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Be on the defensive for mosquito bites
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 of August, Alberta is also heading into the time of year when the Culex tarsalis — the species of mosquito that carries West Nile virus — is most active. WNV is a virus carried by mosquitoes — which have become… Read More »
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Crop insurance program adjusted through CAP
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
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 »
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Magrath’s Golf Club is almost open for business — as per usual
By Laura Balanko-Dickson Westwind Weekly News Magrath's golf club has had "challenges" dealing with the fluctuating restrictions in Alberta. Despite this, Gina Nelson, manager of… Read More »
Albertans urged to take precautions when driving ATVs
By Stan Ashbee Westwind Weekly News With the health care system, especially intensive care units under stress due to COVID-19, Alberta Health Services (AHS) reminds… Read More »
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Albertans’ democratic principles are worth protecting
Dear Editor: The municipal elections that will occur later this year present you and your neighbours with a golden opportunity to discuss the future of… Read More »
Securing Canada’s Future priority for Conservatives
As the pandemic is finally loosening its grip on Canada, provinces are establishing gradual reopening plans to reconnect communities and revitalize economies. While the schedules… Read More »
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Heroes needed — apply within
Life is not like a box of chocolates. Money is tight, while debt continues to grow. Bills keep piling on with no remorse and/or flexibility… Read More »
Private out of this world space exploration could be devastating to planet Earth
Is it nepotism, narcissism, nerd-ist in nature, having a God-complex or is it simply a peeing contest among some of the world’s richest people? Space… Read More »
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Crop insurance program adjusted through CAP
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 »