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Jasper re-entry: Council approves eight new positions to support recovery efforts

Jasper re-entry: Council approves eight new positions to support recovery efforts

Although the positions have been established, they will not be filled until the municipality can confirm that they qualify for provincial funding through the Disaster Recovery Program.
Alberta RCMP issue 1,982 tickets over Labour Day weekend

Alberta RCMP issue 1,982 tickets over Labour Day weekend

Ninety-two drug or alcohol impaired drivers were removed from Alberta roads over the long weekend.
Alberta RCMP share back to school traffic tips for drivers and students

Alberta RCMP share back to school traffic tips for drivers and students

With the return of students to school classrooms this week, Alberta RCMP are sending motorists and community members some back-to-school lessons of their own.
Legacy of long-time Barrhead surgeon lives on

Legacy of long-time Barrhead surgeon lives on

Four former Barrhead Composite High School grads receive the Dr. B. Bose Nursing Scholarship to help further their education
Hospital plan creates redundancy, red tape, and competition for staff: AMA president

Hospital plan creates redundancy, red tape, and competition for staff: AMA president

The Edmonton Zone is the only zone in the province with two health authorities AHS and Covenant Health and the Alberta Medical Association president says that has caused added operational controls, administration, oversight, and coordinating bodies.
'Something needs to change’: Boyle Mayor welcomes discussion of alternative hospital operators

'Something needs to change’: Boyle Mayor welcomes discussion of alternative hospital operators

Smith’s plan to transfer underperforming facilities a hit with some, a miss with others
Man accused of setting trap that injured officer has court appearance

Man accused of setting trap that injured officer has court appearance

He also has a previous violence-related charge from a separate incident.
Alberta to pursue legislation this fall on opt-in sex education in schools

Alberta to pursue legislation this fall on opt-in sex education in schools

The Alberta government says it's moving ahead this fall with legislation that would require parents to proactively sign up to have their children opt-in, rather than the usual practice of opting out, for sex education.
Barrhead’s big connection event on Sept 5

Barrhead’s big connection event on Sept 5

You won't want to miss this exciting Make the Connection event at the Barrhead Curling Rink on September 5 starting at 3:30 pm
SEPTEMBER 3 ROAD REPORT: Town and Country road conditions and cams

SEPTEMBER 3 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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