Hospice project inching closer to a facility
Three years after fundraising efforts began for the creation of a local hospice facility, the Wheatland and Area Hospice Society (WAHS) has reached one-third of the necessary $3 million in… Read More »
Town meet and greet with area MP
Member of Parliament Martin Shields of the Bow River Constituency hosted a meet and greet on Sept. 11 to discuss ongoing and upcoming issues at the federal level. Joining him… Read More »
Ag excellence in Wheatland County
I was among those who boarded the bus on Aug. 23, to enjoy Wheatland County’s Agricultural Service Board tour of various agricultural facilities in the county. We started with an… Read More »
Gleichen RCMP arrest drug traffickers on Siksika Nation
Gleichen RCMP executed a search warrant at a suspected drug house on the Siksika Nation on Sept. 11. Arresting residents, investigation revealed that premise occupants were trafficking in nerve pain… Read More »
Field Stone puts best fruit forward
The award winning and locally owned and operated Field Stone Fruit Wines has delivered the goods once again after winning three gold medals and various other awards at three of… Read More »
Artist’s illness a blessing in disguise
Rosebud visual artist Tal Marsolais found unexpected blessing in a debilitating illness. Three years ago, Marsolais was a student at Rosebud School of the Arts, pursuing a theatrical career. But… Read More »
15th annual Tri-Diva a success
The weather has simply not cooperated with local triathlons this year. But that was no reason to cancel the 15th annual Tri-Diva Triathlon. With a light dusting of snow in… Read More »
Hope Bridges fundraises to keep programs alive
Despite fewer approved grant applications and a decline in donations, Hope Bridges Society is forging ahead with fall programming determined to focus on quality over quantity to keep serving the… Read More »
Tim Hortons spreads smiles
Local Tim Hortons locations are stepping up their decorating skills to raise funds for a local non-profit organization during this year’s annual Smile Cookie campaign. For the second year in… Read More »
SHS pillars add three new faces to legacy project
Strathmore High School (SHS) is kicking off its school year with some inspiration by recognizing three successful former graduates with its alumni legacy project. Nine plaques are currently mounted on… Read More »
Low response rates for town’s citizen survey
The Town of Strathmore citizen survey conducted earlier this year was presented to Strathmore town council during their regular council meeting on Sept. 5. The survey was available via an… Read More »