On Sunday, June 6, members of Claresholm Branch No. 41 of the Royal Canadian Legion cleaned and placed Canadian flags on the graves of veterans buried at the Claresholm cemetery. The Legion holds this event every year on the first Sunday of June on or following the anniversary of the D-Day invasion which was June 6, 1944. Here, Brian Thibeau, … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer Alec Harrison was about seven years old when “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” sparked an interest in music and storytelling that has led his work to be heard around the world. That includes “SpiderMable – a real life superhero story” an inspiring Alberta film about a courageous girl battling cancer and raising awareness, which appeared on … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Claresholm and District Health Foundation will host a fundraisng barbecue downtown next week with a twist – it will be drive-through this year. The event, which was cancelled last year to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, June 16. In order to … Read more…
Good Fortune! By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer It was Teresa Collins’ lucky day. On June 4, the Western Canada Lottery Corporation announced the Claresholm woman had won $100,000 on her “The Royals Zing” ticket. It noted she has developed a new appreciation for the number 9 because she won the game’s top prize on her ninth hand, with a … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Alberta government has begun Stage 1 of its plan to loosen health guidelines to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, with Stage 2 expected to begin on June 10. On June 1, the provincial government announced Albertans can now enjoy outdoor patios, haircuts and more physical activities as vaccination rates continue to … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Town of Claresholm will spend just under $5,000 on a radio system so town staff can communicate with emergency services during an emergency. At its May 25 meeting by video conference, town council was advised by Chief Administrative Officer Marian Carlson that staff had a de-briefing session after the recent wildland grassfire in … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Town of Claresholm will proceed with plans to tear down the old town office building and recently awarded a tender to do the job. At its May 25 meeting, town council agreed to award the contract for the demolition of the old administration building located at 221 – 45th Avenue West to TR3 … Read more…