Local musicians offer online lessons
Some local musicians are continuing their music lessons online to support their income and connect with other musicians amid the COVID-19 pandemic. “It’s better than nothing,” said Jim Baxter, aRead More »
Local grocery stores support customers and staff
The COVID-19 pandemic is presenting grocery stores with unique challenges, between increased demand for certain items, increasing requirements for cleaning and sanitation, and putting pressure on staff. As a result,Read More »
Transforming agriculture research in Alberta
The government of Alberta has created Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR), a non-profit, arm’s-length agriculture research organization. Earlier this year, government consulted with farmers, industry and key partners in theRead More »
County planning for future of recreation and culture
Wheatland County is looking to its future by developing a 10-year master plan for recreation and culture – and wants its residents to share its vision. Wheatland County provides itsRead More »
God’s Closet provides donated clothing for growing children
For the past decade, God’s Closet, a ministry engaged with the Seventh-day Adventist Church, has provided donated clothing to children in Strathmore. “Children grow really fast and clothes are expensive,”Read More »
County supports request for crime reduction
Gleichen RCMP is asking for a new position to be created to fight rural crime – and Wheatland County is voicing its support. The Gleichen RCMP detachment has requested theRead More »
Strathmore Overnight Shelter receives funding
The Town of Strathmore is providing the Strathmore Overnight Shelter with bridge funding to cover costs in the event homeless persons require isolation until new provincial funding becomes available. OnRead More »
Online support for businesses hurting from COVID-19
Several local organizations are providing online support for Strathmore businesses reeling from the impacts of COVID-19. The COVID-19 pandemic has forced business closures, destroyed jobs, devastated markets, and changed consumerRead More »
Legion closed but still offering support to veterans
The Strathmore Legion will continue to be a mainstay of the community despite the challenges presented by COVID-19. While Strathmore’s Royal Canadian Legion (RCL) Branch 10 has closed to theRead More »
Keeping Albertans safe
Hello Chestermere and Strathmore readers. Think about where you were two or even three weeks ago. You may have been planning a vacation, or a wedding, or helping out atRead More »
Celebrating Easter online
In light of COVID-19, Yellow Hook Towing is bringing Easter festivities to homeschooled children and families through online methods. On March 20, Yellow Hook Towing announced on their Facebook pageRead More »