Meet the candidates – Election 2021 – Strathmore
With the municipal election coming up on Oct. 18, we asked the Strathmore council and mayor candidates to include a bio and answer: why are you running for the upcoming… Read More »
Connect First Credit Union continued sponsor of Birth Forest
Communities in Bloom commissioned a painting from a local artist to give to Connect First Credit Union as a way to show their appreciation for the company’s support of the… Read More »
Chamber hosts forum for county council candidates
Candidates seeking election into Wheatland County Council were invited to talk about various issues and their priorities during a forum hosted at the Wheatland County Administration Office on Oct. 7. … Read More »
Rosebud Theatre reopens with generosity and gratitude
After nearly two years since their last performance, Rosebud Theatre reopens with two dinner theatre shows this fall. Tomatoes Nearly Killed Me But Banjos Saved My Life, a one-man show… Read More »
Municipal election candidates talk local issues in online public forum
Local candidates vying for seats on Strathmore’s municipal council, as well as the mayoral seat for the upcoming term, were invited to address the public during an online forum hosted… Read More »
CTR schools begin to address widespread student wellness issues
Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools have released that one third of students within the division have indicated experiencing wellness issues in some capacity. In the same release, the school division… Read More »
Local author seeks crowd support for launch of second children’s book
A local author is launching his second children’s picture book on the popular crowdfunding platform, Kickstarter, in an effort to broaden his audience. Andrew “Rew” Jones, who operates Checkered Owl… Read More »
Strathmore welcomes new police detachment commander, introduced to county council
Strathmore’s police department has a new detachment commander and “in brief,” he’s a man who knows his priorities. Staff Sgt. Mark Wielgosz transferred to Strathmore roughly three months ago and… Read More »
Town hosts ceremony on Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Recognizing the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the Town of Strathmore hosted a ceremony and a walk around Kinsmen Park. The ceremony was held for the victims of residential… Read More »
Hospice Society harvests crop from donated land
Wheatland and Area Hospice Society (WAHS) harvested their “Farming for Hospice” fundraiser crop on Sept. 29 after a less-than-agreeable growing season. “We’ve entered into an agreement with Nutrien to plant… Read More »
Calgary Food Bank surging with produce following Eagle Lake harvest
Thousands of pounds of vegetables will be distributed to Albertans in need thanks to the efforts of a group of volunteers and a local business that donated the space to… Read More »