By Rob VogtWith grant funding quickly coming to an end for a half-time position at Claresholm and District Family and Community Support Services, a request has been made for the Town of Claresholm to start funding that position.At town council’s May 27 meeting, Gabrielle Kirk of the Claresholm Coordinated Response to Elder Abuse Coalition, appeared as a delegation.She explained she … Read more…
1952 – 2024Mrs. Meada Cowie of Lethbridge (formerly of Claresholm), beloved companion of Mr. Wes Olmstead, passed away at home on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at the age of 72 years.Meada will be privately remembered by her loving friends and family. She will be laid to rest in the Claresholm Cemetery.Visit www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.
Norma Mae Sutherland passed away quietly on May 1, 2024 at the age of 95.She was born on June 21, 1928, in Claresholm, Alberta, Canada. Norma was a loving and playful woman with a great sense of humor, known for her ability to connect with others.Norma had a fulfilling career as a nurse and graduated with a BS in Nursing … Read more…
August 15, 1955 – May 20, 2024It is with profound sadness that the family of Raymond (Ray) Andrew Weisensel announce his passing. Ray passed away peacefully at the Claresholm General Hospital on May 20th, 2024, at the age of 68. His quick wit and one-of-a-kind sense of humour were present until the very end, and will always be remembered.Ray was … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Municipal District of Willow Creek has approved a request from the Lethbridge Street Wheelers Car Club to hold a drag race on the de-commissioned runway at the Claresholm airport in September.At its May 22 meeting, M.D. council heard from Raiden Higa and Lauren Vander Woude from the car club making the request.Higa said they would like to … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Claresholm Public Library has received a prestigious award for its popular “Harry Potter Experience”.The Chinook Arch Regional Library System recently presented its 2024 READ Awards based on excellence in library service, collaboration, innovation, community benefit, and transferability to other libraries. This year’s awards were focused on the criteria of how libraries are attracting patrons back into their buildings.“It … Read more…