s COVID-19 Updates | Claresholm Local Press - Part 11

Lists being compiled for volunteers, those in need

FCSS Here to Help Concerns over the spread of the COVID-19 virus, and precautions such as social distancing and staying home, have left some people in need of assistance and others who may want to lend a helping hand. Claresholm and District Family and Community Support Services is compiling a list of people who may be shut in, limited in … Read more

Town of Claresholm is taking steps to reduce risk to staff and the general public

In response to the current COVID-19 situation in Alberta, the Town of Claresholm is taking steps to reduce risk to staff and the general public.  The Administration and FCSS offices will be closed to the public beginning March 19, 2020 and will remain so until further notice. The Town wants to ensure that citizens are not impacted negatively by the … Read more

Mayor updates town on response to pandemic

The Town of Claresholm has responded to the concern over the spread of COVID-19 by closing facilities and reassuring residents. Mayor Doug MacPherson issued a statement on March 16 stating, “From myself and town council, we would like to reassure residents that the Town of Claresholm is maintaining close contact with Alberta government agencies such as the Alberta Emergency Management … Read more

Classes, events cancelled; gatherings limited to 50 people

COVID-19 has made its presence felt in Claresholm and area, forcing the cancellation of classes, the closure of facilities and the cancellation of community events. Minister of Education Adriana LaGrange announced on March 15 that all classes have been indefinitely cancelled across the province. The Livingstone Range School Division responded swiftly, cancelling all classes but issuing a statement emphasizing that … Read more

Classes Cancelled for All Students March 15, 2020

Effective immediately, all classes are cancelled for all students across Alberta, including Livingstone Range School Division. At a press conference from Edmonton on Sunday, March 15, Minister of Education Adriana LaGrange made the announcement and shared the following with school jurisdictions: “The safety of our students, teachers and staff is the number one priority for all of us – for … Read more