Chamber of commerce assists small business

By Rob VogtThe Claresholm and District Chamber of Commerce is a volunteer-based business organization supported by its members to promote local business and ensure a strong economy.As a local chapter of the Alberta Chambers of Commerce, its members access to a larger business community with unique benefits, programs, and opportunities.The chamber provides a strong voice on behalf of the business … Read more…

Claresholm Local Press celebrates 100th anniversary

By Rob VogtIt was a chance to look back at 100 years of informing and promoting the community, and literally dig into the past.The Claresholm Local Press celebrated its 100th anniversary on Wednesday, Oct. 7, with a special 24-page commemorative special section, open house, and community celebration.In the afternoon, Local Press Publisher Amanda Zimmer also opened a time capsule buried … Read more…

TOPS member receives special award

SubmittedOur Claresholm TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter AB5256 and Brydon Saunders, our co-facilitator and a 19-year KOPS, are happy to congratulate Marilyn Heyland on receiving a 10-year award for maintaining her KOPS, which is Keeping Off Pounds Sensibly.Marilyn has been in TOPS since the 1960s and was a chapter queen in 1968.She has held numerous positions in TOPS from leader … Read more…

Claresholm Cowboys open season with convincing win

By Rob VogtClaresholm opened a new chapter in its hockey history as the Claresholm Cowboys stepped on the ice for their inaugural season in the United States Premier Hockey League.The Cowboys hosted the Three Hills Titans at Claresholm Arena on Saturday, Sept. 26, winning by a score of 8-3.Mario Hernandez-Mellin scored the first goal in Claresholm Cowboy history at 13:08, … Read more…