Barrhead mayor

The retired RCMP officer and longtime council member says he wants to continue community projects and focus on safety, healthcare and family growth.

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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 13h

NEWS: Business owner Dave Sawatzky is re-running for Barrhead town council

Business owner Dave Sawatzky is re-running for Barrhead town council

The current councillor hopes to keep pushing for housing development, economic growth and stronger provincial partnerships.

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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 14h

NEWS: Longtime councillor Ty Assaf enters Town of Barrhead mayoral race

Longtime councillor Ty Assaf enters Town of Barrhead mayoral race

After 15 years serving on town council, Ty Assaf has officially announced his candidacy for mayor, promising to strengthen the connection between residents, the town, and the County of Barrhead.

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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 15h

BEYOND LOCAL: Local writer wins third straight World Guild Awards

Local writer wins third straight World Guild Awards

Cochrane author and blogger Lynn Dove has received her third consecutive award from the World Guild Awards for her blog entry, Lady Aurora.

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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 16h

BEYOND LOCAL: Enchanted Festival replacing Christmas lights drive-through at Spruce Meadows

Enchanted Festival replacing Christmas lights drive-through at Spruce Meadows

Traffic congestion caused by popular attraction prompts Spruce Meadows to create walk-through event this holiday season.

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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 16h

NEWS: Anthony Oswald seeks another term on Town of Barrhead council

Anthony Oswald seeks another term on Town of Barrhead council

Longtime Barrhead resident and current councillor Anthony Oswald has announced his bid for re-election to the Town of Barrhead council in the upcoming municipal election.

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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 17h

NEWS: What you need to know about the 2025 municipal elections in Athabasca

What you need to know about the 2025 municipal elections in Athabasca

Learn where to vote, when to vote, and what you need to vote below

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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 18h

NEWS: Rochester farmer hoping to bring voice to Athabasca County council

Rochester farmer hoping to bring voice to Athabasca County council

Neal Semrok said he'll put community concerns first if elected, and he's taking a wait-and-see approach instead of entering politics with his own agenda

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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 19h

BEYOND LOCAL: Author hunts for glimmers of hope while grappling with middle age

Author hunts for glimmers of hope while grappling with middle age

New book by a Kwantlen Polytechnic University professor, with roots firmly planted in Alberta, delves into the complexities of aging and the anxieties of the modern world.

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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 19h

NEWS: Barrhead-area voters go to the polls on Oct. 20

Barrhead-area voters go to the polls on Oct. 20

Here's a recap of who is running and where to vote

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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 20h

BEYOND LOCAL: Report into Alberta Health Services contracts finds conflicts widely known

Report into Alberta Health Services contracts finds conflicts widely known

Former Manitoba judge Raymond Wyant writes in his report, released Friday, that he found no evidence of wrongful interference from Premier Danielle Smith, her ministers or staff. But he says the AHS deals he reviewed went against the agency's procurement policies.

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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 20h

NEWS: Young candidate hopes to brighten Barrhead’s future

Young candidate hopes to brighten Barrhead’s future

Young Barrhead resident Liam Sorenson runs for town council, aiming to tackle homelessness, fair taxes, and improve street lighting.

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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 1d

NEWS: Rivermen net first win against Claresholm

Rivermen net first win against Claresholm

Rivermen prepare for three games Oct. 17-19

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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 1d

NEWS: Ray Crisler running for Division 2 seat on County of Barrhead council

Ray Crisler running for Division 2 seat on County of Barrhead council

Longtime resident and farmer , Ray Crisler, says he wants to keep local government "accessible, respectful and responsive."

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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 1d

NEWS: Longtime Barrhead educator and volunteer seeks council seat

Longtime Barrhead educator and volunteer seeks council seat

After decades of community involvement and two decades supporting students in local classrooms, educational assistant Chris Kleinfeldt is hoping to bring her experience to the County of Barrhead council table.

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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 1d

BEYOND LOCAL: Free access to Banff National Park returns for Christmas holidays, next summer

Free access to Banff National Park returns for Christmas holidays, next summer

Banff National Park will once again offer free entry to visitors during the holiday season and next summer, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced. While the move aims to make the park more accessible to families, it has sparked debate among residents and conservationists.

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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 1d

NEWS: Bill Graham prioritizes citizen concerns in Barrhead council run

Bill Graham prioritizes citizen concerns in Barrhead council run

Graham is looking to leverage over 30 years of municipal experience if elected later this month

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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 1d

NEWS: Barrhead voters quiz their candidates

Barrhead voters quiz their candidates

Barrhead area voters have a chance to talk to council and school board trustees in new tradeshow type all-candidates forum

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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 1d

NEWS: LETTER: What is the cost of the Alberta Next panels?

LETTER: What is the cost of the Alberta Next panels?

As a tax payer in the constituency I want an accurate figure for the total cost of the Next panels expenses. To me these have been a total waste of precious monies, with little interest in what Albertans have expressed over and over.

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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 1d

NEWS: Longtime former healthcare administrator and community volunteer running for Barrhead Town Council

Longtime former healthcare administrator and community volunteer running for Barrhead Town Council

Longtime resident and community member Charmaine Botros is running for Barrhead town council at the upcoming municipal election on October 20.

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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 1d

NEWS: Division 6 incumbent looking to continue work representing Athabasca's north

Division 6 incumbent looking to continue work representing Athabasca's north

Gary Cromwell is hoping to be the first return councillor in Division 6 in the last four elections

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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 1d

NEWS: Accessibility and affordable housing top concerns for Barrhead incumbent

Accessibility and affordable housing top concerns for Barrhead incumbent

Dausen Kluin looking to continue advocacy work and attract young families to town if elected for third time

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Athabasca Advocate @athabascaadvocate.bsky.social · 1d

NEWS: County of Barrhead approves new community naming policy

County of Barrhead approves new community naming policy

County of Barrhead councillors approve community facility naming policy

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