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New HSD trustee appreciates the impact teachers can have on a child’s future
By Cal Braid Vauxhall Advance Local Journalism Initiative Reporter An Oct. 26 vote filled the vacancy on Horizon School Division’s board of trustees and John Findlay won out as the representative for Ward 3, which encompasses Barnwell, Taber and the surrounding attendance boundaries. Of the 281 ballots cast, Findlay won 118 of those votes, while Chad McClenaghan took 101, and Barbara Wilson garnered 61. Findlay,… Read More »
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Opposition, labour leaders slam proposed electoral boundary changes
By Patrick Wachter Southern Alberta Newspapers Opposition politicians and labour leaders are raising alarm over proposed adjustments to Alberta voting maps, warning that panel recommendations… Read More »
MD of Taber Oct. 27 Council Meeting highlights
By Nerissa McNaughton Southern Alberta Newspapers Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Municipal District (MD) of Taber Council met for its regular meeting on Oct. 27.… Read More »
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T1D Tournament ready for first annual in Vauxhall
By Cole Parkinson Vauxhall Advance Come this weekend, Vauxhall will see plenty of volleyball players come to town for the first annual T1D volleyball tournament.… Read More »
Jets finish off fall season with a pair of wins
By Cole Parkinson Vauxhall Advance It was the last weekend with games until next spring for the Vauxhall Academy of Baseball. On Friday, the team… Read More »
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From the Archives of Western Newspapers
By Samantha Johnson For Southern Alberta Newspapers November 9, 1892 – The Saskatchewan Times To a dweller of Prince Albert accustomed to the sight of… Read More »
Moving forward together after the referendum
Vamini Selvanandan The Alberta referendum is behind us, the lawn signs have come down, and after ten days of waiting, the final results are in.… Read More »
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Canada must stop living beyond its means
Too many Canadians are dangerously indifferent about government. They think that it is not relevant to their lives and feel that they could have no… Read More »
The hidden cost of permanent daylight saving time
On Sunday, Nov. 1, many Canadians turned their clocks back again. Others left them alone. British Columbia, Alberta and Manitoba have moved to end seasonal… Read More »
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Applicants and mentors called upon to get involved in Young Agrarians
By Anna Smith Southern Alberta Newspapers Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Young Agrarians, a program that helps new farmers develop the skills, knowledge and confidence needed… Read More »
