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Bergsma takes the reins at Warner School
Horizon School Division Horizon School Division has announced the appointment of Brian Bergsma as the new principal of Warner School commencing the 2025-2026 school year. Bergsma has taught a diverse range of subjects including Science, Math, Woodshop, Welding, and Agriculture. Bringing with him over a decade of classroom experience, a strong foundation in educational leadership, and a deep commitment to student and staff success. Bergsma… Read More »
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Rains have helped growing conditions in Alberta, which remain below average
Southern Alberta Newspapers Widespread rain in Alberta improved growing conditions across the province, including in the south, though crop and pasture conditions remain below long-term… Read More »
Reservoir levels up incrementally in southern Alberta
Southern Alberta Newspapers The level of the Waterton Reservoir has increased 21 per cent since early June but at 76 per cent capacity is still… Read More »
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Did you know that Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, holds secrets that rival the drama of a Hollywood gangster movie? This unsuspecting prairie city has a scandalous… Read More »
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Comets settle for silver medal in rugby 15s provincial championship
• Coach contends game was cut short by 10 minutes By Garrett Simmons Westwind Weekly News The stage was set last Saturday afternoon for a… Read More »
Magrath Zeniths go 2-0 in APBL play to move to 5-3 on the season
By Garrett Simmons Westwind Weekly News The Magrath Zeniths pulled out two big wins last week in Alberta Premier Baseball League play. Last Wednesday, Magrath… 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 »
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Removing interprovincial trade barriers is more political theatre than economic action
The Trump administration’s tariff war on the world economy has highlighted a long-standing tension in Canadian federalism: so-called interprovincial trade barriers. Federal and provincial politicians… Read More »
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Rains have helped growing conditions in Alberta, which remain below average
Southern Alberta Newspapers Widespread rain in Alberta improved growing conditions across the province, including in the south, though crop and pasture conditions remain below long-term… Read More »