Summer fun
Hello Bow River constituents! In the summer months when the House of Commons isn’t sitting, I have the opportunity to travel across the riding to visit with constituents, attend events… Read More »
Strathmore Stampede a Success
Though it didn’t quite go off without a hitch, CEO and GM of the Strathmore and District Agricultural Society Ryan Schmidt said this year’s Strathmore Stampede is certainly one to… Read More »
Running With the Bulls crowns two new champions
The Strathmore Stampede has awarded two more adrenaline junkies with belt buckles and the $1,000 bounty for winning the annual Running With the Bulls. Saturday’s winner, 19-year-old Kurtis Seeley, who… Read More »
Stellar racing leads Bensmiller to Strathmore Stampede show title
Kurt Bensmiller knows what it takes to win, but up until the Strathmore Stampede, the 39-year-old reinsman from Dewberry, Alta., had yet to experience victory on the World Professional Chuckwagon… Read More »
Bull rider Hansen saves best for last at Strathmore Stampede rodeo
The third time was a charm for Jordan Hansen who had to get on not one … not two … but three bulls on Monday before being crowned champion of… Read More »
Shields, Aheer host seventh annual hot dog fundraiser
Immediately following the Strathmore Stampede parade, Bow River MP Martin Shields on July 30, and Chestermere-Strathmore MLA Leela Aheer once again hosted their annual hot dog fundraiser. This year’s event… Read More »
Local athlete headed to Brazil for World Cup
Strathmore’s Aliera Chernoff is set to attend the World Youth Reigning Cup in Brazil later this summer and is seeking community support to help get her there and back. Chernoff… Read More »
Strathmore Thunder takes Provincial gold
The Strathmore Thunder U17B fastpitch team took home gold at their provincial tournament that took place over the weekend of July 22. Coach Tom Clooney said the season was hard-won… Read More »
ASET offering employment certification for incoming refugees
The Association of Science and Engineering Technology Professionals of Alberta (ASET) has announced the organization is now waiving fees for refugees to become members and attain their designations. These fees… Read More »
Local communities host big events
Hello Chestermere-Strathmore. This weekend we will be attending the Chestermere MADE Outdoor Festival, where foodies and artisans come together to feed both your tummy and soul. The Outdoor Festival is… Read More »
Siksika Nation aims to establish local police service
Siksika Nation and the Province of Alberta have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the intention to establish a new Indigenous police service. Should the new force see establishment,… Read More »