Homelessness a reality in Strathmore and area
Across Canada, it is estimated that in rural and remote areas, there are approximately 70,000 to 100,000 homeless people. And some of those homeless people are right here in the… Read More »
First annual SPAF to empower young musicians
Strathmore Performing Arts Festival, set to open its inaugural festival March 29, will influence more than 600 children and youth from Strathmore and area. “We have over 210 entries, and… Read More »
Warriors take league championship
It was a battle between the Top 2 teams in the league and the Wheatland Warriors prevailed in a two-game sweep of the West Central Tigers in the bantam AA… Read More »
Sharks send seven to provincial championships
The Strathmore Silver Sharks Swim team found a lot of success in Calgary March 1-3. The Sharks were led by 15-year-old Megan Mertz, who captured gold in the 100 metre… Read More »
Local cheerleading squad heads to nationals
The Matrix Cheer All-stars Platinum Elite cheerleading squad is off to the Cheer Evolution National Championships in Niagara Falls April 5-7. The competition will feature 360 teams from Canada and… Read More »
U16B end year with silver medal at provincials
The Strathmore U16B Ice took home the silver medal at the Alberta Ringette Provincials in Westlock on March 10 after losing a heartbreaker 10-6 to the Lethbridge Rattlers. The Ice… Read More »
Junior Lifeguard Club teaches water safety confidence
Project H.O.P.E. is gearing up to host its annual fundraiser gThe Strathmore Centennial Aquatic Centre has been offering swimming activities and youth swimming training to residents for 17 years. Lesser… Read More »
Junior Achievement offers World of Choices workshop
World of Choices, an interactive leadership and career workshop for young people in southern Alberta, will be held in Strathmore on April 10. Hosted by Junior Achievement, with support from… Read More »
New mission statement at SHS gives purpose to students’ education
“We Care.” Here at Strathmore High School (SHS), that is not only our motto, but also the foundation of our community. It is also the perfect basis for a mission… Read More »
Western Irrigation District Memories – Tony and Anne Heuver
Tony’s and Anne’s families originated in Holland, where they were both born and attended school. Tony studied horticulture and Anne studied home economics. In 1959, Tony came to Alberta to… Read More »
Arts on 817 welcomes Arrogant Worms in concert
Arts on 817 will host a concert by The Arrogant Worms on Friday, March 22 at 7:30 p.m. at Strathmore United Church. The Arrogant Worms is a Canadian group, and… Read More »