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Locals share their wisdom on food allergies

Cherhill woman and her son duo write cookbook from what they learned dealing with their own food allergies and sensitivities

Jul 21, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

Barrhead Bombers look to start fresh

Head coach hopes a full off-season of recruiting and changes to coaching staff will translate to on-ice success and added fan support

Jul 20, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

Demo derby crashes into Barrhead July 22

Event gets underway at 1 p.m. and will be followed by a cabaret inside Agrena at 9:30 p.m.

Jul 19, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

U19 team going to NAIG has Barrhead connection

BCHS Gryphons coach Rod Callihoo and two alums to compete in North America Indigenous Games in Nova Scotia

Jul 18, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >

MLA appointed to sit on cabinet committee on economic diversification

Glenn van Dijken says diversification of economy needed for long-term prosperity

Jul 17, 2023 3:00 PM Read more >

Swan Hill man faces CSO after defrauding his employer

Ronald Reed Pengelly will repay company $5,069

Jul 17, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

Good and bad news for Barrhead food bank

FCSS executive director notes usage trending downward, but use by seniors continues to rise

Jul 16, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

Town denies STARS funding request for 2023

Councillors say the money is better served supporting local organizations, but are ready to revisit the request during 2024 budget deliberations

Jul 15, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

Barrhead’s deputy reeve quizzes local MP about RRRF loans

Peace River-Westlock MP Arnold Viersen says finding information for what the government plan to do for businesses who default on RRRF loans is proving difficult

Jul 14, 2023 5:00 PM Read more >

Blue-green algae advisory issued for Nakamun Lake

Advisories also in effect for Thunder Lake and Lac Ste. Anne

Jul 14, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >