Hospital workers strike short-lived
Unionized front-line hospital workers staged a wildcat strike at the Strathmore Hospital on Monday. But the strike was short-lived, as health care staff represented by the Alberta Union of Provincial… Read More »
Edition: October 30 2020 Strathmore Times
Energy assessment review paused but industry given tax supports
The provincial government has paused plans to update the taxation assessment model for oil and gas developments but has provided interim tax relief for energy companies. In Alberta, the amount… Read More »
Town may separate from Bayside affordable housing
The Town of Strathmore is looking to potentially separate from one of its affordable housing projects. In 2010, the town supported the Affordable Housing Project by contributing $1.94 million in… Read More »
Independent investigator to examine alleged councillor misconduct
An allegation of misconduct by a Strathmore town councillor has led to the start of an independent investigation. During the Oct. 21 regular council meeting, Councillor Jason Montgomery brought forth… Read More »
Flu shots available now
Flu shots are available once again across Alberta. All Albertans older than six months are eligible to be immunized, free of charge. This year, the province has shifted away from… Read More »
Province stops asymptomatic COVID-19 testing
Asymptomatic testing for COVID-19 has been suspended by the province. The move to stop testing for individuals not experiencing symptoms and with no known possible exposure to the virus was… Read More »
Province may formalize First Nations policing
Changes to the Police Act are being proposed that would formalize First Nations police services into provincial law. The Police Act and Police Service Regulation are the provincial laws setting… Read More »
Wheatland County celebrates 65 years
This year, Wheatland County celebrates its 65th year as a municipal district, and the Strathmore Times recognizes this milestone. On Jan. 1, 1955, Improvement District No. 41, part of Improvement… Read More »
Agriculture becoming more data driven
Wheatland County’s namesake is noticeably tied to its vast fields of grains. While these crops will remain central to the county’s economy and culture, the way they are grown is… Read More »
Searching for the past in old newspapers
While the way of life in Wheatland County is changing, some are keeping connected to its history by examining old newspapers providing snapshots of the past. Tom MacPhail, a resident… Read More »
Gleichen: gilded with history
The hamlet of Gleichen has a rich history and the landmarks to prove it. Predating the birth of the province, it was founded in 1884 and incorporated as a village… Read More »