Wheatland County celebrates 65 years
This year, Wheatland County celebrates its 65th year as a municipal district, and the Strathmore Times recognizes this milestone. On Jan. 1, 1955, Improvement District No. 41, part of ImprovementRead More »
This year, Wheatland County celebrates its 65th year as a municipal district, and the Strathmore Times recognizes this milestone. On Jan. 1, 1955, Improvement District No. 41, part of ImprovementRead More »
Wheatland County’s namesake is noticeably tied to its vast fields of grains. While these crops will remain central to the county’s economy and culture, the way they are grown isRead More »
While the way of life in Wheatland County is changing, some are keeping connected to its history by examining old newspapers providing snapshots of the past. Tom MacPhail, a residentRead More »
The hamlet of Gleichen has a rich history and the landmarks to prove it. Predating the birth of the province, it was founded in 1884 and incorporated as a villageRead More »
Wheatland County is working to decommission the site of the former school in Gleichen, including the removal of playground equipment that is potentially dangerous. The Central Bow Valley School inRead More »
Strathmore’s Traffic Advisory Committee continues to work to make the town’s roads safer and more efficient. During the town council meeting on Oct. 22, Councillor Bob Sobol, committee chair, deliveredRead More »
Wheatland Housing Management Board’s new seniors living facility could feature an innovative floorplan providing residents with unique neighbourhoods in which to reside. The five-part engagement program conducted by Berry ArchitectureRead More »
I am so excited to see pumpkins and jack-o-lanterns appearing as we head towards our first COVID Halloween, making things scarier than usual. I know you have heard it aRead More »
TURNBULL, Robert Alan “Al” July 28, 1943 – October 21, 2020 Alan passed away in Rocky View Hospital on October 21, 2020. Alan is survived by his loving wife of 55Read More »
Unionized front-line hospital workers staged a wildcat strike at the Strathmore Hospital on Monday. According to the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE), its hospital worker members walked off theRead More »