New program funds job creation
The province has announced a new jobs program to help businesses challenged by the current economy to hire new workers. The Alberta Jobs Now program will provide $370 million to… Read More »
Alberta Young Speakers for Agriculture to hold virtual competition
Youth from across the province will once again be speaking up about agriculture virtually this summer. The Alberta Young Speakers of Agriculture (AYSA) board has decided to hold its annual… Read More »
Dismantling racism
Anti-racism is freedom. It has been interesting reading comments on my Facebook and towards others who work in the field of anti-racism. I have written many times about my own… Read More »
New seniors’ lodge design pays tribute to history
A design concept for a new seniors’ housing facility in Strathmore has drawn mainly positive responses, following an online information session. The new multi-story facility, proposed to replace Wheatland Lodge,… Read More »
New community garden sprouting up
Strathmore residents will have a new opportunity to develop their green thumbs, as Strathmore Communities in Bloom is developing plans for a new community garden next to Lambert Centre. The… Read More »
Community works together to fix water leak
When Rockyford’s water supply was disrupted by a leak in the distribution system, a group of locals rolled up their sleeves and worked together to fix the problem. The leak… Read More »
Strathmore CIB launches yard recognition program
Strathmore Communities in Bloom has been working behind the scenes over the winter to create a program that will celebrate, recognize and encourage Strathmore residents in their efforts to care… Read More »
New chamber directors bring new perspectives
The Strathmore Wheatland Chamber of Commerce (SWCC) has added new directors who will be working to help drive business, from Strathmore’s downtown to neighbouring communities throughout the county. The chamber… Read More »
Councillor investigation report to be released
The results of an investigation into a Strathmore town councillor’s alleged breach of the town’s councillor code of conduct will be made public in the near future. Councillor Denise Peterson… Read More »
Strathmore Times top contender for newspaper awards
The Strathmore Times has been announced as a finalist in two categories in this year’s Alberta Weekly Newspapers Association (AWNA) 2020 awards. The Times is a finalist in the 2020… Read More »
Food trucks causing division
Food trucks hosted by the Strathmore and District Agricultural Society is helping the society during its time of lost revenue because of COVID-19 restrictions – but it’s also causing dissent.… Read More »