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The Claresholm Local Press and all newspapers and other news media have been deemed an essential service, and will continue to operate through this turbulent time, keeping the public informed through print every Wednesday, and with regular updates on the Local Press website and social media. Please note we can take advertising/subscription requests by phone/email with payment by credit card … Read more…
With the COVID-19 pandemic causing concern over the spread of the virus, Town of Claresholm staff were out last week posting notices to “Help Prevent the Spread”. Here, from left are Ryan Rasmussen, the town’s community peace officer, and Jason Hemmaway, the town’s director of emergency management putting up a sign on March 24 with a list of what to … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Local Press Writer The Town of Claresholm has joined the call for people returning to Canada from the United States to go straight home, and not stop for groceries or anything else, in an effort to control the spread of the COVID-19 virus. At its March 23 meeting, Claresholm town council discussed these people, often called Snowbirds, … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Local Press Writer The Town of Claresholm has closed all playgrounds to the public as part of its effort to curb the potential spread of the COVID-19 virus. At its March 23 meeting, Claresholm town council Mayor Doug MacPherson raised the issue of closing playgrounds after a presentation by Jason Hemmaway, the town’s director of emergency management, … Read more…
In loving memory of Gary Towes who went home to Jesus on March 21, 2020. He passed away suddenly of a stroke at the age of 65. Throughout his entire life, he held an unwavering faith in God, which he shared with those who surrounded him. He leaves behind his wife, Sandra Buhler and his parents Edward and Doreen Towes. … Read more…
Born May 1, 1927 – Died March 25, 2020 The family and friends of Jim Kjarsgaard, with heavy hearts and great sadness, announce the sudden passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend in his 92nd year in Calgary hospital on March 25, 2020, due to complications after a bad fall in Claresholm the previous day. Jim was … Read more…
July 26, 1943 – March 22, 2020 Lawrence Alexander Michie passed away peacefully on March 22, 2020 at 12:55 AM at the Willow Creek Continuing Care Centre at the age of 85. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Shirley, sons Stephen Lawrence (Kandice Krause), David Wayne (Anita), grandsons Joshua and Cody, sister Muriel Askin and brother Donald … Read more…