Giving back to the community
To celebrate the season of Lent, the students at Holy Cross Collegiate (HCC) held their annual two Lenten charity campaigns. The activities began on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 22, and concluded… Read More »
Library hosts family event in advance of Mother’s Day
The Strathmore Municipal Library hosted a Mother’s Day program for families to attend, consisting of planting seeds and decorating plant pots. Taking place May 5 in the program room, the… Read More »
Wandering Off
The band The Wandering Off features two former Strathmore students, Emily (Bolinger) Corner and Kyle Corner, who released their self-titled debut album on March 31. The couple has been together… Read More »
Town begins e-scooter discussions
Strathmore Town Council is considering the viability of introducing e-scooters around town, as discussions began during the May 3 regular meeting of council. Shared electric vehicle company, Bird Canada, presented… Read More »
Jeff Grimsdale to take over as GHSD Superintendent
Jeff Grimsdale has been appointed the new superintendent for the Golden Hills School Division (GHSD) following the retirement of Bevan Daverne. Grimsdale has more than two decades of service in… Read More »
Andrea Holowka to be new CTR Superintendent of Schools
Christ the Redeemer School Division (CTR) has appointed Andrea Holowka to replace Dr. Scott Morrison as Superintendent of Schools following his retirement. Holowka is stepping into the role with 28… Read More »
Homelessness increases in Strathmore
The Wheatland Crisis Society (WCS) and Strathmore Overnight Shelter are reporting significantly increased numbers in the local homeless population and clients, respectively, from last year. Per a document released by… Read More »
Town, fire department host open house for Emergency Preparedness Week
In recognition of Emergency Preparedness Week, the Town of Strathmore and Strathmore Fire Department hosted an open house at the local fire hall on May 7. The event was free… Read More »
Sixth annual HIS golf tournament scheduled this summer
The HIS Building 6th annual charity golf tournament is returning this summer, continuing their efforts to raise money for the soon-to-be Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Tournament Coordinator Wendy Cey said… Read More »
Siksika, Alberta sign letter of intent regarding self-administered police service
Siksika Nation Chief Ouray Crowfoot and the Public Safety Task Force have signed a letter of intent with the Government of Alberta regarding the establishment of a self-administered police service.… Read More »
Strathmore cosplayer returns to Masters of Cosplay qualifier
The Calgary Comic and Entertainment Expo (Calgary Expo) returned over the weekend, and with it, the Masters of Cosplay Qualifier contest. Autumn Desjardins, a cosplay artist originally hailing from Strathmore,… Read More »