Impacts of COVID-19
Hello Chestermere-Strathmore. I hope you had a wonderful long weekend. I had a lovely time with many of you out on the pathways, especially at the dog park where thereRead More »
Author: Staff Writer
COVID Update
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to unfold, I just wanted to provide a quick update on what’s been happening in federal politics, and how my Opposition colleagues and I areRead More »
Charity animal auctions support local causes
Alberta’s 4-H members are setting an example for leadership and adaptability in Alberta. COVID-19 restrictions on public gatherings mean they’re doing annual project Achievement events differently. By moving sales online,Read More »
KREMER, Dirkje Maria “Diane”
KREMER, Dirkje Maria “Diane” October 6, 1937 – May 16, 2020 On Saturday, May 16, 2020, Diane Kremer resident of Strathmore, Alberta passed away peacefully at the age of 82 years. DianeRead More »
MITZNER, Christine Georgia (Johnson)
Mitzner, Christine Georgia (Johnson) On Saturday, May 9, 2020, Christine Georgia Mitzner (Johnson), 87, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by the love of family. Christine was born onRead More »
PORTAIL, Jean-Francois “John”
PORTAIL, Jean-Francois “John” August 12, 1945 – May 16, 2020 It is with great sadness that the family and friends of Jean-François Portail, better known as John Portail, announce his passing afterRead More »
Farmers, ranchers disappointed with COVID-19 funding
New federal spending measures were announced last week to help labour and supply disruptions in Canada’s agricultural sector. But those in the beef sector in particular say the money fallsRead More »
Update on student learning and school re-entry engagement
While teacher-directed at-home learning continues for the remainder of the 2019-20 school year, the province is engaging the education system on a re-entry plan. With in-person classes cancelled, teachers continueRead More »
Town and county approve tax deferments
There is a bit more time this year to pay property taxes in Strathmore and Wheatland County. Tax deferment bylaws were passed by the councils of Wheatland County and theRead More »
Park pavilion improvements coming
Strathmore’s outdoor pavilion in Kinsmen Park, which houses the town’s farmers market, will be getting improvements so the structure can better serve the community through all types of weather. OnRead More »
Crime down, but mental health calls rise
Crime was lower in Strathmore during the first three months of the year, but the RCMP detachment is now responding to more mental health calls. At the regular Strathmore townRead More »