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Coutts Home Hardware celebrating 100 years this week

Bob Coutts, owner of Coutts Home Hardware in Forestburg, is preparing to celebrate the store's 100th anniversary from June 11 to 13. Established by his grandfather in 1926, the store has thrived due to loyal customers and community support. The celebration will feature sales, door prizes, and donations to local funds.

editor June 10, 2026

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Forestburg council approves 2.5 per cent overall tax hike

The Forestburg council approved a 2.5 percent municipal tax hike amid budget pressures at their May 21 meeting. Chief Administrative Officer Dwight Dibben indicated rising costs and diminishing provincial support necessitated the increase. Despite concerns over property assessments and minimum tax rates, the council passed the new tax bylaw, with one councillor opposing it.

editor May 29, 2026

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Forestburg council settles on half of historical society request

The Forestburg village council approved funding for the Forestburg Historical Society, granting half of the requested $11,026.36 to support summer staff positions. Councillors debated budget constraints and the society's previous lack of funding requests, ultimately passing the motion with a 4-1 vote against a proposed lower amount.

editor May 27, 2026

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Forestburg FRESS Station receives new fire truck and revives an old tradition

Forestburg's FRESS station has appointed Doug Brown as Chief and Chad Kuefler as Captain. They revived a tradition by allowing community members, including Mayor Dwayne Giroux, to push a newly received rescue unit into the station, symbolizing teamwork and community involvement while honoring the history of firefighting.

editor May 27, 2026

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Forestburg Class of 2026 celebrates in style – the May 13 ‘Press is out now!

The latest edition of local paper is out in the mail, on newsstands, on Local Ink (click here), and on Patreon now (click here). Want to enjoy a bonus picture page of… continued

editor May 13, 2026

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Forestburg council wants clarity over Alberta’s ‘Bill 28’

The Village of Forestburg council unanimously decided to send a letter of concern to the Government of Alberta regarding Bill 28, which proposes new regulations for public libraries. Councillors fear libraries lack resources to implement the changes, potentially burdening staff and raising privacy issues, amidst uncertainty about the bill's impact.

editor May 11, 2026

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Forestburg council approves 2026 capital plan at April meeting

The Village of Forestburg council approved its 2026 capital plan during the April 9 meeting, focusing on infrastructure projects including the 47 Ave. W work. Councillors discussed funding challenges, a recent water main break, and inflation risks affecting costs. / Forestburg Newspaper

editor April 23, 2026

Alberta News Local News News

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