Sacred Heart Church celebrates Mardi Gras
The night before Ash Wednesday, which marked the beginning of Lent for the Catholic faith, the Sacred Heart Church hosted a pancake dinner at Holy Cross Collegiate to celebrate Mardi… Read More »
Shasta Seniors Living presents long-term care facility update to county
On Tuesday, Feb. 13, Doug Murphy, president and CEO of Shasta Seniors Living, presented to the Wheatland County Public Presentation Committee. The purpose of the presentation was to provide an… Read More »
Vault Cultural Collective hosts Kyle Brittain to speak about high-impact weather
Kyle Brittain, a freelance video journalist and storm chaser, gave a presentation at The Vault Cultural Collective, Feb. 16, about his adventures, and extreme weather events across Canada. His presentation… Read More »
Premier Smith to attend Surface Rights Society AGM
The Wheatland and Area Surface Rights Society will be hosting Alberta Premier Danielle Smith at their Annual General Meeting (AGM), March 5, beginning at 9 a.m. at the Standard Hall.… Read More »
Hospice Society provides update to County PPC
Joni McNeely, president of the Wheatland and Area Hospice Society, presented to the Wheatland County Public Presentation Committee, Feb. 13, regarding the progress of their ongoing build project. The facility,… Read More »
Library hosts assorted activities for reading week
The Strathmore Municipal Library hosted a variety of activities geared towards students during the annual Reading Week. The timing of Reading Week also coincided with Freedom to Read Week, which… Read More »
Carbon tax making life harder
Last week, the federal government announced that it is rebranding the carbon tax to the “Canada Carbon Rebate” with an increase set once again on April 1, 2024. For five… Read More »
Cardboard boat hit the pool
Armed with cardboard, duct tape and a few other odds and ends, the Crowther Memorial Junior High Grade 8 students constructed and raced cardboard boats at the Strathmore Civic Centre… Read More »
Library recognizes former board member’s 20 years of service
The Strathmore Municipal Library recognized Gary Jensen for his 20 years of service to the library while a part of its board of directors. A small event to celebrate his… Read More »
Golden Hills, Legacy Farm sign MoU
Golden Hills School Division and the Legacy Farm project have entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU), fostering collaboration to support agriculture innovation and education in the local community. Via… Read More »
Town amends animal trapping policy
Town of Strathmore council adopted an amended policy regarding animal trapping, neuter and spaying practices during the Feb. 7, regular meeting. The Animal Trapping, Neuter and Spay policy aims to… Read More »