Five-year Alberta teaching deal nears final approval
The Times reports a five-year agreement for Alberta teachers moving toward official board approval. Local ATA voting ranged as high as 79 percent yes in Taber, with expectations the Horizons School Division board will ratify. The pact promises budget stability, uninterrupted five-year schooling, and broader labour peace for students and parents.
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Alberta real estate cools after economic surge
Economic slowdown appears likely after a brisk Alberta market last spring and summer. Real estate prices settle to realistic levels while sales slow and job moves in southern Alberta become tougher amid higher consumer debt and cautious forecasters for 2008.
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Anonymous Christmas Gift Basket Blesses Local Family
A family received an anonymous doorstep gift on Christmas Eve consisting of a laundry basket filled with Christmas goodies, a turkey, dog treats, a grocery card, and cash. The note thanks the giver and hopes to pay it forward in the future.
Taber considers police expansion and community funding
The Taber police commission contemplates a new officer, a school resource officer, and extra training for eight current officers. Town budget talks open with a 3.7 percent funding rise requested as provincewide lottery funds bring mixed news and a large regional cost.
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