Barrhead News

Two men who admitted their part in an outdoor cannabis growing operation involving more than 2,000 plants received conditional sentences last Wednesday.

After a former Pembina Hills school division superintendent was accused of abusing his expense account, the division quickly updated its expense account policy. Former Supt. Richard Harvey left the division Oct.

The County of Barrhead may be seeing another gravel pit operation in the near future if council approves a new proposed project.

Barrhead’s Celebration of the Arts was dubbed a success over the weekend, with a total of about 135 people coming out to enjoy a two-day event of fine art and entertainment.

Former Pembina Hills school division Supt. Richard Harvey has been charged with defrauding the division by submitting excessive expense claims. Alberta Justice spokesperson Jason Maloney confirmed Oct.

The Barrhead Fire Services Open House was the hot place to be last week, as families flocked in great numbers for a night of fire education, fun activities, a free dinner, and prizes. The open house started at 5:30 p.m. and ran until 7:30 p.m.

Chewy is proving a Hollywood charmer. Just two weeks into his new life in Tinseltown, the former BARS dog is making friends and influencing them. So much so, that he seems a shoo-in for a back-up role in a Disney comedy series.

Barrhead is coming alive with the sound of big band music. It is hoped the sound will grow and grow as students fill their hearts with the joy of playing in an ensemble.

A fundraising campaign for the new aquatic centre is under way – even though the pool location has not yet been chosen. One Barrhead and District Agrena Society initiative is a 50/50 cash lottery with a maximum prize of $50,000.

The 23-month-long fraud investigation into an unnamed Pembina Hills school division employee has concluded with Crown prosecutors recommending charges.