Cole Brennan

Cole joined the Athabasca Advocate in 2023 as a reporter. He covers a little bit of everything, including municipal politics, court, and Jr/Sr High sports.

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Recent Work by Cole

RCMP urge caution as boating season begins

Step one to staying safe on the water is to always wear an approved life jacket or personal flotation device when on the water, regardless of swimming ability or boating experience.

May 28, 2025 12:27 PM Read more >

BREAKING: Evacuation order in place for residents south of Boyle

Wildfire between Boyle fish pond and Ellscott turnoff

May 6, 2025 9:55 PM Read more >

Tariff uncertainty causing national real estate slowdown

Athabasca County market still healthy, but nationwide trends indicate impacts not far away

Mar 24, 2025 5:30 PM Read more >

What's a passive solar greenhouse, and can you build one?

Greenhouse experts showcase potential projects at Athabasca Grown event for packed crowd

Mar 11, 2025 11:00 AM Read more >

BREAKING: RCMP identify deceased found by Boyle RCMP

BOYLE – The Alberta RCMP are asking the public to check surveillance footage for a black pickup truck related to the murder of Connor Hayden Reese, a 31-year-old from Burnaby, B.C.

Mar 10, 2025 10:45 AM Read more >

AHS extends newborn hotline to the North

Parents of babies under 2 months can call dedicated hotline for help with variety of post-natal concerns

Mar 7, 2025 12:15 PM Read more >

Microplastics and microbes? AU prof breaks down minuscule molecules

Alberta study show microplastics are leaving the river system in Athabasca, but increasing in four other communities.

Feb 10, 2025 8:15 AM Read more >

BREAKING: RCMP charge three in relation to death of Kikino man

Seven months after a fire pit containing human remains was located, RCMP Major Crimes have charged three suspects in the death of Jeremy Collins.

Jan 23, 2025 5:30 PM Read more >

Three charged with first degree murder after body found in fire pit in Northern Alberta

Seven months after a fire pit containing human remains was located, RCMP Major Crimes have charged three suspects in the death of Jeremy Collins

Jan 23, 2025 1:53 PM Read more >

From ride on lawnmowers to semi trucks - RCMP seized vehicles in Northern Alberta

Fort McMurray man charged after dozens of items recovered at Athabasca County residence

Jan 3, 2025 10:21 AM Read more >