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All systems go for new pool

All systems go for new pool

The pool project is set to kick into high gear after the 61 per cent “yes” vote in the Barrhead County plebiscite. Barrhead Reeve Bill Lee and Mayor Gerry St. Pierre expressed delight with public backing for a new aquatic centre.
A love affair with Canadian landscapes

A love affair with Canadian landscapes

Barrhead Art Club’s artist of the month for April is Hilde Keller. German-born Keller began her artistic life 14 years ago after being entranced by Canada’s rich and varied landscapes.
New Neerlandia Co-op Centre taking shape

New Neerlandia Co-op Centre taking shape

There is a missing piece in the Neerlandia community, which was filled at one time by the Co-op Home and Farm Centre and warehouse that burned to the ground last summer.
Pool 'could be built for $10m or less '

Pool 'could be built for $10m or less '

Owner of Lambert’s Concrete, Lambert Veenstra, has a long track record in construction. Here he argues why he believes the Town has gone about the pool project the wrong way, leading to escalating costs.
A comedy packed with goofiness and great tunes

A comedy packed with goofiness and great tunes

In the wacky, wonderful world of comedy theatre, the improbable is probable. So it is with Sharon Plunkett’s latest production. It is a tale of two crooks, both a little cerebrally challenged. After busting out of jail they end up in a convent.
Reeve concerned by Redford resignation fallout

Reeve concerned by Redford resignation fallout

The fallout of Alison Redford’s resignation as Alberta premier will be felt in Barrhead, Reeve Bill Lee said last week. He voiced concern about the impact on the community’s marathon struggle to win far greater casino revenues.
A wealth of musical talent

A wealth of musical talent

Yee haw! As Samuel Nikkel’s fingers drummed the keyboard at St. John’s Lutheran Church, it was easy to imagine rows of Stetson-wearing cowboys, their buckaroo boots striking a wooden dance floor.
Call for big pool plebiscite turnout

Call for big pool plebiscite turnout

“Come out and vote.” With the March 24 County pool plebiscite just six days away, Reeve Bill Lee and Barrhead Mayor Gerry St. Pierre issued this joint plea last Friday. “We very much encourage people to vote,” said Lee.
We loved having you!

We loved having you!

For 16-year-old Akino Jomaru the best part about coming to Barrhead was making friends and memories. “It was fun. I want to come back,” she smiled. Ken Eda, 17, feels the same way.
Call for councils to split costs for recreational facilities

Call for councils to split costs for recreational facilities

A call has gone out for Town and County to share equally the cost of recreational facilities.
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