Summer coming to an end
I just cannot believe that summer is coming to an end. It has been such a whirlwind, with having to figure out how to function with the looming concerns ofRead More »
New opposition leader takes charge
As a member of Her Majesty’s Loyal Opposition, I’m happy to welcome our new leader, the Hon. Erin O’Toole. I was proud to support Erin in both the 2017 andRead More »
New Carseland fire hall funded and construction underway
Last week, shovels officially hit the ground in the construction of the new Carseland fire hall – days after funding for the project was finalized. Members of the Carseland FireRead More »
Pathway expansion makes easier choice
By better linking the town’s pathway network to downtown, the Strathmore Commons project could lead more residents to choose active transportation for commuting and everyday trips. Strathmore residents love theirRead More »
Terry Fox Run a go in Strathmore
September is just around the corner, and so is the annual Terry Fox Run. But with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the plans and run will look a little bit differentRead More »
Local pharmacies to offer asymptomatic COVID-19 testing
Asymptomatic testing for COVID-19 testing will soon be offered in Strathmore at Shoppers Drug Mart and Tina’s No Frills pharmacies. The pharmacies are two of 234 locations across the provinceRead More »
Staggered entry to start of school
Strathmore’s students are headed back to school soon in what will be a staggered start. With the Golden Hills School Division (GHSD), the first day of school is officially Tuesday,Read More »
Arts on 817 fall concert series cancelled
Arts on 817 was all set to debut their Season 4 fall concert series on Oct. 17 but they’ve since had to cancel the first three shows of the seasonRead More »
Consider eye exam for children before school starts
As parents and children prepare for the upcoming school year, optometrists are encouraging parents to add booking a comprehensive eye exam to their to-do list. According to Dr. Michelle Duke,Read More »
Hussar landfill proposal rejected
A proposed industrial landfill near Hussar is headed to the dumpster, following concerns expressed by residents at a public hearing. Wheatland County proposed a bylaw to redesignate lands about 1.6Read More »
Wheatland County Council in Brief Information from Wheatland County Council Regular Meeting – Wednesday, August 18, 2020
Financial update Matthew Kurceba, manager of finance, provided a summary of the county’s unaudited financial statements, which are prepared by staff on a quarterly basis, as of June 30, 2020.Read More »