Free masks once again available
Starting on July 13, free non-medical masks will be back at A&W, McDonald’s Canada and Tim Hortons locations across Alberta. In June, 20 million masks were distributed through these restaurantRead More »
The ABCs of psychology: P is for post pandemic
Wow. What was that? It feels like coming out of quarantine is the end of a spring storm. The rain has stopped pouring, the sun is starting to poke throughRead More »
Student citizenship award winners making an impact
According to several winners of this year’s Town of Strathmore Citizenship Awards, being a leader and making a difference in the community can be simple with a little thought andRead More »
Survey results helping direct business supports
Results from a new business survey highlight some of the challenges the regional business community is facing in light of COVID-19 and are helping direct support initiatives. The business vitalityRead More »
Cottonwood ‘fluff’ nothing to sneeze at
While cottonwood “fluff” can make it look like Christmas in June, it does not cause allergies, according to a provincial expert on the trees. Cottonwoods are broadleaf tree species inRead More »
Hygiene kits available – a COVID initiative
Due to COVID-19, many people do not have access to essential things that are needed for everyday life. Many young people are also facing difficult times due to their parentsRead More »
Woman charged in man’s death
A woman has been charged with manslaughter in the death of a man in Gleichen on June 22. Shortly after 5 p.m. on June 22, Gleichen RCMP responded to aRead More »
Health Unit continues to offer range of services
The Strathmore Public Health Unit has remained open throughout the pandemic, continuing to offer a variety of health services to residents. Located at 650 Westchester Road, it provides numerous servicesRead More »
Area municipal offices re-opening
Municipal offices in Strathmore, Wheatland County and its villages, have or will soon be fully re-opened to the public, with some precautionary measures remaining in place. Town of Strathmore officesRead More »
Speargrass nixes secondary suites
Secondary suites are no longer permitted as a discretionary use within the Speargrass Golf Course Community. Wheatland County council voted on June 12 to remove secondary suites as a discretionaryRead More »
WID submits six ‘shovel-ready’ projects to province
The Western Irrigation District (WID) has submitted six infrastructure projects to the provincial government for funding consideration. In April, the government of Alberta requested municipalities and other organizations to submitRead More »