The 2025 poppy campaign kicked off on Friday, Oct. 31 at the Claresholm branch of the Royal Canadian Legion with the Mayors of Claresholm and Stavely receiving the first poppies. From left are Duane Southgate, second vice-president of the Legion; Mary Walsh, first vice-president; Ramona Whittingham, mayor of Stavely; Brad Schlossberger, mayor of Claresholm; Leonard Weiss, president; and Brian Thibeau, … Read more…
By Rob VogtA familiar face will be leading the council of the Municipal District of Willow Creek for another year.At its organizational meeting on Oct. 31, council elected Maryanne Sandberg, councillor for Division 3, reeve for another year.“I will do my best,” she said. “And work with you all.”Glen Alm, councillor for Division 4 was elected deputy reeve for another year.“Thanks … Read more…
The Claresholm Community Centre transformed into a haunted house on Friday, Oct. 31 and Saturday, Nov. 1. Dozens of volunteers spent two full days setting up the maze of horrors, dressing up in elaborate costumes, and applying make up Hollywood technicians would be envious of. Anyone who went through the haunted house could be shocked at any time, going around … Read more…
By Rob VogtRemembrance Day services will take place at area schools and the community the first part of next week.The Claresholm service will take place in the Claresholm Community Centre on Tuesday, Nov. 11, with doors opening at 10 a.m. and the service starting at 11 a.m. sharp.The service will be emceed by Leonard Weiss, president of Claresholm Branch No. … Read more…
By Jennifer Handley, mayor of Nanton Thank you for the confidence you have placed in me and in your newly elected town council. It is an honour to continue serving as mayor and to welcome our new councillors to the table. Each brings valuable experience, perspectives, and a shared commitment to the future of our community.I also want to extend … Read more…
SAMUEL RAY BAIRD was born June 7, 1934 in Orsnston, Quebec; deceased October 15, 2025 at the Claresholm General Hospital.He was predeceased by his mother Jenny and father Andrew. His brothers and sister Robert, Thomas, Arvin, Ruby, Muriel and Russell.He is survived by his wife Marie Baird and 11 step children plus two step-grandsons: Beau & Josh, and favourite niece … Read more…
Herbert Raymond Schliemann of Claresholm, Alberta passed away peacefully on September 29, 2025, at the age of 86.He was predeceased by parents, Herbert Sr. and Mabel Schliemann; first wife, Marion Collison; partner, Eleanor McLeod; and niece, Wanda (Massett) Striga.Herbert is survived by his sister, Jean (Duane) Massett; nephews Barry, Robin, and Earl; as well as numerous grand-nieces and grand-nephews who … Read more…