By Rob VogtFamilies returning to Granum School yesterday were greeted by a new addition – a day care.Caitlyn Leader, who operates a day care in Fort Macleod, was approached a few months ago by the school’s parent council and Principal Randy Bohnet.Initially, she was asked if she could provide after-school care.When she toured the school, they talked about the potential … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Claresholm Cobras bantam football team sent their fans home happy with a convincing weekend win in their home opener.The Cobras hosted the Lethbridge Rams at the “Snake Pit” at Willow Creek Composite High School on Saturday, Aug. 31, winning by a score of 31-0.The teams started slowly. Part way through the first quarter, the Cobras were forced … Read more…
(NC) For most parts of Canada, at this time of year it’s inevitable that freezing temperatures, snow and ice are just over the horizon. Before the cold arrives, here are six things you should do to prepare your home for winter. Clean your plumbingCooler temperatures put a strain on your plumbing system, so be proactive and prevent clogs or ice … Read more…
Content provided by: Alberta Health Services Back-to-school is right around the corner for many families across the province. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to talk with their kids and teens about active and safe ways to travel to school. Active travel can boost physical health, build independence and encourage kids and teens to spend time outside.Here are some practical ideas … Read more…
By Rob VogtAs a new school year approaches, schools in the Livingstone Range School Division will soon have a policy guiding the use of communications devices, such as cell phones, in schools.The process began at the school board’s April 22 meeting when they agreed to develop a policy limiting personal communication devices use in the classroom.Background trusted considered explained the … Read more…
By Rob VogtClaresholm town council has begun the process of making consistent all the fees for the enforcement of snow, ice, grass and weed removal.At its Aug. 12 meeting, council was advised by Chief Administrative Officer Abe Tinney the unsightly premises and property standards bylaw governs grass and weed control, while the traffic and highways bylaw governs snow and ice … Read more…
By Tim Bryson WCCHS Cobras football teamIt was a busy week at the Snake Pit last week, as all three Cobra football teams began fall camp.Both peewees and bantams have numbers in the low to mid 20s, which is good for their 9-a-side teams.The Willow Creek Composite High School Cobras are down a few players from the spring and will … Read more…