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Barrhead U13 Bandits win silver at home tournament

Barrhead U13 Bandits win silver at home tournament

As a thank you to the community, tournament organizers donate half the proceeds of weekend 50/50 proceeds to Barrhead Food Bank
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ADOPT A PET: Hello, I'm Koda (and Max)!

ADOPT A PET: Hello, I'm Koda (and Max)!

Great West Media, in partnership with Second Chance Animal Rescue Society, brings you this feature highlighting a special pet that is in need of adoption.
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Canada Post operations to resume on Tuesday, company says

Canada Post operations to resume on Tuesday, company says

While mail is set to begin moving again on Tuesday as Canada Post employees return to work, key "structural issues" at the centre of the month-long strike remain outstanding heading into the next phase of negotiations.
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Boyle woman awaits sentencing for fraud nearing $500,000

Boyle woman awaits sentencing for fraud nearing $500,000

Sharri Johnson made 150 fraudulent payments to personal account, credit card, over two years
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DECEMBER 16 ROAD REPORT: Town and Country road conditions and cams

DECEMBER 16 ROAD REPORT: Town and Country road conditions and cams

Get a look at your commute - click for up-to-date conditions map and road cameras
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County of Barrhead prepares for 2025 municipal election

County of Barrhead prepares for 2025 municipal election

Councillors appoint returning and substitute returning officer
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GALLERY - Barrhead Polar Parade Party

GALLERY - Barrhead Polar Parade Party

BARRHEAD - Friday, Dec. 6 Barrhead took out all the stops and held the Polar Parade. The parade was fantastic with plenty to keep people entertaining after the parade. Delicious hot dogs and warm hot chocolate stations were set up along main street.
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Inspiring Barrhead educator wins World Teacher's Day award

Inspiring Barrhead educator wins World Teacher's Day award

Bruce Tyrrell recognized as result of nomination from former student
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Over 300 COVID outbreaks hit Alberta acute care facilities last year

Over 300 COVID outbreaks hit Alberta acute care facilities last year

During these outbreaks, 2,352 patients and 660 health care workers tested positive for COVID.
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Athabasca welcomes return of RCMP Musical Ride after 10 years

Athabasca welcomes return of RCMP Musical Ride after 10 years

Athabasca and District Ag Society will show off it’s upgraded facilities to hundreds Aug. 16
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