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Spotlight Staff A “capacity market” for electricity has been created by the Alberta government as part of its plan to ensure that consumers are protected from price volatility with a reliable supply of electricity at stable, affordable prices. “We begin…
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RCMP News release On Nov. 18, the McLennan RCMP Detachment responded to a complaint and information, indicating that an accused male wanted on outstanding warrants of arrest was at a residence in Donnelly. The RCMP responded to the call for…
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Spotlight Staff A cap on electricity prices has been introduced by the provincial government to protect families, farms and small business. When fully implemented in June 2017, the government’s rate ceiling will ensure that Albertans pay no more than 6.8…
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Spotlight Staff After consulting with thousands of Albertans, the province is amending the Modernized Municipal Government Act and continuing the conversation with an in-depth discussion guide. “For the feedback that addressed new, but important, areas for change, I am pleased…
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Keep your Christmas tree safe and healthy

Spotlight Staff People are reminded to keep Christmas trees healthy and safe as directed by Alberta Agriculture and Forestry. “Some species have more open foliage, stiffer branches or longer needles, and you may want to have an idea of your…
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Express Staff The Christmas season is almost upon us and it’s time to mark your calendars for the forthcoming school Christmas concerts. Here are the dates and times for each school’s event: . Ecole Routhier, Falher, Dec. 13, 7 p.m.…
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Christmas Expo and Santa Day held at the Centre Chevaliers

Mac Olsen Express Staff @SmokyRiverExprs The Centre Chevaliers in Falher was filled to capacity on Nov. 26, for the annual Christmas Expo and Santa Day. There were 75 tables filled with merchandise, including honey, jewelry, cosmetics, clothing, children’s educational materials,…
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Spotlight Staff As temperatures drop, it’s important to know how to work safely in cold weather. Extreme temperatures are considered a workplace hazard. That means employers must take steps to prevent risks associated with cold weather such as severe cold…
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Helmet law proposed for off-highway vehicles

Spotlight Staff Helmets could soon be required for driving off-highway vehicles on public land under a proposal by the provincial government. Transportation Brian Mason introduced proposed amendments to the Traffic Safety Act (TSA) to require recreational users of all-terrain vehicles…
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