By Rob VogtBy all accounts, the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot was a successful program for the Town of Claresholm.Officials with Alberta Immigration and Multiculturalism were in Claresholm last week where they were updated on the program.Claresholm was one of 11 communities in Canada approved for the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) program, and the only community to be … Read more…
By Rob VogtIt was 44 years ago when a man with a prosthetic right leg dipped that foot in the Atlantic Ocean to start his run across Canada.Calling it the “Marathon of Hope”, Terry Fox aimed to raise money – $1 for each Canadian – and awareness of cancer and cancer research.Unfortunately, his cancer reappeared in his lungs, forcing him … Read more…
By Rob VogtFamilies returning to Granum School yesterday were greeted by a new addition – a day care.Caitlyn Leader, who operates a day care in Fort Macleod, was approached a few months ago by the school’s parent council and Principal Randy Bohnet.Initially, she was asked if she could provide after-school care.When she toured the school, they talked about the potential … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Claresholm Cobras bantam football team sent their fans home happy with a convincing weekend win in their home opener.The Cobras hosted the Lethbridge Rams at the “Snake Pit” at Willow Creek Composite High School on Saturday, Aug. 31, winning by a score of 31-0.The teams started slowly. Part way through the first quarter, the Cobras were forced … Read more…
By Tim Bryson WCCHS Cobras football teamIt was a busy week at the Snake Pit last week, as all three Cobra football teams began fall camp.Both peewees and bantams have numbers in the low to mid 20s, which is good for their 9-a-side teams.The Willow Creek Composite High School Cobras are down a few players from the spring and will … Read more…
By Mickey DumontLike a well-marinated recipe ingredient, the Sept. 5, Taste of Fort Macleod event continues to get richer and tastier with time.Participants can expect the ambiance of historic Main Street in downtown Fort Macleod to pair well with food, drink and live music.Ashley Tebbutt, executive director of the Fort Macleod Chamber of Commerce, says this year’s event is expected … Read more…
By Rob VogtHistory will come alive this Saturday in some vintage buildings around Claresholm.“Open the Doors to History” will run from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., this Saturday, Aug. 24, offering a tour of seven stops at historic locations around town.The tour culminates in tea at the Claresholm and District Museum from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.The tour promises to … Read more…