By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer Claresholm town council has hired a project engineer to oversee the renovation of the former Claresholm Elementary School building into a community multi-use building. At its Aug. 13 meeting, council heard a report from Marian Carlson, the town’s chief administrative officer, about the project. She said the ad hoc committee looking at the project … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Claresholm RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in recovering a stolen trailer. On Aug. 14, the police received a complaint of a theft of trailer. The trailer was parked in the Porcupine Hills on East Trout Creek near Claresholm. The trailer is described as a white 2014 Forest River XLR with Alberta licence plate … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Claresholm and District Chamber of Commerce is looking to recognize outstanding businesses in the area, and the deadline for nominations is coming fast. “We’re really excited to bring the business awards back,” said Amanda Zimmer, president of the chamber of commerce. “Each of the awards is sponsored by a chamber member.” The awards have … Read more…
What a weekend! Fair Days was a huge success and fun was had by all.
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The tumultuous tenure of a town councillor has come to an end. On Monday morning, Aug. 13, Donna Courage resigned from Claresholm town council, visiting the town office to deliver her letter of resignation to Marian Carlson, the town’s chief administrative officer. A similar letter also appeared in the mail boxes of the residents … Read more…
Playing smart By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Claresholm RCMP would like to notify the public that bicycle thefts are increasing. The police have received numerous complaints about the theft of bicycles in and around the Town of Claresholm. The stolen bicycles are generally the BMX style. The RCMP would like to remind the public of some simple steps to … Read more…
Lost and found By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Claresholm RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in returning a lost antenna to its owner. On Aug. 7, a GPS antenna was turned in to the RCMP detachment in Claresholm. The antenna appears to have been removed by force as the wires were cut. The antenna is from a General Motors … Read more…