Website shows oil well history
A website has launched to provide information about oil and gas wells throughout North America, allowing landowners to check the history and status of wells in and around their properties.… Read More »
Having faith
Why do you get up every day? This is a philosophical question and an honest question. The answers will be as unique as your fingerprint and will change from day… Read More »
Town naturalizing some green spaces
The Strathmore parks department will help nature take over some select green spaces in town, a strategy it says offers a range of benefits. During the March 3 town council… Read More »
Local music teacher wins provincial honour
A local music teacher received a provincial award for her work instructing and promoting music for over 41 years. Carolyn Steeves received the Choir Alberta 2020 Award of Distinction, The… Read More »
Town councillor investigation proceeding
Strathmore town council formalized an investigation into the alleged conduct of Councillor Denise Peterson by approving the hiring of a firm to conduct a third-party review. Councillor Jason Montgomery raised… Read More »
Sign program for safer driving approved
Strathmore drivers will be reminded of safe approaches when travelling through town, with the continuation of a traffic safety slogan campaign. On March 3, Strathmore town council approved funding for… Read More »
Wheatland urges province to lift lockdown
Wheatland County is sending a letter to provincial Premier Jason Kenney and Alberta’s cabinet ministers, requesting a more immediate easing of COVID-19 public health restrictions. The letter may be found… Read More »
Performing Arts Festival goes virtual
The Strathmore Performing Arts Festival will be held virtually this year, but the talent will be as impressive as ever. This year’s performances will be submitted as videos because of… Read More »
Gleichen RCMP dismantle drug trafficking operation
Six people were arrested on Siksika Nation and are facing multiple offences, following an investigation by Gleichen RCMP. Mitchell Kirby Oldwoman (28), Tyesha Shanice Wells (22) and Everett Stewart Oldwoman… Read More »
County approves solar farm
Wheatland County council has approved a new solar farm, in a reversal of a previous decision. The proposed 20.1-megawatt commercial solar facility, called the East Strathmore Solar Farm, is sited… Read More »
Rockyford family honoured with farm award
A local family with deep ties to the Rockyford area is being honoured for best representing the values of the family farm within their rural community. Gordon and Darlene Koester… Read More »