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

Man fined $2,000 after cocaine found at Athabasca Hospital

An Athabasca man has pleaded guilty to possession of a controlled substance following a single-vehicle rollover incident in March. The conviction stems from cocaine found on the man's person while he was being treated at the Athabasca Healthcare Centre.

Jun 27, 2025 10:18 AM Read more >

Nightclub owner promises live music and community spirit in a small Alberta town

A former Seventh Day Adventists church in Boyle is set to undergo a dramatic transformation, becoming a vibrant nightclub offering live music and affordable food.

Jun 26, 2025 10:49 AM Read more >

MLA van Dijken says Iowa trip important as Canada-US tensions continue

The Alberta-U.S. agricultural relationship was recently demonstrated by MLA Glenn van Dijken's participation in the National Conference of State Legislatures Spring Agriculture Task Force meeting, where he advocated for Alberta's interests.

Jun 17, 2025 10:30 AM Read more >

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 >