Kiely, Leslie

1930 ~ 2026 Leslie Ward Kiely of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at the age 95 years.Leslie leaves to cherish his memory, his special friend Iris Breum, his niece Sandy Kiely and his three nephews Pat Kiely, Daryn (Leona) Kiely and Bruce (Kathleen) Kiely.He was predeceased by his parents, John and Margaret Kiely and his two … Read more

Winterfest

The Claresholm Community Centre was the place to be on Saturday, Feb. 21 as Winterfest took centre stage with a variety of things to see and do. Clockwise from left are Lincoln Groves playing some ball hockey in the parking lot; Penny McClung enjoying a ride on the water bucket train; Lore Welke having fun on the snow pile; and … Read more

U-11 Thunder bow out of playoffs

By Rob VogtThe Claresholm Under-11 Thunder wrapped up their season this past weekend with a two-game, total-goal series against Fort Macleod in Central Alberta Hockey League first-round playoff action.The Thunder visited Fort Macleod on Saturday, Feb. 21, dropping a tough 12-5 decision.Scoring for the Thunder were Lincoln Groves, assisted by Carter Dow; Groves on the power play, assisted by Kyden … Read more

Dingreville, Francois George

July 16, 1933 – February 4, 2026Francois George Dingreville of Pincher Creek, beloved husband of the late Yvonne Dingreville, passed away peacefully February 4, 2026, at the Longterm Care Facility in Blairmore, Alberta.George is survived by his son David (Bonnie); grandson Tyler(Valerie Michalsky) Dingreville, their children Fallon and Brennley; granddaughter Kacey-Jo Cotter (Nolan), their children Oakley and Hazen; sister Jean … Read more