Blazing season for local ringette teams
Local players on the Zone 2 AA Blazers ringette teams have had a success season, with a pair of squads winning a provincial championship. Locklyn Hayes, Kaylee Lester, Hayden PaschalRead More »
Strengthening Alberta’s economy
Alberta’s government continues to deliver practical solutions that strengthen Alberta’s economy, support growing communities, and protect the services families rely on. Through Budget 2026 and new policy initiatives, we’re focusingRead More »
Locals head to regionals
Intermediate and Senior members from the Calgary 4-H region are getting together at Olds College for the annual Regional Public Speaking event. Members from Wheatland, Rockyview, Kneehill, Foothills, and MountainviewRead More »
Strathmore to host U16C ringette provincials
The Strathmore Minor Ringette Association (SMRA) is gearing up to host the U16C provincials for the first time in several years, come March 20-22. Leanne Mohr, director of division coordinatorsRead More »
Former Standard residents recall Olympic competition
When two former residents from Standard boarded planes bound for Japan in 1972, they carried more than sleds and racing suits. They carried the pride of a small prairie villageRead More »
Town eyes curbside recycling
The Town of Strathmore is anticipating a shift in local recycling services, looking to phase out the current depot, in favour of a curbside service. As of April 1, 2025,Read More »
County to indicate support for Alberta research facility
Wheatland County council is supporting a letter to the federal government from Lacombe County protesting the closure of the Lacombe Research and Development Centre. Correspondence to Wheatland County, dated Feb.Read More »
County bridge infrastructure under evaluation for repair, replacement
Discussion is ongoing within Wheatland County regarding their Bridge and Culvert Asset Management Plan and how best to proceed with maintenance and replacement efforts. The county completed their 2025 MasterRead More »
Town to review fire services dispatch model
Town of Strathmore council has voted for a review and a report to be developed by administration of local fire dispatch services. “It is basically a motion just to reviewRead More »
Library to celebrate Francophonie culture for third year
Francophonie culture is being celebrated at the Strathmore Municipal Library later this month, partnering with the Canadian Parents for French (CPF) and Calgary Catholic Immigration Society (CCIS) for the thirdRead More »
Library hosting monthly gathering of new local cosplay guild
The Strathmore Municipal Library is highlighting a new monthly program which invites hobbyists of all ages to come out and develop a sense of community. Now officially running on theRead More »