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Hundreds gather in Alberta town to discuss referendum complexities with political scientist

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Alberta DecidesBy Johnnie Bachusky, The Albertan, Great West Media Lori Williams packed an audience at Innisfail Library/Learning Centre for a non-partisan presentation on the 10 ballots Albertans face in the upcoming referendum INNISFAIL – A referendum forum facilitated by a Calgary university professor was held in Innisfail last week before a packed mixed audience of passionate pro-Canada supporters and those believing … Read more…

Taking the plunge

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Claresholm Recreation hosted “The Plunge” on Thursday, Oct. 1. It was a cold-water swim, as the pool has been filled but not yet warmed. Normally swimmers swim in water that is 26 degrees Celsius, but on Thursday the water was 16 to 17 degrees. Entrants could swim 10, 25 or 50 metres with all proceeds going to KidSport Claresholm. Here, … Read more…

Ross running for town council

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By Rob VogtDiana Ross wants to be a voice for the community.That’s why she is running for the vacant position on town council.She wants to advocate for the issues.“Listen to the people,” Ross said. “What are people saying about their own community.”She also wants to be there when decisions are made.“Be there for our community,” Ross said. “It’s a great community.”She … Read more…

Pelletier running for council

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By Rob VogtPerry Pelletier has always been about community service.That’s why he is running for the vacant position on town council.In fact, his motto is “Community. Service. Safety”Pelletier spent 40 years in the RCMP in B.C., Saskatchewan and Alberta.His most recent posting was as sergeant of the Claresholm RCMP detachment, from which he retired a few months ago.Growing up, he … Read more…

TOPS member receives special award

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SubmittedOur Claresholm TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter AB5256 and Brydon Saunders, our co-facilitator and a 19-year KOPS, are happy to congratulate Marilyn Heyland on receiving a 10-year award for maintaining her KOPS, which is Keeping Off Pounds Sensibly.Marilyn has been in TOPS since the 1960s and was a chapter queen in 1968.She has held numerous positions in TOPS from leader … Read more…