Explore area farms at Open Farm Days
A couple of local farms are opening their operations to Albertan’s this weekend, as part of the province’s Open Farm Days events taking place across the province. On Aug. 15Read More »
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More funding coming for area shelter
New provincial funding will help the Strathmore Overnight Shelter continue to expand its usual support to help people experiencing homelessness during the ongoing pandemic. On Aug. 5, the provincial governmentRead More »
Preparing for back to school
Hello Chestermere-Strathmore: I would first like to take a moment to thank Chestermere council – and specifically Councillor Ritesh Narayan – for their love and compassion for the family ofRead More »
WHITE, David Michael
WHITE, David Michael May 5, 1971 – July 25, 2020 His family is devastated to announce the sudden passing of David White in Moose Jaw, SK. where he had beenRead More »
MOTLEY, Muriel Doreen
MOTLEY,Muriel Doreen 1926 – 2020 With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Muriel Doreen Motley, of Acme, AB, the evening of Wednesday, August 5, 2020, at the age ofRead More »
HOLM NIELSEN, Sharon Jean
HOLM NIELSEN, Sharon Jean Feb. 6, 1942 ~ Aug. 5, 2020 Sharon Jean Holm, beloved wife of the late Roy Holm of Calgary, passed away peacefully at the Prince of PeaceRead More »
Wildrose Independence Party holds meeting in county
Members of a newly formed political party met in Wheatland County to discuss plans for the province to gain more independence from the federal government. Paul Hinman, the interim leaderRead More »
Namaka Farms awarded research grant
A local feedlot and farm operation has received a grant to conduct research into how to cost-effectively find and treat sick animals, while also minimizing antibiotic resistance. Namaka Farms wasRead More »
Local man faces multiple attempted murder charges
A Wheatland County man is facing multiple charges, including two counts of attempted murder, following an altercation that left two people injured. Jesse Lane Roberts, aged 24, has been chargedRead More »
Stimulus funding available for local municipalities
Strathmore, Wheatland County and area villages are now eligible for funding from the province to help with projects. The Alberta government’s municipal stimulus program (MSP) is aimed at providing fundingRead More »