Author: Staff Writer

NIELSEN, Swen Erik

NIELSEN, Swen Erik Swen Erik “Rick” Nielsen was born on September 22, 1935 at the family farm. While growing up in Standard, AB he was very active in a variety… Read More »

Cole, Gwen (nee Clarke)

Cole, Gwen(nee Clarke) November 6, 1919 – December 18, 2017 Funeral Services, Saturday, July 7, 2018 at 11:00 am at TOMPKINS COMMUNITY CENTRE, Tompkins, Sask. Join Gwen’s family and friends… Read More »

Music festival one step closer

Members of Strathmore’s music scene met to discuss whether they would put on a Strathmore music festival in the spring of 2019. “I think it will help weigh the calibre… Read More »

Cannabis concerns voiced

Wheatland Family and Community Support Services (WFCSS) hosted a series of discussions within Wheatland County and Strathmore in May and June to allow residents the opportunity to voice their concerns… Read More »

Elder abuse comes in many forms

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day was recognized June 15, pointing to abuse issues that affect many seniors in Alberta. “Elder abuse is a serious issue that impacts many Albertans and… Read More »

Re-designation quandaries

Some Wheatland County landowners are scratching their heads about the common-sense rules of land use employed by the county, used to protect agriculture land. Tony Gregoff came before Wheatland County… Read More »

When a barn is more than a barn

Howard Roppel is fixing up his barn. Not just any barn, but a 70-year-old hip-roof barn. Roppel looked for Wheatland County support to designate the barn as a municipal historic… Read More »

Good Place to Start

Local country artist Drew Gregory hit the stage rocking as he released his sixth studio album on June 15 to accompany a CD release party at Railyard Brewing in Calgary.… Read More »