Drive for tougher compost legislation
Residents of Wheatland County have been pushing for tougher laws regarding compost facilities, but the province only has best practises guidelines on the books when it comes to enforcement. OnRead More »
Challenges of leaving the nest
In a survey of 800 first-time post-secondary students, two out of three, or 65 per cent, of Alberta students wished they had been better prepared with basic life skills beforeRead More »
Kulture aims to cultivate talent and reach goals
Nineteen-year-old former Strathmore resident Rachael Mutesi recently started a movement to raise funds in supporting the development of talents and assist those in need of help to reach their goals.Read More »
County residents voice dismay over road priority
Wheatland County residents are voicing concern about an easement and road improvements beside NE-17-23-24-W4 along RR 244 near Namaka. Some residents attended Wheatland County council’s meeting Dec. 6, asking whyRead More »
Ensuring best practices for emergencies
The Alberta government is updating emergency management policies following an in-depth review. “When disaster strikes, Albertans need to have confidence that there is an effective program to help them recover.Read More »
“Snow angels” needed in Stathmore
Strathmore Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) is encouraging people to earn their halos by volunteering with the Snow Angels program. The program started last winter when Strathmore was struckRead More »
Library introduces pilot project
In an attempt to provide more efficient services and reduce cost, wear and tear and wait times, the Marigold Library System recently introduced the Holds Pilot Project, with a growingRead More »
Diamond Forever – A Christmas Celebration of Neil Diamond
From Tin Pan Alley to Hollywood, through the turbulence of the 1960’s and on into the 21st century, the songs of Neil Diamond continue to attract new fans to goRead More »
CP Holiday Train stop benefits communities
Over 2,000 people gathered to greet the Canadian Pacific (CP) Holiday Train stop in Gleichen-Siksika on Friday, Dec. 7. “We did it! We got the Holiday Train!” exclaimed Sandra Sparvier,Read More »
Joint-use headquarter building to move forward
Two of Strathmore’s community-minded organizations have the go-ahead from Strathmore town council for a land use re-designation of four parcels, allowing Marigold Library System and Western Irrigation District (WID) toRead More »
Strathmore youth’s big heart and efforts recognized in Alberta
Two years ago, when she was only 11 years old, Emma Moore decided to take matters into her own hands and dedicate much of her time, numerous donations and aRead More »