Local farm family honoured
The Sammons family, who have farmed in the Gleichen area for more than a century, have been named one of this year’s BMO Farm Family Award winners. For the family,Read More »
County solar array estimated to recover costs by 2043
The return on Wheatland County’s investment into a solar array atop the administration building will take slightly longer than originally anticipated to pay off. A report was brought forward, Sept.Read More »
County calls for more transparency regarding ongoing Wheatland Lodge project
Wheatland County council is seeking more information and clarity from the Wheatland Housing Management Board (WHMB) regarding the ongoing Wheatland Lodge project. A motion was passed by council during theRead More »
County MPC divided over subdivision application
The Wheatland County Municipal Planning Commission has approved a subdivision application to divide agricultural lands proposed for further development. The proposed application sparked debate amongst committee members following its presentationRead More »
Government steps up
Every Albertan knows that life has become more expensive. Families are watching grocery bills climb, parents are helping their kids with rising costs, and students are making tough choices asRead More »
Strathmore considering expansion of snow removal services
The Town of Strathmore is considering the expansion of local snow removal and mitigation services to include Hillcrest Boulevard in the 2026 budget. Coun. Brent Wiley, who made the motionRead More »
Town hosts open house for land annexation application
The Town of Strathmore is looking to expand its borders by annexing a chunk of land from Wheatland County. An open house was hosted last month at the town municipalRead More »
County discussing updated fire, emergency services bylaw
Wheatland County council is addressing gaps within its current fire and emergency services bylaw, working to better service the local community. First reading of a new fire and emergency servicesRead More »
County debating utility rate changes
Wheatland County is considering changes to its utility rates, following the presentation of three scenarios during the Aug. 19 Committee of the Whole meeting. During his presentation, Joel Chiasson, managerRead More »
Helping Albertans find jobs
Finding a good job can be hard, especially for young people starting out and families trying to make ends meet. Alberta’s government knows that affordability is a concern right now,Read More »
Sebastien de Castell visits Strathmore to debut new title
Sebastien de Castell stopped in Strathmore, Aug. 30, as part of his tour promoting the launch of his newest titled book, The Malevolent Eight. Sequel to The Malevolent Seven, deRead More »