The Town of Strathmore is looking to potentially separate from one of its affordable housing projects. In 2010, the town supported the Affordable Housing Project by contributing $1.94 million inRead More »
An allegation of misconduct by a Strathmore town councillor has led to the start of an independent investigation. During the Oct. 21 regular council meeting, Councillor Jason Montgomery brought forthRead More »
Flu shots are available once again across Alberta. All Albertans older than six months are eligible to be immunized, free of charge. This year, the province has shifted away fromRead More »
Asymptomatic testing for COVID-19 has been suspended by the province. The move to stop testing for individuals not experiencing symptoms and with no known possible exposure to the virus wasRead More »
Changes to the Police Act are being proposed that would formalize First Nations police services into provincial law. The Police Act and Police Service Regulation are the provincial laws settingRead More »
This year, Wheatland County celebrates its 65th year as a municipal district, and the Strathmore Times recognizes this milestone. On Jan. 1, 1955, Improvement District No. 41, part of ImprovementRead More »
Wheatland County’s namesake is noticeably tied to its vast fields of grains. While these crops will remain central to the county’s economy and culture, the way they are grown isRead More »
While the way of life in Wheatland County is changing, some are keeping connected to its history by examining old newspapers providing snapshots of the past. Tom MacPhail, a residentRead More »
The hamlet of Gleichen has a rich history and the landmarks to prove it. Predating the birth of the province, it was founded in 1884 and incorporated as a villageRead More »
Wheatland County is working to decommission the site of the former school in Gleichen, including the removal of playground equipment that is potentially dangerous. The Central Bow Valley School inRead More »
Strathmore’s Traffic Advisory Committee continues to work to make the town’s roads safer and more efficient. During the town council meeting on Oct. 22, Councillor Bob Sobol, committee chair, deliveredRead More »