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From martial artist to RCMP

From martial artist to RCMP

Sometimes an innocent suggestion or comment can change the direction of a person’s life. At least that is how it was for Sarah Williams, Barrhead RCMP Detachment’s newest constable. The majority of her life Williams lived in Mississauga, Ont.
Barrhead 's Field of Honour

Barrhead 's Field of Honour

For more than a quarter century the Barrhead Royal Canadian Legion Branch #75 have a long-standing tradition of honouring deceased members of Canada’s Armed Forces by placing a memorial token on the gravesites of area veterans.
A night of folk

A night of folk

Scott Cook, a balladeer who considers Edmonton home, is coming to Barrhead. On Jan. 5, at 8 p.m., the Canadian Folk Music Awards nominee for Best Emerging Artist will be performing at Barrhead Composite High School’s drama theatre.
Viersen says pipelines, forestry sector highlights of 2016

Viersen says pipelines, forestry sector highlights of 2016

Wrapping up his first full year in the House of Commons, Arnold Viersen has had to tackle quite the learning curve since his election to parliament in October 2015.
For van Dijken, 2016 was a 'year of struggle '

For van Dijken, 2016 was a 'year of struggle '

For Barrhead-Morinville-Westlock MLA Glenn van Dijken, 2016 was a bittersweet year with several ups and downs. Not surprisingly, for him the year’s low point was the passing of the upcoming carbon tax.
A farewell to Mark

A farewell to Mark

Mark Oberg is officially no longer the chief administrative officer of the County of Barrhead.
Don 't cross the bridge

Don 't cross the bridge

Woodlands County councillors are concerned that a request made by the County of Barrhead could result in an injury or even a death.
Fireworks, festivities planned at Agrena

Fireworks, festivities planned at Agrena

Instead of spending New Years Eve alone, in whole or in part, celebrate it on Dec. 31 with the staff of the Town of Barrhead Parks &Recreation.
Volunteers needed

Volunteers needed

It is time for other people to step up to the plate. That was the gist of Barrhead and Community Refugee Support (BCRS) chair Ralph Helder’s report at the group’s latest meeting Dec. 13, held at Barrhead United Church.
Future looks bright for Barrhead, says mayor

Future looks bright for Barrhead, says mayor

The last 12 months filled with triumphs and challenges. That is what mayor Gerry St.
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