1942 – 2024It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Philip William Curle, fondly known as Phil, who passed away peacefully at the Claresholm General Hospital on Monday, October 8, 2024, after a brief battle with Alzheimer’s disease at 82 years old.Phil was born on April 21, 1942, in Carmangay, Alberta, to Bill and Alvey Curle. He … Read more…
May 20, 1960 – July 5, 2024 Celebration of LifeSaturday, October 26, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.Granum Lutheran Church204 Grey Street, Granum, ABPlease join us to celebrate Anita’s life.
By Rob Vogt Not only is Stavely Elementary School developing the leaders of tomorrow today, but it is also becoming a leader among leaders.On Thursday, Oct. 10, the school hosted a Thanksgiving Feast, inviting those who have contributed to the school community.Among those attending the feast, were representatives of the Horizon School Division, invited in to observe the leadership culture … Read more…
By Rob Vogt The Claresholm Cobras peewee football team punched their ticket to the second round of playoffs with a thrilling win at home last week.The Cobras hosted the Cardston Cougars under the lights at the “Snake Pit” at the Willow Creek Composite High School field on Thursday, Oct. 10, winning by a score of 28-14.Thomas Baird got Claresholm on … Read more…
The following complaints/calls for service were made to the Claresholm RCMP Detachment during the month of August, 2024. Not every call/file is listed below, but just the most relevant ones. Some complaints received were later determined to being unfounded or not police matters.Traffic related• Four reportable traffic collisions, with one charge laid.• One report of a non-reportable traffic collision.• Two … Read more…
By Mickey Dumont Local Journalism Initiative Reporter With five large renewable projects in various stages of planning and approval, MD of Willow Creek administration is continually informing council and rural ratepayers on the status of these applications.“It’s on the agenda for public information,” chief administrative officer Derrick Krizsan said, referring to the Oct. 9 municipal planning commission meeting.“These are really … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe role of firefighters has evolved over time.Once primarily concerned with answering fire calls and motor vehicle collisions, the role has expanded to involve so much more as first responders.“You’re expected to be a jack of all trades,” said Kelly Starling, emergency services manager for the Municipal District of Willow Creek.That includes fires, medical calls, motor vehicle collisions, … Read more…