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County approves Wandering River developments

County approves Wandering River developments

Land use bylaw amendments see agricultural land rezoned for RVs and recreation
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Helping businesses impacted by COVID

Helping businesses impacted by COVID

Town of Barrhead councillors approve policy that would make businesses and not-for-profit organizations eligible for an up to $3,000 grant
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River Rats making a comeback

River Rats making a comeback

July 1 festival will go ahead with more details to be announced depending on Alberta Health regulations
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Waste management commission signs MOU for compost facility

Waste management commission signs MOU for compost facility

Provincial board denies appeal from landfill neighbour
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Local seat on AU Board of Governors would help heal rift

Local seat on AU Board of Governors would help heal rift

MLA has been trying to balance concerns of community with future success of AU as he meets with Advanced Education minister
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Athabasca nurse nominated for award

Athabasca nurse nominated for award

Doreen Van Eaton up for excellence in nursing
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Joanne Plamondon named 2019 firefighter of the year

Joanne Plamondon named 2019 firefighter of the year

Presentation of the award delayed due to COVID-19
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County passes on funding AU lobbyist

County passes on funding AU lobbyist

Motions to request meetings with Advanced Education minister and AU board chair approved instead 
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Extreme heat warning issued for Westlock area

Extreme heat warning issued for Westlock area

Temperatures could reach up to 29 C
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Barrhead doctor named 2021 Rhapsody Award winner

Barrhead doctor named 2021 Rhapsody Award winner

Dr. Kent Bernes receives the award for his work in promoting rural medicine
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