Silver Sharks swim team looking forward to new season
Like every other sports team in the area, the Strathmore Silver Sharks swim club’s 2019-20 season was abruptly ended earlier this year. But the team is looking forward to a… Read More »
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CARLSON, Ida Johanna (Joy)
CARLSON, Ida Johanna (Joy) September 13, 1939 – July 9, 2020 Ida Johanna (Joy) Carlson passed away on July 9, 2020 at the age of 80 years. Joy was born on September… Read More »
International student program: different origins, shared opportunities
It was an interesting year for Golden Hills Schools Division’s International program. A total of 140 students from 19 countries attended five schools in Strathmore and area in 2019-20, but… Read More »
Rosebud plants for the future
Thanks to a collaboration between Wheatland County, Rosebud Lions Club, Rosebud Community Enhancement Society and Rosebud community members, Rosebud is being adorned with flower planters and will add mature trees… Read More »
Remembering our roots ~ Rockyford Friendship Centre
In February 1972, a group of women got together to discuss the organization of a club for senior citizens in Rockyford. This group eventually became the backbone of the club,… Read More »
Siksika establishes curfew to curb COVID-19 spread
In response to the ongoing outbreak of COVID-19, a curfew has been instated on Siksika Nation. The first case of COVID-19 on Siksika Nation was reported on June 11. The… Read More »
Strathmore RCMP to increase in number
The Strathmore RCMP detachment has been earmarked for funding to fill one new officer position, as part of the province’s 2020-21 police funding model for the Alberta RCMP. Currently, the… Read More »
Library reopening in phases
The Strathmore Municipal Library is reopening one chapter at a time. The library’s three-phase reopening following shutdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic is underway. Phase 1 of the reopening started… Read More »
New grant to help businesses relaunch
The province is providing a new grant to offer financial assistance to job creators hurt by the COVID-19 pandemic. The small and medium enterprise relaunch grant provides funding to Alberta… Read More »
AA is here to help
Some Canadians are finding themselves consuming more alcohol as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic – but supports are available for those whose drinking is becoming a problem. In a… Read More »
RCMP locate two missing teens
Two Strathmore teenagers, previously reported as missing, have both been located and are safe. Sierra Black Kettle, 15, was reported missing on March 11 after having last been seen in… Read More »