By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer If you see William Allan at A&W, he may look a little bit different than he did last week. Normally sporting a long ponytail, the recent graduate of Willow Creek Composite High School, cut his hair Saturday, Nov. 10, to donate it to be made into wigs for the cancer patients. “My mom battled … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer It is a chance to enjoy a great night for a great cause in the community. The Claresholm and District Health Foundation is hosting their 12th annual gala at the Claresholm Community Centre on Saturday, Nov. 24. “It’s an evening out on the town in town to support local health care,” said Tara Bishoff, coordinator … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer Several community organizations are partnering to maximize resources and help the most people they can with an updated Christmas wishes and hamper program. “We have a very generous community,” said Allison McKee, community outreach coordinator for Claresholm and District Family and Community Support Services. Several organizations including FCSS, the Claresholm Local Press, Claresholm Housing Authority, … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer It may be taking on different forms, but the Canada Revenue Agency scam is making the rounds again. The idea is the same as it has always been. Someone claiming to be with the Canada Revenue Agency will phone you demanding cash, or the police will be dispatched to arrest you. The latest twist … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer A Roman Catholic priest who served in Claresholm, Nanton and Champion from 2006 to 2010, has been removed from his parishes in Calgary and placed on administrative leave. The Diocese of Calgary addressed the situation in a statement they issued on Oct. 27. That statement read in part, “The Diocese of Calgary has received … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer Willow Creek Composite High School staff and students are banding together to help one of their own. Ben Gilmour, the 16-year-old son of Richard and Desiree Gilmour, was recently diagnosed with Stage 2 Hodgkin Lymphoma and has been undergoing treatment. There are a lot of expenses health care does not cover, so the school … Read more…
Night of the undead More than 50 people took part in the fourth annual Zombie Walk on Friday, Oct. 26, including Blaine Hoffarth pictured above. The walk started in downtown Amundsen Park and wound its way through the downtown. The event featured face painting, music, prizes, and beverages, and raised $500 for KidSport Claresholm.