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Operation Christmas Child changing lives one shoebox at a time

Operation Christmas Child changing lives one shoebox at a time

They come in all shapes and sizes, but what is important for these children is just simply that they come at all. Operation Christmas Child provides gifts to children who in many cases, may not have received a gift this Christmas season.
BCHS engages students through theatre

BCHS engages students through theatre

The teachers at Barrhead Composite High School (BCHS) believe students learn best when they are having fun and engaged and so do the actors of the Kompany Family Theatre.
Vets share their experiences with the younger generation

Vets share their experiences with the younger generation

For the last three years, in the weeks leading up to Remembrance Day, the Barrhead Public Library has invited a Grade 5 class from Barrhead Elementary School to talk to a group of veterans over tea. On Monday, Oct.
Oktoberfest a big success

Oktoberfest a big success

A tradition celebrated by the German’s since 1810, and even though their festivities are known to run for weeks at a time, Barrhead celebrated it’s own version of this yearly celebration.
Future plans shared with Chamber and public

Future plans shared with Chamber and public

The Barrhead Chamber of Commerce celebrated Small Business Week with dinner and guest speakers on Wed. Oct. 22, at the Barrhead Royal Canadian Legion. Mayor Gerry St.
Barrhead Library hosts local painter 's art exhibit

Barrhead Library hosts local painter 's art exhibit

Art may be in the eye of the beholder, but one local artist would like her paintings to beholden to as many sets of eyes as possible. This month, a number of Maria Sieben’s paintings are on display at the Barrhead Public Library.
Barrhead senior vows to keep fighting

Barrhead senior vows to keep fighting

All’s well that ends well, but not before causing Barrhead senior, Joe Smith, a lot of stress, time and expense. On Thursday, Oct.
Town responds to county 's motion delaying future capital expenditures

Town responds to county 's motion delaying future capital expenditures

Barrhead County is not operating in good faith in regards to the pool. That was the consensus the Town of Barrhead councillors expressed on Tuesday, Oct. 14 at their regular council meeting. In the Oct.
Field of Honour waiting for Remembrance Day

Field of Honour waiting for Remembrance Day

The leaves fall gently on the graves of soldiers, who fought proudly for their country, and blowing in the wind among the gravestones is small, but meaningful Canadian flags.
Council responds to letter regarding funds for Aquatic Centre

Council responds to letter regarding funds for Aquatic Centre

It was during a Special Meeting Sept. 25 that County Council received a letter from Town Council in regards to the Aquatic Centre, and that letter was addressed during their regular Council meeting on Oct. 7.
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