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Killing cougar nets big fines for two hunters

Hunters receive combined fines of $11,000 for shooting a male cougar in a management area

May 16, 2025 5:24 PM Read more >

Farmer face crop choices amid tariff concerns

"Farmers go to work every day and don't have a clue about what the pay check is going to be looking like"

May 16, 2025 9:01 AM Read more >

Barrhead coach Rod Callihoo inducted into Hall of Fame

"A true titan of high school coaching"

May 15, 2025 11:06 AM Read more >

Little Warriors Trail Ride May 17 Fort Assiniboine Sandhills

Riders invited to join the May 17 trail ride at the Fort Assiniboine Sandhills Provincial Park

May 15, 2025 8:16 AM Read more >

Pembina Hills students share their feedback

Students who participated did appreciate have a voice and providing input

May 14, 2025 10:27 AM Read more >

New Barrhead bylaw targets noise, unsightly yards and public cannabis use

County of Barrhead councillors give bylaw second and third reading after lengthy debate

May 13, 2025 11:07 AM Read more >

MLA van Dijken expresses support for Bill 55

Athabasca-Barrhead-Westlock MLA says separatist discussion surprising, but welcomes chance for Albertans to use their voice

May 12, 2025 5:19 PM Read more >

Locals experience daily challenges faced by people with disabilities in Barrhead event

Barrhead Accessibility Coalition hosts inaugural Accessibility Challenge to raise awareness on barriers preventing access to buildings, facilities and other infrastructure to those with physical challenges

May 12, 2025 11:10 AM Read more >

Woodlands County approves 2025 property tax rates

First, Second and Third readings were completed at the May 7 Woodlands County Council Meeting

May 11, 2025 4:55 PM Read more >

County of Barrhead Enforcement Services sees big first quarter jump

Community peace officer Shae Guy said increase was partly expected due to the newness of the program

May 11, 2025 12:55 PM Read more >