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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 >

MP would like public inquiry into possible foreign election interference

Arnold Viersen believes an inquiry would shed light on whether foreign powers have any influence on Canadian political system

Jul 13, 2023 5:00 PM Read more >

In a class of her own

Only Shailyn Callihoo in Swan Hills School’s Class of 2023

Jul 13, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

Presentation about inclusive hiring initiates lengthy YRL discussion

Town of Barrhead Coun. Rod Klumph suggests discussion on inclusivity in the workplace and hiring processes is just beginning

Jul 12, 2023 5:00 PM Read more >

Search warrant executed in Lac Ste. Anne County as part of operation targeting 3D-printed firearms

MP Arnold Viersen discusses gun control legislation and ‘ghost guns’ at July 4 council meeting

Jul 12, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

Fort Assiniboine celebrates 200th anniversary

Hamlet hosts a full slate of events from Friday to Sunday, July 7-9

Jul 11, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >