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How the independent school system works

How the independent school system works

Dear Editor, My name is Jackson Hooimeyer and I am a private school student. I have a bit of concern about Doug Neuman’s article that focused on ending funding to private schools in the Barrhead Leader.
No public restrooms

No public restrooms

Dear Editor, I am writing today to express my feelings on small town businesses. I work for Blue Heron Support Services Association. Today Tuesday, December 10th we go downtown to do some errands for a lady I support.
A multitude of reasons to have private schools

A multitude of reasons to have private schools

Dear Editor, As a grade 12 student, I feel obligated to voice my concerns regarding the article recently published in the Barrhead Leader, entitled “End public funding to private schools” by Doug Neuman.
Lost in the shuffle

Lost in the shuffle

Brian Storseth's decision to seek the nomination in the Lakeland riding during the next federal election will undoubtedly leave Westlock residents pondering what the political landscape will look like when the 2015 federal election comes around.
Harsher laws needed

Harsher laws needed

It’s the time of year again when the slippery roads are filled with people driving dangerously, whether through their own actions or through careless inaction.
Holiday generosity

Holiday generosity

Barrhead has done it again. At first the announcement of the amount seemed surreal.
Community sponsors scholarship

Community sponsors scholarship

Dear Editor, A good crowd was present at the Cherhill Community Harvest Supper and Dance to congratulate Shaleigh Lovich who received the C.C.A. scholarship for $500.
Hospital hopes

Hospital hopes

All Boyle village council wants for Christmas is a hospital in decent repair. Okay, so the done-by-Christmas timeline isn’t realistic.
Multiplex school worth getting behind

Multiplex school worth getting behind

A new Grade 7–12 school located near the Athabasca Regional Multiplex is the best option for the future of education in Athabasca.
The best yet

The best yet

It was a feast for all the senses. For the eyes, there were paintings, sculptures, decorative glassware and jewellery. There was also a fantastic performance by the Footworks Dance Academy. For the fingers, there was the delicate feel of fabrics.
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