Giving students a great start to the school year
Any parent knows how expensive back-to-school season can be. With that in mind, four local organizations are working together to make this time of year easier for families in needRead More »
“PD” marks 25 years at Lord of All Lutheran
Pastor Dawn Nelson, a well-recognized fixture in Strathmore, recently celebrated her 25 years at Lord of All Lutheran Chuch. “Being here for 25 years says more about the congregation thanRead More »
Local firefighter aids Red Cross relief efforts
Local firefighter Sean Freeman has recently completed his fourth overseas mission with the International Federation of Red Cross (IFRC) and the Canadian Red Cross. Freeman returned from Nhamatanda, Mozambique whereRead More »
Rural communities encouraged to apply for funding
Rural communities across Alberta are encouraged to apply for a minimum of $10,000 and up to $100,000 for projects that support either recreational, education events and activities, or cultural facilitiesRead More »
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If I was one of my neighbours, I’d have gathered the whole family around the front room window Sunday night, because Pat Fule brought the ladder out to his driveway!Read More »
Shopping local at the Strathmore Farmers’ Market
The Strathmore Farmers’ Market has proven to be a great way to showcase local products and unique homemade items, ranging from locally grown fruits and veggies to handmade keychains andRead More »
Strathmore Stampede almost here
Hello Strathmore! I hope you’ve been taking advantage of the Stick Around Downtown Strathmore In July promotion showcasing the many great local businesses in downtown Strathmore. From clothes to shoesRead More »
Rosebud Chamber Music Festival to perform seventh season
Rosebud Chamber Music Festival is celebrating its seventh season this August. “Three exciting concerts this year,” said Keith Hamm, artistic director of Rosebud Chamber Music Festival (RCMF). The first concertRead More »
Rosebud’s historic Mercantile still stands to serve
The Hamlet of Rosebud includes several buildings that are over 100 years old and still in use. The Haskayne-Kenney Mercantile is one of those, and according to LaVerne Erickson, RosebudRead More »
Consultations begin on farm freedom and safety
The provincial government is repealing Bill 6, the Enhanced Protection for Farm and Ranch Workers Act. In its place, the government is set to introduce the Farm Freedom and SafetyRead More »
The world needs more of Canada
Hello Strathmore! One thing I learned very quickly when I was first elected is this: the world needs more Canada! This is even truer today in so many ways. OurRead More »