New town hall close to completion
The new Strathmore municipal building is nearing completion, with the town finding solutions for a few remaining pieces. An update on the project was presented to town council on Nov.… Read More »
Edition: November 27 2020 Strathmore Times
Mask bylaw defeated
Strathmore town council has voted against adopting a face covering bylaw. During the town’s regular council meeting on Nov. 18, a motion to pass second reading of the proposed bylaw… Read More »
SHS students stage A Miracle Worker
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, at Strathmore High School, the show must go on. The school’s students are putting on a production of A Miracle Worker, a three-act play by William… Read More »
Donated funds leads to shelter donation
On Nov. 10, a local father and son each donated $1,000 to the Strathmore Overnight Shelter to support its operations. Evan Weal, 13, donated $1,000 he earned from his landscaping… Read More »
Farm giving unwanted livestock a chance
A small farm located south of Strathmore is providing sanctuary to hundreds of abused, neglected and unwanted animals. Misfit Farms started because its owner, Savannah Ross, “really wanted to get… Read More »
Hark the herald angels shovel
Shoveling snow is not just an annoyance – for people with disabilities or health issues, it can be extremely difficult and even dangerous. “We know that Strathmore can often get… Read More »
Town tweaks snow clearing policy
The Town of Strathmore has amended its snow removal policy by emphasizing pathway and sidewalk clearing, and increasing the snow level threshold for road clearing. The new policy directs snow… Read More »
Adopt-a-family gets strong support
Despite the hardships presented by the pandemic, Strathmore and area residents have been keen to help families in need. Each year, the Wheatland Crisis Society (WCS) runs an initiative –… Read More »
Chestermere adopts mask bylaw
Masks may not be mandatory in Strathmore, but if you are planning to visit Chestermere soon, you may want to have one ready. On. Nov. 17, Chestermere city council passed… Read More »
New deputy fire chief to recruit more diverse and inclusive force
Strathmore has moved to make its fire department more diverse and inclusive by hiring a deputy fire chief to a new recruitment position. Laurie VandeSchoot, the town’s new assistant chief… Read More »
COOL, Mickey (Meurice Irene Kirkland)
COOL,Mickey (Meurice Irene Kirkland) October 9, 1932 – November 17, 2020 Mickey was born in Regina, Saskatchewan. Her parents were Gordon Kirkland and Vera Carrick, and she had a brother… Read More »