By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer It’s a chance to play some bingo, win prizes, and support local business all at the same time. The Claresholm and District Chamber of Commerce kicked off “Shop in Claresholm” bingo on Aug. 8, with bingo cards appearing in the Aug. 5 issue of the Claresholm Local Press. “It’s a way to support local … Read more…
Canada Day celebrations will go virtual this year. “Things are a little bit different due to the COVID-19 situation,” said Lauren Billey, events coordinator for the Town of Claresholm. Although the province is in the process of its re-launch strategy, the Alberta Health Services guidelines still prevent large public gatherings. “We have to do events a little bit different,” Billey said, which … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Local Press Writer Local musician Charlie Ewing has woven memories and bits of his life into the songs that make up his latest CD, entitled “Skimmerhorn Waltz”. The CD is made up of 12 songs – eight are brand new; three are his own songs that he has re-recorded; and one is a cover of the Ian Tyson … Read more…
Singers like to sing in front of people. During the COVID-19 pandemic, with gatherings limited to 15 people until recently, it was difficult to do that. Stavely singing sensation Mariya Stokes found a way by going online, and she has taken good friend and roommate Allayna Van Diesen along for the ride. Starting back on March 30, Stokes launched “Fiyah … Read more…
Members of the Porcupine Hills Classic Cruisers car club, who host a show and shine vintage vehicle show the second weekend of August every year, hit the road on Sunday, April 26, with a parade past the hospitals and Porcupine Hills Lodge to spread some joy and a message of support for everyone affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Photo by … Read more…
Henry Veldboom, Pastor,Granum Christian Reformed Church This past month the world was confronted with a crisis that has created fear and anxiety. Seemingly overnight, we went from living fairly predictable and stable lives to facing great uncertainty. We are faced with questions that we can’t answer. Will I or my loved ones get the virus and will we survive? Will … Read more…