Curling season a success
As the last rock was thrown at the men’s bonspiel last month, it once again signaled the end of the curling season. “(It was a) really good season.,” said KenRead More »
Standard Fire hosts 4-H Skills for Life
Near the end of March, the Standard Fire Department hosted members from the Crowfoot 4-H Multi Club Skills for Life program for a tour of the fire hall. Throughout theRead More »
Former Eagle Lake Campground under new ownership
The location which was formerly the Eagle Lake Campground is under new management and is looking to be open to the public later this spring. Now under the name, WheatlandRead More »
The Liberal war on work
The Liberal Government tabled the 2023 Budget last week and we are seeing more of the same. More inflation-fueling spending announcements, more marketing and sloganeering, with few results achieved forRead More »
Fire training session for local fire department
The Strathmore Fire Department conducted a controlled burn of a building for training purposes on March 25, with the added benefit of creating some potential hazard reduction. The destroyed buildingRead More »
Food drive a smashing success
The friendly competition between the Strathmore Fire Department and Holy Cross Collegiate to raise donations for the Wheatland County Food Bank concluded in a massive success. Between their efforts, theRead More »
Bayside debate
Following a lengthy debate, Strathmore town council has concluded to overturn the proposed new development on 9 Bayside Place in a vote of 4-3 against. The discussion was centred aroundRead More »
Incredible curling season
As winter turns to spring, it becomes that bittersweet time of year where we say farewell to winter sports that we as Canadians love. The Strathmore Junior Curling Club isRead More »
Successful skating season
With April fast approaching, the 2022/2023 skating season is coming to an end for The Strathmore Skating Club. This season the club saw an increase in all of their offeredRead More »
WAHS, WHMB presenting plans for new senior’s lodge
The Wheatland and Area Hospice Society (WAHS) and the Wheatland Housing Management Board (WHMB) are hosting a series of presentations for the local community to talk about updates regarding effortsRead More »
RCMP to see mandated use of body cams
The Alberta government is seeking to build more trust between police officers and the communities they serve by mandating body-worn cameras for all detachments in the province. A release detailingRead More »