The COVID-19 pandemic is presenting grocery stores with unique challenges, between increased demand for certain items, increasing requirements for cleaning and sanitation, and putting pressure on staff. As a result,… Read More »
The government of Alberta has created Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR), a non-profit, arm’s-length agriculture research organization. Earlier this year, government consulted with farmers, industry and key partners in the… Read More »
Wheatland County is looking to its future by developing a 10-year master plan for recreation and culture – and wants its residents to share its vision. Wheatland County provides its… Read More »
For the past decade, God’s Closet, a ministry engaged with the Seventh-day Adventist Church, has provided donated clothing to children in Strathmore. “Children grow really fast and clothes are expensive,”… Read More »
Gleichen RCMP is asking for a new position to be created to fight rural crime – and Wheatland County is voicing its support. The Gleichen RCMP detachment has requested the… Read More »
The Town of Strathmore is providing the Strathmore Overnight Shelter with bridge funding to cover costs in the event homeless persons require isolation until new provincial funding becomes available. On… Read More »
Several local organizations are providing online support for Strathmore businesses reeling from the impacts of COVID-19. The COVID-19 pandemic has forced business closures, destroyed jobs, devastated markets, and changed consumer… Read More »
The Strathmore Legion will continue to be a mainstay of the community despite the challenges presented by COVID-19. While Strathmore’s Royal Canadian Legion (RCL) Branch 10 has closed to the… Read More »
Hello Chestermere and Strathmore readers. Think about where you were two or even three weeks ago. You may have been planning a vacation, or a wedding, or helping out at… Read More »
In light of COVID-19, Yellow Hook Towing is bringing Easter festivities to homeschooled children and families through online methods. On March 20, Yellow Hook Towing announced on their Facebook page… Read More »
As social distancing becomes the new norm, the Macaroni Kid group in Strathmore-Wheatland is trying to get children and families involved in safe and fun activities by organizing several events… Read More »