Strathmore Language Group returns this month
One woman’s desire to familiarize herself with her heritage and learn the German language prompted the creation of the Strathmore Language Group that continues to grow in popularity and gainRead More »
Bow Valley College provides a step up for entrepreneurs
A recent survey revealed Strathmore and area to consist of large mature business communities, creating a gap for start-ups. As a result, Bow Valley College is expanding its influence beyondRead More »
Expansion in sight for local crisis shelter
The lack of affordable housing in rural communities has translated to longer stays for families at the Wheatland Crisis Society this summer, forcing staff to turn away hundreds of familyRead More »
WAA hockey camp wraps up with Red and White game
After coming a few wins away from capturing the South Central Alberta Hockey League (SCAHL) title last season, the Wheatland Athletic Association bantam Warriors are back at work trying toRead More »
Local college student wins first prize for research project
Jack Vergouwen is busy packing his bags and heading to New Zealand for a four-month-long directed field study, but that isn’t the only highlight this year for the Olds CollegeRead More »
Strathmore full steam ahead with local alert program
Canada’s recent weather events and natural disasters have played a cataclysmic role in spurring the creation of Strathmore’s first local notification system. Discussions for Strathmore Alerts – a communication toolRead More »
Blue-green algae returns
Lakes across the province, including Eagle Lake located near Strathmore, have been spotted bearing patches of blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) bloom. According to a media advisory issued by Alberta Health Services,Read More »
Fall programs return to Strathmore library
As students head back to school next week, the Strathmore Municipal Library is also celebrating the season by welcoming back all of its much loved fall programming from last year.Read More »
Back to school at Rosebud School of the Arts
Rosebud School of the Arts (RSA) starts a new year Sept. 4, welcoming eight new students and 20 returning students, who will jump into orientation week with events such asRead More »
Cheadle woman tames Alberta’s wildies
When it comes to animals, Darla Connolly is fearless. She’ll walk up to a grizzly bear and stand close to a lion in Africa, and now she has made itRead More »
Travelling Mabels return to Strathmore
It’s been a few years since the country-folk trio, the Travelling Mabels, brought their grit, spirit and humour to a Strathmore stage. That’s all about to change as the bandRead More »