By Lawrence Gleason, Local Press Writer A massive solar project proposed for construction 10 kilometres north-east of Claresholm, would be comprised of 470,000 solar panels, each two metres by 1.2 metres in size and rated at 430 watts per panel, generating enough electricity to power 33,000 typical Alberta homes. The Claresholm Solar proposal came before the Municipal District of Willow … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer Claresholm town council has updated the bylaw governing the town’s economic development committee, but not before a discussion and failed amendment on whether to allow the Claresholm and District Chamber of Commerce and Municipal District of Willow Creek to designate their own representatives. At its Dec. 11 meeting, council moved second reading of the … Read more…
Some of the members of the cast of the Claresholm Arts Society’s production of “Back to the ‘80s” made an appearance at the end of the musical recital by the students of local music teacher Michelle DeDominicis at Willow Creek Composite High School on Friday, Dec. 15. “Back to the ‘80s” takes the stage at the Claresholm Community Centre on … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer Claresholm town council has agreed to hold quarterly open houses with dates and locations to be determined. At its Dec. 11 meeting, council discussed the idea of holding regular open houses where council can gather feedback from the public. Mayor Doug MacPherson said he would like one in January, with it potentially being held … Read more…
The Stavely Arena came alive with the sights and sounds of Christmas on Sunday, Dec. 10, as Family and Community Support Services – Stavely and the Stavely Oddfellows put on a number of activities, including photos with Santa; a Santa’s Gone loonie room where children could pick a present out for their families; skating; hot dogs; hot chocolate; crafts; and … Read more…
The Sons of Norway hosted their annual Christmas party at the Claresholm Community Centre on Thursday, Dec. 7, featuring food, friendship, fun and a visit by Santa Claus. At left are Johnny and Faye of Lethbridge providing the entertainment; while at right are Roy Slettede and Shirley Pedersen dancing.
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Town of Claresholm has made no decisions on the future of the former Claresholm Elementary School building and transforming it into a new town hall and community multi-use building. Last week, people who parked their vehicles in locations such as the arena, seniors’ drop-in centre and downtown, were greeted with a piece of … Read more…