Rockyford family honoured with farm award
A local family with deep ties to the Rockyford area is being honoured for best representing the values of the family farm within their rural community. Gordon and Darlene KoesterRead More »
From refugee status to business owner
A Strathmore resident who came to Canada as a refugee from Syria has opened a new barbershop in the downtown core. Sam Al-Mubaied, together with business partner Ahmad Asheti, haveRead More »
Anti-racism collaboration continues
The Town of Strathmore and Siksika Nation are continuing their efforts for shared understanding and collaboration among residents of the two communities to combat racism. Strathmore Mayor Pat Fule andRead More »
One-time payment childcare available
The provincial government has established a new one-time benefit for parents for daycare costs during the pandemic. The Working Parents Benefit, announced during a government news conference on Feb. 24,Read More »
Overnight shelter’s March for Cold a go
The Strathmore Overnight Shelter is tweaking its yearly March for Cold fundraising event by providing both virtual and in-person events to raise operating funds. Through this event, the organization usuallyRead More »
COVID-19 vaccine now at some pharmacies
Alberta’s COVID-19 vaccination program is being extended into pharmacies, but only in Calgary, Edmonton and Red Deer for now. All Albertans aged 75 and older can book an appointment toRead More »
School division looks to budget, election
Golden Hill School Division (GHSD) held a board meeting on Feb. 23, focusing on a range of topics, including setting next year’s budget, this year’s election, enrolment trends and changesRead More »
County warns about black knot
A tree disease caused by a fungus has been identified in Wheatland County and, if left unchecked, may result in the stunting or death of trees. Black knot, caused byRead More »
Flames Foundation supports new Siksika outdoor rink
Siksika Nation members will have more recreational options next year, with the addition of a new outdoor rink funded through a partnership between The Calgary Flames Foundation and Siksika Health.Read More »
Looking to end racism
When I was 15, an Aryan Nations chapter opened near Caroline, Alta. The chapter sent me a letter saying I was an abomination. They accused me of corrupting a whiteRead More »
Town hall solar project approved
The Strathmore town hall solar project is proceeding, dependent on grant funding and after the establishment of a reserve to meet the eventual costs of decommissioning. During its regular meetingRead More »