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Recent support for the RCMP
Dear Editor, The past week has been a challenging one for the members of the RCMP as a whole and for local members at the Barrhead Detachment. The funeral for Constable David Wynn in St. Albert was attended by five members from Barrhead and was an emotional but uplifting experience. The support shown by members of the extended policing community and by the public was overwhelming.
Feb 3, 2015 12:00 AM
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Pay cut sets an example and stage
Last week, Premier Jim Prentice made good on a statement issued earlier in January when the price of oil began to create a huge economic headache for the provincial government.
Feb 3, 2015 12:00 AM
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Mistakes happen
Mistakes happen We all make mistakes, but I think this person needs to try harder.
Feb 3, 2015 12:00 AM
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Get informed
For years Westlock-area residents have been hearing about the often-controversial discussions about high-voltage power lines being built around Alberta, but have watched those stories unfold from a distance.
Feb 3, 2015 12:00 AM
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Number crunchers are in high demand
Not just because it’s getting to be close to tax time, but the people that can save a penny here, a dollar over there and cut without regard are quickly becoming the most valued job qualifications around these parts nowadays.
Jan 27, 2015 12:00 AM
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Gone to the dogs
This is just a reminder that the Muskeg Creek Ski Trails are, first and foremost, for cross country skiing in the winter – although snowshoeing and walking are permitted, as it is a public park.
Jan 27, 2015 12:00 AM
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Good sportsmanship is everyone 's responsibility
Congratulations to the staff and volunteers of Barrhead Composite High School who made this weekend’s Senior Jaguars Basketball Tournament such a success.
Jan 27, 2015 12:00 AM
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Majority of Council voted to keep office in Sangudo area, Lac Ste. Anne Reeve said
Dear Editor, As a resident of Lac Ste. Anne County and directly involved with this issue I’d like to point out several items of interest that were reported in this article in the Jan. 13 Leader edition, and statements made by the Reeve.
Jan 27, 2015 12:00 AM
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Perplexing
While the Tawatinaw Valley ski hill is running this season thanks in part to considerable effort by Westlock County’s council and administration — not to mention the work of the many volunteers who keep the facility running — the news about the facil
Jan 20, 2015 12:00 AM
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Cabinet ministers should not lose their jobs because of backdoor negotiations
Three weeks into the New Year and more than a month after Wildrose leader Danielle Smith and eight of her colleagues crossed the floor to join the Progressive Conservative government, not one has been named to cabinet.
Jan 20, 2015 12:00 AM
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