By Rob Vogt Sheryl Cassar wants to help seniors and make Claresholm an even better place to be.She began her new role as senior services coordinator with Claresholm and District Family and Community Support Services on Jan. 28 and set to work immediately.Cassar looks after seniors who come into Family and Community Support Services.She provides assistance in applying for the … Read more…
By Rob Vogt The Willow Creek Composite High School girls’ basketball team advanced all the way to the third place game of their home tournament this past weekend before finishing fourth.Claresholm hosted the Cobra Classic on Friday, Feb. 14 and Saturday, Feb. 15, welcoming teams from Coaldale, Coalhurst, Fort Macleod, Picture Butte and Pincher Creek.The Cobras opened on Friday night … Read more…
By Rob Vogt The Willow Creek 4-H District has determined its champions in prepared speeches and presentations.The district held its communications contest at Granum School on Saturday, Feb. 8, and the following winners were determined:Junior presentation• First, Jase Guitton, Claresholm Beef Club, with “Snap, Crackle, Pop’; second, Brook Vang, Stavely/Parkland Beef Club, “A One Night Hike”; and third, Scarlett Pittman, … Read more…
September 12, 1965 – February 2, 2025 It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Martin. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones on February 2, 2025, at the age of 59, after a more than thirty year long battle with Multiple Sclerosis.Martin was predeceased by his parents, Joseph in 2011, and Amalia in October 2024. … Read more…
1936-2025 It is with heavy hearts the family of Ronald Harry Tinker announce his peaceful passing in Claresholm, Alberta on Friday, February 7, 2025 at the age of 88.Ron was predeceased by his wife Betty in 2006. They had been married 49 years.Ron spent his life working in the forest and construction industries in Robson, Nakusp, Revelstoke, and Salmon Arm, … Read more…
May 21 1960 – January 19 2025 It is with great sadness that the family of Ron Belair announce his passing on January 19th 2025 at the Claresholm General hospital, at the age of 64. Ron was predeceased by his wife of 32 years, Linda Belair. He is survived by his son, Kevin Belair and granddaughter Aurora, his daughter, Denyal … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Claresholm’s annual Winterfest will have a new location and start time this year.The annual celebration will move to the Claresholm Curling Club and the empty field north of it on Saturday, Feb. 22, with activities starting at 4 p.m.Organizer Megan McClung, the town’s engagement coordinator, explained Winterfest needed a new venue because the Claresholm Community Centre is … Read more…