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Alberta’s Amy Fraser shines at Milan 2026
By Nerissa McNaughton Southern Alberta Newspapers Alberta’s own Amy Fraser has, once again, captured the hearts of Canadians with her stellar performance at the Milan 2026 Winter Olympics. The freestyle skier, who got her start at the Elkwater Ski Club in Medicine Hat, competed in the women’s halfpipe event, showcasing not only her athletic prowess but also her unyielding determination and love for the sport. The athlete showcased her talent with impressive performances during the… Read More »
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Recall legislation “weaponized” by labour movement: Hunter
By Trevor Busch Westwind Weekly News editor@tabertimes.com With more than two dozen Alberta MLAs recently facing recall petitions in their respective ridings, Taber-Warner MLA Grant… Read More »
Immigration, medical assistance in dying on agenda with legislature underway
By Zoe Mason Southern Alberta Newspapers Ahead of the start of the first sitting of 2026, government house leader Joseph Schow outlined UCP government priorities… Read More »
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Raymond’s U11 team scores playoff series win over Magrath
Garrett Simmons Westwind Weekly News It was a classic rivalry game on the ice Saturday, as Raymond’s Tier 3 U11 team skated away with a… Read More »
Playoff action begins throughout the Central Alberta Hockey League
Garrett Simmons Westwind Weekly News It’s playoff time in the Central Alberta Hockey League, and local teams are front and centre. The Magrath U11s will… Read More »
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End of an era
By Cole Parkinson Westwind Weekly News Well, after five and a half years at the paper, I’ve officially decided to move onto a new venture.… Read More »
Favourite podcasts of 2022
When it comes to podcasts, there truly is something for everybody. Whether you’re into breakdowns on pop culture, true crime, audio dramas, news, philosophy, or… Read More »
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Ottawa’s gun grab is all about politics
The federal government is once again on a crusade to end legal gun ownership, and no one knows why. Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree recently… Read More »
Canada can become richer than the United States
Economic growth and a rising standard of living used to be a given. Canadian parents could assume, with good reason, that their children and grandchildren… Read More »
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Host farm for ASBG Harvest Tour nears 100-year milestone
By Cal Braid Southern Alberta Newspapers Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On Oct. 14, the Alberta Sugar Beet Growers hosted its annual Harvest Tour at President… Read More »