Alcohol excise tax increase
It’s March 1 and one month from now your taxes are going up again thanks to this government. In 2017, the Liberal government included in their budget a provision to… Read More »
Legion to host a new open mic event
A local community group is hosting a new open mic event at the Strathmore Legion, which will be open to anyone wishing to come out and perform. The group, In… Read More »
Helping families through tough times
Hello Chestermere-Strathmore readers. I wanted to share a personal story with you this week. As with all families, we go through our ups and downs, and I find myself in… Read More »
Westmount School resumes pre-pandemic school production
Following a three-year hiatus, Westmount School was finally able to bring back their annual drama production, resuming their rendition of Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax. Sarah Rommens, a teacher at Westmount… Read More »
Town to host public hearing for affordable housing
The Town of Strathmore will soon be hosting a public hearing regarding the potential land use redesignation of 9 Bayside Place. As initially discussed during the Feb. 15 regular meeting… Read More »
Badlands Search and Rescue seeking new recruits
Badlands Search and Rescue are once again hosting spring recruiting sessions for those potentially interested in becoming a volunteer. Founder and President, Scott Campbell, said the sessions will be an… Read More »
Town encouraging physical activity for heart month
The Town of Strathmore is encouraging residents to get active and improve cardiovascular health in the spirit of February’s Health Month. “It is a challenge to encourage community members to… Read More »
DAHF requests financial aid to host fundraiser
The Drumheller Area Health Foundation (DAHF) is requesting financial aid from Wheatland County to help offset incurred costs to operate an upcoming fundraiser. A presentation was made to the Wheatland… Read More »
Legion starts Coffee and Comradeship
The Strathmore Legion hosted an event inviting Canadian Armed Forces and RCMP, current, retired, or allied, to come share their stories and rebuild a sense of local community on Feb.… Read More »
Strathmore resident wins voucher to fund family vacation
Strathmore resident Wendy Bell is off to plan a vacation for her family, after winning a $2,000 WestJet Voucher from Value Drug Mart. According to Strathmore Value Drug Mart Owner,… Read More »
Growing Alberta’s economy
Hello Chestermere-Strathmore readers. It has been a privilege to see our rural communities’ growth and contribution to Alberta’s economy’s diversification. The momentum is amazing, so I am sharing that our… Read More »