Kenneth Herbert FritzlercFebruary 18, 1941 – October 13, 2026It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kenneth Herbert Fritzler.Kenneth was born in Vulcan, Alberta, Canada, and attended school in Champion, Alberta, where he later met and married his beloved wife, Virginia MacLeod. Together, they shared a life rooted in family, hard work, and their connections to the … Read more…
December 11, 1934 – October 14, 2026Elisabeth Mary Brereton Clarke was born in Wimbledon, England on December 11, 1934 to Allan and Shelagh Clarke. This completed their family with her older sister Jennifer. Elisabeth was an amazing person who was very comfortable being the person who stayed behind the scenes and did the work without taking the credit. When she … Read more…
1939-2026At peace, Jack slipped quietly into heaven on Oct 18, 2026 after a lengthy struggle with declining health.He will be dearly missed by his wife Pat, daughter Cheryl (Wally), son David, granddaughters Sarah (Michael), and Erin (Moe). Jack was born in Claresholm, AB on Oct. 8, 1939. He graduated in Agriculture from U of A in 1961. In 1965 he married Pat … Read more…
1936 – 2026The family of Peggy (Gramsie) Baptie is celebrating her life. Peggy passed away October 18, 2026, surrounded by love. Margaret Ann Madill was born July 12, 1936. Life brought her to Calgary, Alberta where she met Bob Baptie. The two married in 1959 and settled in Cochrane where they had Kathy, David, and Anne. In 1991, Peggy and Bob … Read more…
The Canadian Classic Rodeo Association 2026 Finals took over the Willow Creek Agriplex from Thursday, Oct. 15 to Oct. 18. From left are Dean Rhodes of Claresholm and his partner Wayne Hofer competing in the team roping 40 to 59 years of age category. Photo by Rob Vogt
By Rob VogtThe referendum on Monday night, Oct. 19, also had nine questions covering a variety of topics and, at a press time, Albertans voted yes to eight out of those nine questions.The results break down as follows:Question 1Do you support the Government of Alberta taking increased control over immigration for the purposes of decreasing immigration to more sustainable levels, … Read more…
By Rob VogtIt has become a Halloween tradition in Claresholm – going down to the community centre and getting your pants scared of, if you choose to.The seventh annual Claresholm Community Haunted House will take place at the community centre on Friday, Oct. 30 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., with a no-scare hour from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., … Read more…