Buy local
Spring in Alberta marks a busy and important time for our province’s agriculture sector. As the weather gradually warms, Alberta’s farmers and food producers are preparing for the growing seasonRead More »
SHS hosts Alberta Student Leadership Conference
Strathmore High School was host to the Alberta Student Leadership Conference, which took place May 9-11, in partnership with the Alberta Association of Students, Councils, and Advisors (AASCA). The eventRead More »
Jessica Sevick presents to Brentwood Elementary students
Olympic silver medalist Jessica Sevick spoke to Brentwood Elementary School students, May 6, about her journey to a medal, and her experiences along the way. Having been visiting Strathmore toRead More »
Town wetland at risk of development
Town of Strathmore council passed second and third readings for the WestCreek Area Structure Plan Amendment Bylaw, 25-07, during the May 7 regular meeting. First reading of the bylaw tookRead More »
Foothills Advocacy in Motion discusses new facility with town
The Foothills Advocacy in Motion (FAIM) presented before Town of Strathmore council during the May 7 regular meeting as a delegation. FAIM is a nonprofit organization funded by the provincialRead More »
County reviews land use redesignation
Wheatland County council passed second reading for Bylaw 2024-34, being for the purposes of amending Bylaw 2016-01, during the May 6 regular meeting. Passing third reading of the bylaw wouldRead More »
SWCC hosts fireside chat
The Strathmore Wheatland Chamber of Commerce (SWCC) hosted an event which they referred to as a Fireside Chat at the Strathmore Civic Centre, May 14. Regarded as an evening ofRead More »
Protecting Alberta
Our government congratulates Prime Minister Mark Carney on his election victory and the formation of a minority government. We also thank Pierre Poilievre for his principled leadership and powerful advocacyRead More »
Hospice Society hosts annual Hype for Hospice
The Wheatland and Area Hospice Society hosted their annual Hype for Hospice, May 4, in Kinsmen Park, continuing to raise money for the newly planned Wheatland Lodge. This year’s eventRead More »
Local Tim Hortons raise Smile Cookie funds for Strathmore FCSS
Tim Hortons locations in Strathmore participated in the annual Smile Cookie Fundraiser, which ran from April 28 until May 4 in town. As of Apr. 30, Chris Korpi, general managerRead More »
Hussar Agricultural Society wins $25,000 BASF prize
The Hussar Agricultural Society was announced as the first-place winner of the Growing Home with BASF 2025 award within Alberta on April 29. A total of 12 organizations were selectedRead More »