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Supports available for ag industry for dry conditions

Posted on August 12, 2021

By Nikki Jamieson Westwind Weekly News The province is providing support and resources to help the the agriculture industry weather the ongoing drought. As the… Read More »

Stonegate Meadows ASP Amendment passes

Posted on August 5, 2021

By Nikki Jamieson Westwind Weekly News An amended Area Structure Plan was passed following two public hearings. The public hearing for the Stonegate Meadows ASP… Read More »

Fire departments partner for 50/50 draw

Posted on August 5, 2021

By Nikki Jamieson Westwind Weekly News Local fire departments have partnered together for a fundraising opportunity. Several departments — including La Crete Fire and Rescue,… Read More »

Crop insurance program adjusted through CAP

Posted on July 29, 2021

By Nikki Jamieson Westwind Weekly News A crop insurance program change will allow for a higher yield threshold of crop to be salvaged for livestock… Read More »

Be on the defensive for mosquito bites

Posted on July 29, 2021

By Nikki Jamieson Westwind Weekly News Alberta Health Services (AHS) is reminding people to take precautions against mosquito bites in the summer. With the approach… Read More »

Vast majority of province received vaccine

Posted on July 29, 2021

By Nikki Jamieson Westwind Weekly News Alberta hit another vaccination milestone last week. As of July 22, 75 per cent of eligible Albertans have received… Read More »

Whoop-Up Days 2021 returns in limited capacity

Posted on July 22, 2021

By Stan Ashbee Westwind Weekly News Whoop-Up Days, southern Alberta’s annual celebration of community spirit and the culmination of summer, will take place in Lethbridge… Read More »

Magrath Days go July 22-24

Posted on July 22, 2021

By Nikki Jamieson Westwind Weekly News Magrath Days are back this year. The festival couldn’t go on as planned last year due to the pandemic,… Read More »

Keep pet snakes inside: RRPSS

Posted on July 22, 2021

By Nikki Jamieson Westwind Weekly News Ridge Regional Public Safety Services is reminding pet owners not to leave their cold-blooded pets outside following a spat… Read More »

Schow named deputy house leader

Posted on July 15, 2021

By Nikki Jamieson Westwind Weekly News Cardston-Siksika MLA Joseph Schow has been named deputy government house leader in a recent cabinet shuffle. The move, announced… Read More »

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