Barry Kerton

Barry Kerton is the editor of the Barrhead Leader. He joined the publication in 2014. His main beats include the Barrhead municipal councils. However, he also covers sports, court, and Pembina Hills School Division when the need arises.

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Recent Work by Barry

Westlock man awaits sentencing

Accused pleaded guilty to assault in domestic violence incident

Apr 29, 2024 9:01 AM Read more >

Barrhead Swim Club ends season with a big splash

Swimmers shave over 15 minutes off their previous personal best times at swim meet in Edson

Apr 29, 2024 6:12 AM Read more >

Barrhead Orioles swinging for the NACBL playoffs

North Central Alberta Baseball League gearing up for its 57th consecutive season

Apr 28, 2024 5:11 PM Read more >

Barrhead man pleads guilty to criminal harassement

Inappropriate workplace conduct leads two women to file complaints with RCMP

Apr 28, 2024 9:07 AM Read more >

County of Barrhead council approves final 2024 budgets

Capital budget sees increase of $1.1 million from interim budget

Apr 27, 2024 9:00 AM Read more >

Little left in community policy grant funding pool

County of Barrhead council approves $7,000 in community policy grant funding

Apr 26, 2024 5:00 PM Read more >

Honouring Barrhead’s volunteers

Past long-time service award winner talks about the importance of modelling volunteerism to new generations

Apr 25, 2024 1:00 PM Read more >

Barrhead 2024 volunteer award winners

Apr 25, 2024 12:51 PM Read more >

County of Barrhead to hold back historical society funding

Councillors to suggest the Town of Barrhead do the same

Apr 24, 2024 6:15 AM Read more >

Fort Assiniboine Legion denied tax exempt status

Woodlands County councillors say discussion better suited for tax policy committee

Apr 23, 2024 1:00 PM Read more >

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