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Dale Leffingwell on a mission to preserve history of Milk River

Posted on November 30, 2023

By Al Beeber Southern Alberta Newspapers Dale Leffingwell is on a mission. The president of the Milk River Historical Society, he not only wants to… Read More »

Comets fall in Brian Fryer final to upstart Ernest Manning Griffins

Posted on November 30, 2023

By Garrett Simmons Westwind Weekly News As the dust cleared, the Raymond Comets settled for second place in the province in the top tier of Alberta football. After a dominating… Read More »

Chin Reservoir expansion on track once preparatory work complete

Posted on November 24, 2023

By Trevor Busch Southern Alberta Newspapers editor@tabertimes.com Work in preparation of an upcoming Chin Reservoir expansion is still underway, but it will be some time… Read More »

Poll reveals mixed concern and apathy over Israel-Hamas conflict

Posted on November 24, 2023

By Cal Braid Southern Alberta Newspapers Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Aurora Strategy Global (ASG) released its commissioned poll results from an Oct. 20 - 24… Read More »

Canada needs to do more for displaced children and youth

Posted on November 24, 2023

What an opportune time for Canada to sustain its support for children in emergencies! On the one hand, Canada has quietly and shamefully dropped the… Read More »

From the Archives of Western Newspapers

Posted on November 24, 2023

By Samantha Johnson Southern Alberta Newspapers Local Journalism Initiative Reporter November 19, 1908 – The Crossfield Chronicle We understand the demand for railway cars in… Read More »

Alberta Parents’ Union fights for the right to know

Posted on November 24, 2023

In a nation united by shared values and divided by conflicting ones, a debate over the curriculum in public education simmers on the stovetop. It’s… Read More »

New SCAN unit targeting enforcement in southern Alberta

Posted on November 24, 2023

By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Southern Alberta Newspapers SCAN is setting up shop in Lethbridge. The Alberta government announced Nov. 15 the Alberta Sheriffs has created six… Read More »

Stirling looking forward to celebrating 125 years in 2024

Posted on November 24, 2023

By Kenyon Stronski Westwind Weekly News The year 2023 will soon be coming to a close, and with it Stirling will be one step closer… Read More »

Proposed cell tower focus of Raymond town discussion

Posted on November 24, 2023

By Steffanie Costigan Southern Alberta Newspapers Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A proposed new 5G Roger’s cell tower in the middle of Raymond has left community… Read More »

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