By Rob VogtClaresholm town council has zoned land recently annexed on the western boundary of town to agricultural/transitional.At its Jan. 8 meeting, council held a public hearing in order to gather any feedback on the proposed zoning.Abe Tinney, the town’s chief administrative officer, explained the zoning is part of the process of the town annexing three quarter sections on its … Read more…
By Alexis Way, Willow Creek 4-H District and Fort Macleod Midnight Riders 4-H Horse ClubThe Willow Creek 4-H District hosted a curling bonspiel and dance on Saturday, Jan. 6 at the Claresholm Curling Club.The event was open to clubs, 4-H members in the 4-H South Region of Alberta.Each club in our district was represented at the bonspiel, as well, we … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe RCMP are urging people to take the necessary precautions when they are warming up their vehicles as winter truly sets in.As the temperature drops and the snow starts to fall, the Alberta RCMP will once again be partnering with law enforcement partners across the province for Operation Cold Start.Operation Cold Start is designed to work with the public … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Claresholm Under-18 Thunder returned from their Christmas break with a vengeance, smothering Brooks in their lone Tier-3 game in weekend Central Alberta Hockey League action.The Thunder hosted Brooks on Sunday, Jan. 7, winning by a score of 7-1, coming within just under two minutes of shutting them out.Claresholm took control early, pouring in three goals in the … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Municipal District of Willow Creek willinvite the Claresholm Child Care Society to appear as a delegation at council to discuss a fundingrequest to help finish their new playground.At its Dec. 13 meeting, council reviewed a letter from the society explaining the daycare program has been in service since Feb. 29, 1988. They are the only licensed day care … Read more…
Oct 12, 1953 – Dec 29, 2023 “She made broken look beautiful and strong look invincible. She walked with the universe on her shoulders and made it look like a pair of wings.”~ Ariana Dancu It is with broken hearts we announce the passing of a warrior. Linda left us after two cancer battles: she faced both her fight and her … Read more…
August 23, 1926 – December 29, 2023 Phyllis Annie Cotter (Peters) passed away peacefully December 29, 2023 at the Willow Creek Continuing Care Centre, with her daughters by her side, at the age of 97.Phyllis was born August 23, 1926 in Capel, Surrey England. Her family later moved to Beare Green, Surrey where she worked during the war sewing officers’ … Read more…