Farmers Christmas Market returns
The Christmas market hosted by the Strathmore Farmers Market was a resounding success, according to market manager Tracy Yochim. After having to cancel the previous year’s event, she suspected muchRead More »
Town approves latest budget
The Town of Strathmore council has voted to approve the 2022 long term financial plan, corporate business plan, 2022-24 operating budget and 2022-26 capital budget. The Town’s finances were addressedRead More »
Newly opened downtown music studio
A new local business has been making some noise in the downtown core and amidst the community since its opening this fall. The Wee Ones Music Studio is a newRead More »
Government to offer new supports for young Alberta students, diploma exam weight lowered
The Government of Alberta is making $45 million available to support young students who may have fallen behind in their studies as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. InRead More »
Kevin Scoble to succeed Doug Lagore as Strathmore CAO
The Town of Strathmore has announced Kevin Scoble to be its new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), filling the position on a full-time, permanent basis. Previously, the position was held byRead More »
County inviting ratepayers to voice their thoughts regarding speed limits on TWP 232
Wheatland County Council has scheduled a public input session regarding the speed limit of Township Road (TWP) 232 in response to input from ratepayers. Following his presentation to County CouncilRead More »
Parliament has begun
It’s official, the 44th Parliament has begun – finally. Sixty-four days after the election, the speech from the Throne was delivered by our Governor General on behalf of the government.Read More »
County seeking more information regarding High Eagle Campground building setbacks
Wheatland County Council is observing the risks associated with the current placement of structures at the High Eagle Campground in Rosebud, as well as the County’s legal liability regarding theRead More »
KAIROS blanket exercise once again hosted in Strathmore
Trellis, in partnership with the Town of Strathmore and United Way, are looking to expand Indigenous education in the local community. On Nov. 20, Trellis hosted a KAIROS blanket exerciseRead More »
New fire chief
The Strathmore Fire Department (SFD) has recently welcomed its new Fire Chief, David Sturgeon, to the force. Now roughly three weeks into the job, Sturgeon said he’s looking forward toRead More »
Health care under strain
Chestermere-Strathmore readers … please find below MLA Aheer’s member statement regarding the EMS system. “Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Like the rest of our health care system, the EMS system isRead More »