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Skate Park Concern

Skate Park Concern
A group of youth who use the Barrhead skate park regularly have voiced their concern about the deteriorating condition of the facility.
Pictured: Justin Wilson sits and watches as Brandon Jones performs a trick on his skateboard. The bottom part of particular ramp has become detached, causing widening gap at the bottom in which wheels can become caught.
May 21, 2013 06:00 am | Kelly Brooks

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Blue Heron staff, clients join rally at legislature

Blue Heron staff, clients join rally at legislature
When the bus left Blue Heron Support Services at 10 a.m. on a cool, slightly overcast Wednesday it was packed. On board were...
May 21, 2013 06:00 am | Marcus Day

Northplex hails ‘unique’ modular basement

Northplex hails ‘unique’ modular basement
Drive past the Northplex plant and you will see workers busy on a two-storey house overlooking the road. Against a clear...
May 21, 2013 06:00 am | Marcus Day

Sports

Minor hockey registration discount

Minor hockey registration discount
Get your skates on, minor hockey players.
May 21, 2013 06:00 am | Marcus Day

Cycling against poverty

Cycling against poverty
1.How long have you been a member of WOW (Women on Wheels) ? Five years
May 21, 2013 06:00 am | Marcus Day Interviews Dagmar Visser

Canadian Press

In low interest rate environment, home affordability remains stable: RBC

OTTAWA - A new analysis from the Royal Bank (TX:RY) finds home ownership in Canada remains largely affordable, even if there are signs of mild financial stress among indebted families.
May 23, 2013 01:00 am | The Canadian Press

Canadian father of 'hatchet hitchhiker' stands by son in NJ homicide case

NEWARK, N.J. - He was a gregarious, spontaneous child, his father said, a handful at times who loved music and playing the guitar.
May 22, 2013 09:45 pm | Katie Zezima, The Associated Press

Ottawa coach MacLean mute after Senators routed 7-3 by Pittsburgh in Game 4

OTTAWA - Paul MacLean’s few words spoke volumes about what he thought of his team’s performance in their 7-3 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game 4 Wednesday night.
May 23, 2013 12:15 am | The Canadian Press

LeBron to the rescue: James scores at buzzer, Heat top Pacers 103-102 in Game 1 of East finals

LeBron to the rescue: James scores at buzzer, Heat top Pacers 103-102 in Game 1 of East finals
MIAMI - LeBron James caught the inbounds pass, changed direction and immediately attacked the rim.
May 22, 2013 12:01 am | Tim Reynolds, The Associated Press
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13th Annual Gardener's Day

St. Louis Parrish Hall

Bonnyville

St. Louis Parrish Hall in Bonnyville 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
AIR CADET BOTTLE DRIVE bottle drive -

Charity/Fundraiser

bottle drive

In parking lot between Movie Gallery and FCSS building.

Barrhead

780 674 6063
Drop off your unwanted bottles and help the Barrhead Air Cadets. A trailer will be parked and waiting for your bottles.
AL-ANON AADAC -

Community Events

AADAC

5143 - 50 Street

Barrhead

780-674-3874 or 780-674-3157
If someone's drinking of alcohol is bothering you, we may be able to help. Al-Anon meetings are held every Thursday at 12 noon at AADAC (alley entrance).
Alberta Party Constituency Association Planning Meeting Don's Bistro -

Community Events

Don's Bistro

10015 100 Avenue

Morinville, AB

Thomas Holmes tjnholmes@gmail.com 780-572-4445/780-237-6283
Alberta Party Barrhead-Morinville-Westlock Constituency Association Planning Meeting: There has never been a better time to get involved in your community and provincial politics. Some concerned citizens are creating a Consistuency Association (CA) for the Alberta Party. Don't know a lot about the party? Come out and ask some questions. The Alberta Party has momentum as people find out about its policy development and real alternate to the Conservatives and current official opposition. Can't make the meeting - contact us to add your name to our information mailing list!
Barrhead Blue Heron Fair - Aug 5 - 7 Barrhead Fair Grounds - Rodeo Drive

Fair, demolition derby, rodeo

Barrhead Fair Grounds - Rodeo Drive

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