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Our rulers seem unaware of who we are

Our rulers seem unaware of who we are

Dear Editor Good morning Canada; The actual governing people of Canada seem not to be aware of just who we are.
Something in the air Ö

Something in the air Ö

Thereís an unmistakable feeling in the Athabasca-Boyle region that big things are on the horizon.
On a roll ó and not in a good way

On a roll ó and not in a good way

The exasperation in the voices of local RCMP officers and fire-and-rescue officials is palpable.
Barrhead 's year of promise

Barrhead 's year of promise

Well, not much remains of that once plump, juicy turkey, does it? Fridges and larders are probably looking a lot emptier now. Eggnog has disappeared, along with stuffing and those scrumptious apple and mince pies.
Exploring transport options

Exploring transport options

Dear Editor, Your last two issues have identified the absence of public transportation in our rural community. I felt empathy for Scotty Smith as I read about his feeling of abandonment the evening of Dec. 2 in St.
Make a resolution

Make a resolution

No matter who you are, the New Year is sure to have some meaning for you.
Happy Holidays

Happy Holidays

It’s that time of year once again. The holiday season is upon us, and as you read this newspaper you will likely be home for some restful time with your family and friends.
The joy of Christmas

The joy of Christmas

Sometimes a smile lights up a person’s day. Sometimes a kind remark or gesture has the same effect.
Glue these reporters to Leader!

Glue these reporters to Leader!

Dear Editor, As a reader of the Barrhead Leader, I would like to say that a person would be hard-pressed to find a better reporting team than what is at the newspaper now. Find some glue and affix them to the Leader, to the community of Barrhead . .
How can we prevent atrocities?

How can we prevent atrocities?

Dear Editor, The atrocities that twisted minds can inflict upon humanity, humbles us. Even though we feel pain and sorrow over the senseless mass murder and suicide of Sandy Hook, it pales to the horror upon the parents.
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