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05/09/2024

Registration is open for these free workshops later this month

04/09/2024

Scrabble night coming up tomorrow night at the library!

We hope you all had a wonderful summer! 🙂
September is here... fall programming begins at the library again.
Scrabble nights are starting back up, the first one is September 5th!

30/08/2024

Waking up to some sad news this morning. Former Flames forward Johnny Gaudreau has died in a tragic accident in New Jersey.

Columbus Blue Jackets statement on the passing of Johnny Gaudreau and his brother, Matthew.

28/08/2024

We'd like to welcome Carly Kincaid to the team, joining The Vinnie & Randi Show while Randi is on maternity leave... we needed someone to keep Vinnie in line 😂

15/08/2024

Congratulations! So much talent!

13/08/2024

Coming up next week!

12/08/2024

Coming up this weekend!

10/08/2024

Coming up this afternoon!

10/08/2024

Keep this in mind tomorrow!

08/08/2024

Nomination deadline is August 16th!

07/08/2024

Coming up next month!

06/08/2024

Another way to support people in Alberta affected by wildfires. Available next week.

05/08/2024

Apply now for a Rural Community Connections grant, formally known as a “Block Party.”

You can apply for a maximum of $500 for expenses like food and entertainment. Submit an application today and tell us why you want to host an event in our proudly rural municipality.

Applications must be submitted at least 30 days prior to the event.
For more details, visit: https://woodlands.ab.ca/p/rural-connections

03/08/2024

A week away!

02/08/2024

If you’re able to make a donation it is appreciated!

The Whitecourt Food Bank is in need of the following shelf stable items for hampers:
✅ Canned soup
✅ Canned vegetables
✅ Spaghetti sauce
Thank you Whitecourt for your continued support!

01/08/2024

Today's final total on the Alberta Day of Caring for Jasper... $518,482!!!! THANK YOU!

After provincial AND federal matching, over $1.5 million dollars will be going to wildfire relief efforts in Jasper and Little Red River Cree Nation through the Red Cross.

BUT... we aren't done! You came out in droves so we're going to keep tallying through to next week with a more "final" tally on Tuesday morning.

-drop off your empties at any bottle depot in Alberta and say "these are for Jasper."
-text RADIO (all caps) to 20222 for a $10 donation
-donate online at albertadayofcaring.com

31/07/2024

Today is the Alberta Day of Caring for Jasper

We are joining together, to help support those affected by the Jasper Wildfire (including Little Red River Cree Nation), through the Red Cross.

A province-wide bottle drive TODAY, please bring your bottle donations to any Alberta bottle depot, and simply say “these are for Jasper”

If you wish to make a monetary donation to the cause, you can do so at www.albertadayofcaring.com

You can also text the keyword RADIO (all caps) to 20222 , to donate $10 to the Alberta Day of Caring for Jasper.

All donations today will be matched by the Provincial & Federal governments.

30/07/2024

The Town of Whitecourt has lifted the Fire Ban as of 4:00pm on Monday, July 29 due to recent precipitation. A Fire Ban was in place in Town limits since July 10, 2024 due to weather conditions.

Although the Fire Ban has been lifted, residents should remain diligent and aware of potential fire risks. Residents are reminded that the Town of Whitecourt requires permits for all residential fire pits and temporary burning. For more information on fire pit and burning permits, visit www.whitecourt.ca.

The operation of Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV) within the Town of Whitecourt is governed under Traffic Bylaw 1573, and OHV use within Town boundaries is prohibited between April 1 and November 30 annually. Penalties for contravening Bylaw 1573 range from monetary fines to OHV seizure.

For details on restrictions in effect in areas immediately surrounding Whitecourt, and bans in place throughout Alberta, visit www.albertafirebans.ca.

29/07/2024

Coming up next month. Book your spot soon!

We're on the move! Community Connections is usually held in September but we're changing things up to run earlier this year! Check out the Allan & Jean Millar Centre on Thursday, August 29 from 6-7:30pm to find out what Whitecourt sport groups and organizations are offering this fall and winter.

27/07/2024

As we wrap up what has been a hell of a week, we can take solace in the fact that Jasper the Bear is still standing.

27/07/2024

July 31st will be the Alberta Day Of Caring for Jasper.

Join every radio station in Alberta, as together, we support those impacted by the Jasper wildfire.

This Wednesday we'll be having a province wide bottle drive from 9am-6pm with proceeds going to the Red Cross and those impacted by the wildfires across Alberta.
You can donate your empties to any bottle depot, simply say "These are for Jasper"

If you wish to make a monetary donation, you can do so at www.albertadayofcaring.com

26/07/2024

Reported by the Alberta River Forecasting Centre (https://rivers.alberta.ca/)

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A low-pressure system is expected to continue to bring widespread rainfall to areas of Northern Alberta until Saturday, July 27.

Due to this precipitation, a 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 has been issued for Freeman River near Fort Assiniboine.

Water level rises of an additional 1 m are possible. Minor flooding at the Freeman River campground is possible.

Trees and debris in the river have the potential to pile up, especially at culverts and river bends, which can lead to higher increases in river levels.

𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗱𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗯𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼: https://woodlands.ab.ca/p/service-request or 1-888-870-6315.

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𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝘁𝘁𝗽𝘀://𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀.𝗮𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗮.𝗰𝗮/ 𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗮 𝗥𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗽𝗽.

26/07/2024

Power outage at Festival Park scheduled for tomorrow

There will be a scheduled power outage at Festival Park on Friday, July 26, between 8am and Noon to allow FortisAlberta to complete some work. During this time, the river slides, splash park, concession, washrooms, and jumbo jumper will not be working. For more information, please refer to the press release on the Town website.

https://www.whitecourt.ca/your-town/news-events/news/post/temporary-power-outage-at-festival-park-july-26-from-8-00am-to-noon

25/07/2024

FYI

Crews will be working to repair water main valves along 50 Avenue this weekend.

A portion of 50 Avenue will be closed July 27 and 28; and, water service in the area will be interrupted on Sunday, July 28. For more information, please refer to the press release on our website.
https://www.whitecourt.ca/your-town/news-events/news/post/underground-utility-repair-on-50-avenue-scheduled-to-start-at-6am-on-saturday-july-27

25/07/2024

How can YOU help our fellow Albertans affected today?

You can make a donation via Red Cross...we also more donation support links on our website. Link in the comments!

Also here are some support lines if you need to reach out.

25/07/2024

Please share your favourite Jasper memory, I feel like we could all use it right now!

21/07/2024

Coming up on Monday!

18/07/2024

Mark your calendar for a fun day!

🎉 Join us at the Blue Ridge Recreation Area for a FREE Family Fun on Saturday, September 7! Hot dogs, games, crafts, wagon rides and more! Enjoy activities for all ages!

📅 Saturday, September 7 | 12:00 - 4:00 PM

17/07/2024

is TODAY!!!!! ❤

Any support is greatly appreciated.

16/07/2024

Coming up tomorrow afternoon!