By Rob VogtWhen a woman is experiencing domestic violence or abuse, there is help available.At its April 11 meeting, Claresholm town council learned more about Rowan House when two of its staff appeared as a delegation.Linette Soldan is the executive director for Rowan House and Kelly Smit is the resource development team lead.Smit explained Rowan House has been in operation … Read more…
By Rob VogtWithout volunteers, many of the community organizations would simply not be able to function.That is one of the observations made by Holly Gillespie, community outreach coordinator for Claresholm and District Family and Community Support Services.She points out volunteers run the non-profit organizations in the community.“We need them,” Gillespie said, adding “volunteers power the community.”She cites an example in her … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe main entrance and viewing area at the Claresholm Aquatic Centre has opened again.In a recent statement, Alberta Health Services announced that as of April 17 the Claresholm Centre for Mental Health and Addictions opened the public entrance door to the pool.As per Alberta Health Services policy, masking is still required at all Alberta Health Services sites.Because the … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe council of the Municipal District of Willow Creek has adopted its 2022 operating budget of $17.2 million.The decision came at council’s April 12 meeting after a presentation by administration.It stated the total operating budget revenue is $17,202,235 with total operating budget expenditures of $17,156,645, generating a surplus of $45,590.Council previously approved an interim budget, and there have … Read more…
Pipe bomb suspects make first court appearance Frank McTighe, LOCAL PRESS CONTRIBUTOR | Posted on April 12 2023 Two suspects in recent pipe bomb explosions in Claresholm had their cases adjourned Wednesday until the end of May. The accused made their first appearance in Fort Macleod court of justice Wednesday before Justice Paul Pharo. Duty counsel lawyer Marshall Gourlay acted on … Read more…
Marcy lived a full, rich life spanning 85 years and spread across the country.A Remembrance Celebrationwill be held Saturday, April 15at the Stavely Community Centreat 1:00 p.m.Please wear something pink or purple to honour Marcy.Luncheon to follow by the Stavely Royal Purple Elks.
It is with great sadness that the family of Edward James Kennedy (Ted) announce his unexpected departure from this Earth on Saturday, March 18, 2023 at the age of 71.Ted was born on Christmas Day, 1951 in Lethbridge, Alberta. When he was ten years old, the family moved to Red Deer, where Ted spent his formative years. He went on … Read more…