Brentwood fine arts shine
École Brentwood has had a long-standing history of being recognized for their fine arts program. This year, under the guidance of the recent fine arts specialist Loralee Laycock, Brentwood is… Read More »
Two crosswalks to see dedication to Royal Canadian Legion
The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 10 in Strathmore presented as a delegation before Town of Strathmore council, Dec. 4, to petition for a crosswalk to be dedicated for the centennial… Read More »
Local barbershop donates time for seniors’ haircuts
Sir Lance Barbershop volunteered their time at the Sagewood AgeCare facility, Dec. 11, to give free haircuts to local seniors as a way to give back to the community just… Read More »
CTR school division reporting 2023-24 assurance survey results above provincial averages
Christ the Redeemer (CTR) Catholic Schools have released their 2023-24 assurance survey results detailing student statistics related to excellence in education throughout the school division. According to the release, CTR… Read More »
Wheatland County passes third reading for county, Strathmore IDP document
Wheatland County council approved third and final reading of the Strathmore Wheatland Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP) during the Dec. 3 Council meeting. An IDP is a statutory document which fosters… Read More »
Stopping the cash cow
For years, photo radar sites have been used as a cash cow revenue generator, rather than a tool to enforce the law and enhance public safety. For many Albertans, photo… Read More »
County passes amendment to Agriculture Service Board Bylaw
Wheatland County council passed third reading for bylaw 2024-38, being the Agriculture Service Board Bylaw during the Dec. 3, council meeting. During the Nov. 12 regular meeting of council, a… Read More »
New roping club establishing within Wheatland County
The Wheatland Roping Club is a new organization kickstarting in order to provide a local and affordable option to practice roping sports within the county. “What we are doing is… Read More »
Crowther Memorial inaugurates new student chief and council
Crowther Memorial Junior High School inaugurated its new student chief and council, Nov. 28, bringing in the sixth year of the program at the school. “We are very happy that… Read More »
Christmas show to delight
With the holiday season right around the corner, a good festive music performance always hits the spot. The Arts on 817 is pleased to welcome the Heebee-jeebees, who are sure… Read More »
Town approves balanced budget without surplus
Town of Strathmore council met again, Nov. 27, to continue ongoing budget discussions for the upcoming 2025 year. Opening the discussion, Leana Ashbacher, senior manager of financial services, recapped some… Read More »