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Human life never disposable

Human life never disposable

Dear Editor, I would like to say thank you to the Barrhead Leader for its positive coverage of the ProLife Chain event. I was there too, but I have to admit, as a man, I did not enjoy it or feel good about it.
Do we need a new swimming pool?

Do we need a new swimming pool?

Dear Editor, I think we do but at what cost? The 6 lane 25 metre lap pool is essential, that is only one more lane than we have now, a zero entry pool for children is very important and we all love our whirlpool.
Cast a ballot

Cast a ballot

As you contemplate going to the polls this Monday, Oct. 21 for the general election, remember one important thing: your vote matters.
Fire prevention for all

Fire prevention for all

Fire Prevention Week is upon us, and there are a bevy of messages we should all take to heart from organizations across North America. Albertans are being told to have two ways out in the case of a fire, whether that’s at home or in a workplace.
Welcome change

Welcome change

What is behind the sudden surge of interest in becoming a Pembina Hills school trustee? Is it concern about tightening budgets? The fear of growing class sizes? Declining enrollment? In previous elections it has been almost a given that trustees are
Why no school board candidates invited to meeting?

Why no school board candidates invited to meeting?

Dear Editor, Thank God election silliness/stupidity only happens every 4 years. Let me share with you our experiences over the last couple of days.
Concern over date set for political forum

Concern over date set for political forum

Dear Editor, I received a letter from Mr. Kluin regarding his concerns over a recent invitation to a political forum hosted by a community group founded by the local councillor of the area. I would like to say Mr.
Ultimate volunteers

Ultimate volunteers

While many people in Westlock and hundreds of other, similar communities across the country donate hours of their time, there is only one set of people for whom volunteering is more than just doing good. They are the volunteer firefighters.
Trust is key

Trust is key

Trust. If you want to burrow down to the core of the proposed amalgamation of the town, county and village, that’s it.
Triathlon rewarding for participants

Triathlon rewarding for participants

Barrhead’s Queen of Hearts Triathlon was a hit this year. Though the event is over and done with until 2014, the feeling of accomplishment still lingers with the participants.
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