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Village of Forestburg votes to bump councillor pay

The Village of Forestburg council voted to increase councillors' base pay to $6,200, aligning it with the deputy mayor's salary, during an April 9 meeting. This decision, amidst discussions on compensation equity, comes after no pay hike since 2018, despite similar remuneration practices observed in other municipalities.

editor April 20, 2026

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Forestburg council renews recreation tax

The Village of Forestburg renewed its special recreation tax at the March 19 council meeting, maintaining the rate at $230 per improved property. This annual tax aids in funding community recreation, amid plans for significant swimming pool improvements. Councillors also approved increases in certain fees to enhance cost recovery for local services.

editor April 2, 2026

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Former Forestburg teen missing since mid-February

Red Deer RCMP issued a missing person notice for Talon Horton, 16, who has been missing since February 16. The case has been escalated to a Child Search Alert due to concerns for her well-being. Horton, previously missing three times in 2025, is 5’5” and approximately 100 pounds with black hair.

editor March 26, 2026