Meet me at the County Fair
A complete guide to this weekend’s Fair Days activities is available in the August 7 edition of the Claresholm Local Press. Pick up your copy today!
Community
Lions contribute to museum; always welcoming new members
By Rob VogtThe Claresholm Lions Club recently made a financial contribution to the Claresholm and District Museum, the latest in a long list of contributions to worthwhile community organizations.Lions President Lynn Heward was at the station building of the museum on Thursday, Aug. 1, where he presented an $800 cheque to Bill Kells, executive director of the museum.The funds were … Read more…
Travelling for the Civic Holiday? The CBSA gives tips for a smoother trip
July 30, 2024 Ottawa, Ontario Canada Border Services Agency The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) reminds travellers of what to expect when crossing the border over the upcoming Civic Holiday long weekend in Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Ontario, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories and Nunavut. Every day, the CBSA works hard to protect Canadians, support the economy and … Read more…
Search and Rescue items stolen while training
By Jesse Boily, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter While out on life-saving training, the Grande Prairie Technical Search and Rescue (GPTSR) team was the victim of the theft of “multiple items essential for emergency response.” The theft occurred at the 17.5 KM Canfor Bridge Wednesday, July 10, between 7:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. “It is truly disheartening to have items stolen from … Read more…
Who are the Hells Angels, Lethbridge’s newest gang?
By Justin Sibbet, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter It has recently become common knowledge the Hells Angels have arrived in Lethbridge, bringing mixed reviews along with them. Some on social media have said they are eager to see the outlaw biker gang on the streets of the city, but others have shared a less positive outlook. Mike Tucker, a spokesperson for ALERT, … Read more…
Contestants gather in Stavely for auctioneer championship
By Rob VogtThe best auctioneers in the world gathered in Stavely last week, vying to make it to the finals of the International Livestock Auctioneer Championship.A total of 30 auctioneers from Australia, the United States and Canada took their turns selling 2,200 head of cattle at a sale at Foothills Auction in Stavely on Friday, July 12.The event started with … Read more…
Town to look into community peace officer program
By Rob VogtClaresholm town council has directed administration to investigate the potential to create a community peace officer program in Claresholm and to report back to council at a future meeting.At its June 24 meeting, council was advised by Chief Administrative Officer Abe Tinney there have been concerns in the community about traffic including speed on the highway and speed … Read more…