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Canada's first-past-the-post election system feeds hostility, says one expert

Canada's first-past-the-post election system feeds hostility, says one expert

First-past-the-post feeds negative campaigning and attack politics, says author and electoral reform advocate.
Barrhead High School ahead in limiting cell phone distraction for students

Barrhead High School ahead in limiting cell phone distraction for students

Minister of Education Demetrios Nicolaides announced new rules that limit student distractions in class starting in the 2024-2025 school year
Trailers can't stay year-round in Boyle RV park, says council

Trailers can't stay year-round in Boyle RV park, says council

Request for permanent camping spot sparked discussion of parks purpose
Capital projects completed for Boyle Community Centre, Fire Hall

Capital projects completed for Boyle Community Centre, Fire Hall

Refurbished floors in both facilities will stretch longevity and improve looks
JUNE 21 ROAD REPORT: Town and Country road conditions and cams

JUNE 21 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
Business owners say property crime on the rise despite RCMP numbers

Business owners say property crime on the rise despite RCMP numbers

After a recent surge in commercial thefts in the area, business owners are speaking out about the rise in occurrences and other impacts of property crime
FCSS update brings good news to municipal councillors

FCSS update brings good news to municipal councillors

Family and student services a major part of social service organization provides
Town discusses new naming policy for town’s assets

Town discusses new naming policy for town’s assets

Policy will return to council in September
Harassment of Alberta's elected officials increasing, contributing to resignations

Harassment of Alberta's elected officials increasing, contributing to resignations

Worsening harassment of municipal officials is contributing to councillor resignations and pushing good candidates away from local politics, municipal leaders say.
Destroyed basement suite lands Buffalo Lake man 15 days

Destroyed basement suite lands Buffalo Lake man 15 days

Norman Reid looking forward to reuniting with five children post-release
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