Divisiveness: Anger for the sake of anger
Premier Jason Kenney and Minister of Health Tyler Shandro announced on April 6 that the province would be returning to Step 1 of Alberta’s COVID-19 relaunch plan in response toRead More »
Town sees increase in vandalism
Destruction at the Lions Outdoor Skating Rink is only one example of increased levels of vandalism throughout Strathmore being reported by town administration. Damage to the rink, located at theRead More »
New Marigold headquarters taking shape
The new shared headquarters of Marigold Library System and Western Irrigation District (WID) is on track to be completed by the end of the summer. Marigold provides the materials, ITRead More »
Warnings about graphene face masks
Health Canada has advised Canadians not to use face masks containing graphene, saying these products pose a safety risk. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, many different masks have appeared on theRead More »
Coal policy engagement launches
The provincial government is launching public consultation on changes to its coal policy, including a new public survey. The provincial government announced it was rescinding the 1976 Coal Policy lastRead More »
Standard Community Chest ceases
After 65 years, the Standard Community Chest is closing for good. The Standard Community Chest started in 1955 as a community effort to requisition funds for charitable causes. Since then,Read More »
Learning about past abuse via ‘Clare’s Law’
A new law allowing people to check if their partner has a history of domestic violence has come into effect in Alberta. The Disclosure to Protect Against Domestic Violence (Clare’sRead More »
Town seeking new CAO
The Town of Strathmore has begun a search for a new, permanent chief administrative officer (CAO). The search for candidates is expected to take about three months and will costRead More »
Sikh Heritage Month
Happy Sikh Heritage Month! I am so honoured to mark this month as we reflect on the amazing contributions people of Sikh heritage have made to our beautiful province andRead More »
Train whistles could stop in Carseland
Carseland could become quieter, as Wheatland County is considering having Canadian Pacific Railway stop its trains from blowing whistles when approaching the railroad crossing there. The single-track crossing is locatedRead More »
Local quilter’s guild supports mental health
A group of local quilters is helping support mental health by creating and donating quilts to the Blankets of Love Foundation for Mental Health. Members of the Wheatland Quilters GuildRead More »