Wheatland County is sending a letter to provincial Premier Jason Kenney and Alberta’s cabinet ministers, requesting a more immediate easing of COVID-19 public health restrictions. The letter may be foundRead More »
The Strathmore Performing Arts Festival will be held virtually this year, but the talent will be as impressive as ever. This year’s performances will be submitted as videos because ofRead More »
Six people were arrested on Siksika Nation and are facing multiple offences, following an investigation by Gleichen RCMP. Mitchell Kirby Oldwoman (28), Tyesha Shanice Wells (22) and Everett Stewart OldwomanRead More »
Wheatland County council has approved a new solar farm, in a reversal of a previous decision. The proposed 20.1-megawatt commercial solar facility, called the East Strathmore Solar Farm, is sitedRead More »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »