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Art camp popular among young eager artists

Art camp popular among young eager artists

There has been an explosion of creativity at the Barrhead Public Library the past two weeks, with the return of the ever-popular SPARK camp.
Estimated pool price soars

Estimated pool price soars

The pool project will cost about $10 million more than initial estimates, according to figures released last week. The projected costs of the proposed aquatic centre range from $21m to $24m.
Swimming helps recovery

Swimming helps recovery

Swimming is so much more than recreation to 77-year-old Bob Lee. It is a way of life, it is a form of therapy. Last year it helped him rediscover a sense of wellbeing after a serious back injury.
Mental preparation is key, say floor curlers

Mental preparation is key, say floor curlers

It’s a game that requires mental preparation, skill, and a little bit of luck– all of which two Barrhead couples will be bringing to the table.
First tournament for tennis player

First tournament for tennis player

Barrhead’s shiny new tennis courts will soon be seeing some first-class action as players get ready to hit the court, local resident Lawrence Boucher being one of them.
LeRoy Barker: a rich sporting life

LeRoy Barker: a rich sporting life

You could say life has been a ball for 70-year-old LeRoy Barker. Hardball, softball and slo-pitch – the games have thrilled him as a player and spectator.
Move to fill Barrhead 's 'transport gap '

Move to fill Barrhead 's 'transport gap '

Moves are under way to fill a “gap in transportation services” in Barrhead. It could lead to a taxi, bus or van service to help those without a vehicle, on a low income or suffering from a disability.
Richard Jacobs, a story of inspiration

Richard Jacobs, a story of inspiration

Swimmer Richard Jacobs loves to go searching for precious metal in water. It is something he is good at.
Consistency is key, says golfer Norm Miller

Consistency is key, says golfer Norm Miller

He has taught golf and physical education and been vice-principal of Fort Assiniboine School. But Norm Miller knows full well that he remains a student of golf, a sport that can confound even the best.
Cribbage: keeping the mind active

Cribbage: keeping the mind active

Gayle Schneider strives to exercise her mind. She enjoys suduko and crossword puzzles, scrabble and solitaire. These keep the mind active, and a busy mind is a healthy one she says. She also loves card games.
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