Local communities host big events
Hello Chestermere-Strathmore. This weekend we will be attending the Chestermere MADE Outdoor Festival, where foodies and artisans come together to feed both your tummy and soul. The Outdoor Festival isRead More »
Siksika Nation aims to establish local police service
Siksika Nation and the Province of Alberta have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the intention to establish a new Indigenous police service. Should the new force see establishment,Read More »
Second man sentenced in death of Kristian Ayoungman
Brandon Giffen, who is the second man to be convicted in the death of Kristian Ayoungman, has been sentenced. He will serve another six and a half years in prisonRead More »
Town aids Medicine Hat after storm
The Town of Strathmore has donated $2,500 to aid Medicine Hat and Cypress County in their recovery efforts following damage caused by adverse weather conditions. According to a release, theRead More »
Siksika Nation launches free information app
Siksika Nation, in partnership with Aivia Inc., developed a custom mobile app to keep nation members connected and up to date with their community. The app is designed to allowRead More »
Town to address MoA with The Vault Cultural Collective
The Town of Strathmore has waived some of The Vault Cultural Collective’s expenses until the end of the year and council has directed administration to take another look at theirRead More »
Strathmore Fire Department approved to buy water rescue equipment
The Strathmore Fire Department (SFD) has been approved by the Town of Strathmore to purchase some greatly needed water rescue equipment, following a presentation to town council on July 20.Read More »
NCC hosting third annual Backyard BioBlitz
The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is encouraging people to go out and about to find and photograph local species in their areas. The event, scheduled for the end ofRead More »
Helping Alberta’s energy industry
Hello Chestermere-Strathmore readers. Alberta has an incredible opportunity to create a multiplier effect in our oil and gas sector by creating a liaison office in Ottawa and Quebec to helpRead More »
Calgary Stampede, BMO recognize Konschuh family
During the Calgary Stampede, the Konschuh family was honoured as one of 19 families recognized by the Calgary Stampede and BMO at this year’s Farm Family Awards. The chosen familiesRead More »
Marjorie Hembroff art on display in library
Marjorie Hembroff is displaying her artwork at the Strathmore Municipal Library as the July artist for the in-house gallery. Hembroff said she has been interested in arts from a youngRead More »