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November 15, 1934 – October 4, 2019 Harold Lloyd Clark passed away peacefully on October 4, 2019 at the age of 84 years. Harold was born in Mannville, Alberta on November 15, 1934. Over the years Harold was employed with the Vermilion, Granum, Enchant, and Okotoks seed cleaning plants. He was with Economy Carries for 25 years in Calgary. He … Read more…
It was a fitting tribute to a pioneer in women’s rights in Canada. This past Saturday, Oct. 5, Lieutenant Governor Lois Mitchell officially unveiled a bust of Louise McKinney, as well as an exhibit honouring the Famous 5 and women in agriculture, at the Claresholm and District Museum before a gathering of dignitaries and special guests. McKinney was one of … Read more…
Canadian corporations are expected to act the same way in other countries as they do in Canada – no better but definitely no worse, obeying local and Canadian laws. When a question arises about a Canadian company’s actions in another country, it can be referred to the Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise. Sheri Meyerhoffer, a lawyer originally from Claresholm, has … Read more…
Dignitaries and guests gathered last week as FortisAlberta officially opened its new service centre in Claresholm. The electricity company held an official grand opening on Oct. 2 where, instead of a ribbon cutting, officials more fittingly cut a wire. “Getting out to celebrate this facility is really special,” said Mike Mosher, president of FortisAlberta. Although he works in Calgary, he likes … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Local Press Writer There was a time when women were not equal before the eyes of the law. They were not even viewed as legal persons. That changed when the Famous 5 petitioned the Privy Council of England, who ultimately declared that women were persons under the law. That paved the way for women to be appointed … Read more…
National Newspaper Week | October 6-12, 2019 The Claresholm Local Press is celebrating National Newspaper Week this week, and our 93rd Anniversary. The Claresholm Local Press was started by a single man and is still a proud independent community newspaper. We take pride in sharing our community’s news and events from week to week, and hope you continue to support … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Local Press Writer Local high school students have a new opportunity to earn a credential to set them on the road to a career in hairstyling. Starting this past September, Willow Creek Composite High School and F.P. Walshe School in Fort Macleod are offering the full hairstyling post-secondary program, led by teacher Amanda High. The program is … Read more…