By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Claresholm Skatepark Association will be kicking off a fundraiser next week with proceeds going to the construction of a new skatepark. Lisa Darch, president of the association, explained people who want to support the project can donate at the till at IGA from May 17 to May 31, when they check out with … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer Alberta Health Services is reminding every one that, if an emergency strikes, they still need to call 911 or visit the emergency of their local hospital. Alberta Health Services issued a news release urging Albertans to call 911 or visit an emergency department immediately if they are experiencing symptoms of a heart attack or … Read more…
The Claresholm 4-H Multi Club held a one-day computer/TV recycling drop-off at the town yard on the east side of Claresholm on Friday, May 7. Here, 4-H member Tori Stonehouse, 13, loads some materials into a bin. Photo by Rob Vogt
Lee was born July 12, 1945 in Fort Macleod AB. Lee passed away, suddenly near Kipp, Alberta on Friday, May 7, 2021 at the age of 75. Lee will be forever known as the proudest father and papa, who will be dearly missed. Lee shared his love of skiing, and the great outdoors with not only his children but … Read more…
February 21, 1927 – May 2, 2021 He is survived by his wife, Sheila; three daughters, five grandchildren and one great-grandson. Jack graduated from U of T as a Geologist and had a long career with Mobil Oil which brought him west in 1953 and included foreign placements in Libya and Dallas. But it was his retirement in 1987 that … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer Charges have been laid against a Calgary man in connection with a series of break, enter and thefts in rural locations including Claresholm. The RCMP issued a release on May 5 stating that in mid April, the Lethbridge Police Service Priority Crimes Unit and the RCMP Southern Alberta Crime Reduction Unit entered into a … Read more…
(William) Ray Anderson passed away at Willow Creek Continuing Care Centre in Claresholm, Alberta on April 28, 2021 at the age of 81 years. Ray had the onset of Parkinsons and Dementia in the past couple of years of his life, but died peacefully in the middle of the night. Ray was born to William and Mabel Anderson on October … Read more…