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NDP pushes Alberta government on accessibility with private member’s bill coming soon

Posted on 28 November 2024 by George Lee

The Alberta government needs to get with the times and make the province more accessible for more citizens, says an…Continue Reading

Fort Macleod RCMP offer ways to identify unhealthy relationships

Posted on 28 November 2024 by staff

November is National Family Violence Awareness Month, an important time to shed light on recognizing and addressing the warnings signs…Continue Reading

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Reignited trade war unfairly punishes canola producers, NDP critic says

Posted on 28 November 2024 by George Lee

Canola producers need protection from the effects of an ongoing trade war with China that’s costing their industry billions of…Continue Reading

Deadline looms for health clinic grants

Posted on 28 November 2024 by George Lee

Friday is the deadline for expressions of interest in two grant programs aimed at improving primary health care in rural…Continue Reading

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Snow, cold won’t stop Fort Macleod Santa Claus Parade

Posted on 28 November 2024 by Editor

Fort Macleod’s Santa Claus Parade will go ahead as planned Saturday in true winter conditions. Cold temperatures and snow forecast for Sturday won’t put the chill on the town’s celebration. “We strong Canadians are not deterred by a little cold,” parade co-ordinator Ashley Nelson said Tuesday. “I still expect the parade to be a fun…Continue Reading

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F.P. Walshe Flyers boys bring home silver medals

Posted on 21 November 2024 by admin

The F.P. Walshe Flyers found the silver lining Saturday night following a battle from the ages at the 2A zone…Continue Reading

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F.P. Walshe Flyers girls earn silver medals at zones

Posted on 21 November 2024 by Editor

The F.P. Walshe Flyers battled to second place at the weekend 2A south zone high school girls volleyball playoffs. The Flyers scrapped their way to the finals before losing to host Immanuel Christian Eagles. The silver medal-winning Flyers are Raegan Gurney, London Wolstenholme, Maike Nigl, Maddy DeGinnus,  Lexi Schaffer, Denae Feyter, Rowan O’Connor, Maddie Meech,…Continue Reading

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Fort Macleod residents can act to stop bullying

Posted on 21 November 2024 by admin

Fort Macleod residents were encouraged last week to act when they encounter bullying. Chayse Stasiuk of Lethbridge Family Services said…Continue Reading

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Crowsnest coal debate suffers from bullet-point arguments, retired prof says

Posted on 21 November 2024 by George Lee

The potential resurrection of Crowsnest Pass coal mining should never pit the environment against the economy, said a community member…Continue Reading

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