Pipe problems in Family Centre
A monkey wrench has been thrown into the plans for hockey evaluations around Wheatland County. A leak in one of the lines used to cool the cement for the gold… Read More »
Strathmore Language Group returns this month
One woman’s desire to familiarize herself with her heritage and learn the German language prompted the creation of the Strathmore Language Group that continues to grow in popularity and gain… Read More »
Stand up to bullying
I remember when I was a kid, there was the old saying: “Sticks and stones can break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” I remember it being used… Read More »
Bow Valley College provides a step up for entrepreneurs
A recent survey revealed Strathmore and area to consist of large mature business communities, creating a gap for start-ups. As a result, Bow Valley College is expanding its influence beyond… Read More »
Expansion in sight for local crisis shelter
The lack of affordable housing in rural communities has translated to longer stays for families at the Wheatland Crisis Society this summer, forcing staff to turn away hundreds of family… Read More »
Heat blaze new trail with Foster
Kyle Foster is ready for a new challenge. The Strathmore product recently made the annual trip from his hometown to the University of British Columbia’s Okanagan (UBCO) Campus in Kelowna… Read More »
WAA hockey camp wraps up with Red and White game
After coming a few wins away from capturing the South Central Alberta Hockey League (SCAHL) title last season, the Wheatland Athletic Association bantam Warriors are back at work trying to… Read More »
Kings eyeing up 2018-19 Heritage Junior Hockey League schedule
The Strathmore Wheatland Kings are ready for the 10th season in franchise history whether or not they have a home rink. With new members behind the bench and a roster… Read More »
Local college student wins first prize for research project
Jack Vergouwen is busy packing his bags and heading to New Zealand for a four-month-long directed field study, but that isn’t the only highlight this year for the Olds College… Read More »
Strathmore full steam ahead with local alert program
Canada’s recent weather events and natural disasters have played a cataclysmic role in spurring the creation of Strathmore’s first local notification system. Discussions for Strathmore Alerts – a communication tool… Read More »
Blue-green algae returns
Lakes across the province, including Eagle Lake located near Strathmore, have been spotted bearing patches of blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) bloom. According to a media advisory issued by Alberta Health Services,… Read More »