By Rob Vogt What would you do if there was a chance you would lose your community hall?A group of young people decided to host a talent show to save theirs.That is the premise of “The Holiday Jukebox”, the latest production being staged by Stavely’s Unique Character House, or SUCH Drama group.“The Holiday Jukebox” will take the stage at the Claresholm … Read more…
By Mickey Dumont Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Understanding it is hard to attract volunteers to put out your fires, the Town of Claresholm council is taking steps to make it easier to attract and keep its volunteer firefighters’ cohort.“Recruitment and retention of volunteer firefighters has become increasingly difficult over the past number of years,” Town of Claresholm Chief Administrator Officer … Read more…
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October 16, 1937 – November 10, 2024 Darlene Ellefson was born on October 16, 1937 in Prince Albert, SK.She attend various schools through her growing up years, including Sacred Hearts Convent in Calgary; and St. Michael’s Convent in Pincher Creek. She went on to attend Olds College, which is where she met George Robinson. George and Darlene were later married … Read more…
Passed away November 16, 2024 Ross Wayne Shearer, age 85, passed away November 16, 2024 in Claresholm, Alberta.He will be greatly missed by his family: wife of 62 years, Sharon; sons, Brent (Maureen) and Todd (Suzanne); sister Janet Curle; and brother Mark Shearer (Julie); five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, as well as cousins, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Roostertail’s Hair Salon is the winner of the Claresholm and District Chamber of Commerce roots of excellence award.The chamber handed out its “Best of Claresholm” business awards at a gala celebration at the Claresholm Community Centre on Saturday, Nov. 23.This award is open to all local businesses in operation for at least 15 years; may be awarded … Read more…