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By Rob Vogt Local Press WriterIt was a chance to begin to share some ideas on what the seniors’ drop-in centre can be and what it can do for the community.A open public meeting was held at the centre on Jan. 12, attracting about 50 people.Current President Delma Austin hosted the meeting and began by introducing the centre’s board.She then … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Local Press WriterThe Greater Metro Hockey League West wants to locate a franchise in Claresholm as early as the 2022-2023 season.Dr. Derek Prue, director of expansion for the league, appeared as a delegation via video conference at the Jan. 10 meeting of Claresholm town council to discuss the league, a potential franchise, and to answer questions.He began … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Local Press WriterIt did not look good early for the Claresholm Under-18 Thunder as they fell behind 3-0 early in Central Alberta Hockey League Tier-3 action on Friday night, but rallied to earn a tie.The Thunder hosted Pincher Creek on Jan. 14, and gave up three goals to trail 3-0 after the first period.However, Claresholm came alive … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Local Press WriterThere is a program located in Claresholm that addresses domestic abuse, where the abuser leaves the home and stays at a place in Claresholm that provides counselling and support.Claresholm town council learned more about “Safe at Home” when Nara Fedozzi, the program director, appeared as a delegation via video conference at council’s Jan. 10 meeting.She … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press WriterClosing a door made all the difference between a house suffering smoke damage and being engulfed in flames.On Jan. 4, Clay Moss was shopping in Claresholm on the phone with his wife Marika who was at home in Stavely.The smoke detector went off, and he could hear it through the phone.Their son came upstairs and … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press WriterThe National Police Federation wants to know what your thoughts are on the Alberta government’s proposal to transition from the RCMP to a provincial police service.The federation is bringing its “Keep Alberta RCMP Campaign” to Claresholm on Jan. 18, where they will be hosting a public consultation at 2 p.m. at a venue yet to be determined.Kevin … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer There were no injuries when fire broke out on New Year’s Day at a commercial property on First Street and 46th Avenue in Claresholm. The Claresholm Fire Department responded at about 4:15 p.m. after reports of smoke billowing out of the building. Chief Craig White said initially it looked as if the entire building … Read more…