Learning about past abuse via ‘Clare’s Law’
A new law allowing people to check if their partner has a history of domestic violence has come into effect in Alberta. The Disclosure to Protect Against Domestic Violence (Clare’s… Read More »
Town seeking new CAO
The Town of Strathmore has begun a search for a new, permanent chief administrative officer (CAO). The search for candidates is expected to take about three months and will cost… Read More »
Sikh Heritage Month
Happy Sikh Heritage Month! I am so honoured to mark this month as we reflect on the amazing contributions people of Sikh heritage have made to our beautiful province and… Read More »
Train whistles could stop in Carseland
Carseland could become quieter, as Wheatland County is considering having Canadian Pacific Railway stop its trains from blowing whistles when approaching the railroad crossing there. The single-track crossing is located… Read More »
Local quilter’s guild supports mental health
A group of local quilters is helping support mental health by creating and donating quilts to the Blankets of Love Foundation for Mental Health. Members of the Wheatland Quilters Guild… Read More »
Province testing app for opioid users
The province is testing a new app that could help first responders respond to life-threatening opioid overdoses and save more lives. The Digital Overdose Response System (DORS) smartphone app is… Read More »
Community supports fire victims
Several locals are still reeling from the fire last week that engulfed their homes at Strathmore Highway Camping, but they are doing better because of help from the community. Fire… Read More »
County councillors allegedly breach “code of conduct”
Three Wheatland County councillors appear to have been found in breach of the council’s code of conduct, but details are obstructed because the issue appeared in closed sessions. The conduct… Read More »
Lions Club online auction set to go
The Strathmore Lions Club is holding its 34th annual auction online to secure funding for community projects. Normally the Lions hold a live auction at the Strathmore Civic Centre. But… Read More »
New odour control at EarthRenew
While some rural residents are opposed to the restart of EarthRenew, a manure-to-fertilizer plant in Wheatland County, the facility will be different from the last time it ran, according to… Read More »
GHSD “cautiously optimistic” on budget
A month after the 2021 provincial budget was announced, Golden Hills School Division (GHSD) is “cautiously optimistic” about next year’s education funding. Highlights of how it appears the province is… Read More »