By Rob VogtPeople who use Clear Lake, east of Stavely, are urged to be cautious, with a health advisory in effect for blue-green algae in the water.On July 12, Alberta Health Services announced blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) bloom has been identified in the waters of Clear Lake. Residents living near the shores of this lake, as well as visitors to these … Read more…
The following complaints/calls for service were made to the Claresholm RCMP Detachment during the month of May, 2024. Not every call/file is listed below, but just the most relevant ones. Some complaints received were later determined to being Unfounded or not Police matters.Traffic related• One traffic collision resulting in fatal injuries;• One reportable non-fatal traffic collision;• Three reportable traffic collisions;• … Read more…
By Justin Sibbet, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Pronghorns are a staple of southern Alberta, yet the animal faces significant migration challenges every year in the region. T.J. Schwanky, wildlife projects facilitator with the Alberta Wildlife Federation, says fencing designed to keep cattle and other animals in, also doubles as a barrier to pronghorns. “The pronghorn much prefer to crawl under fences … Read more…
By Jessica Lee, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Alberta’s government is allowing targeted hunts on “problem” grizzly bears after a nearly 20-year ban on hunting the threatened species. The province’s forestry and parks ministry may issue what it is calling a grizzly bear management authorization for the purpose of hunting if a wildlife officer determines a grizzly is involved in a human-bear … Read more…
By Rob VogtWhen someone is near the end of life, it can be reassuring to have a loved one crawl in beside them in bed to comfort them.Often that is not possible, when the usual hospital bed is made for one person.The Claresholm and Area Palliative Care Committee has changed.They have used the proceeds raised through their annual Christmas Cruise … Read more…
By Rob VogtLife can change in the blink of an eye.One simple event can really complicate life.That’s what happened to Shane Carlson, affectionately called “Smig” by many in Claresholm.Carlson was finishing up work on April 26, and getting ready to head home to his family for the night.While standing at the top of a flight of stairs, he experienced an … Read more…
By Rob VogtClaresholm town council has directed administration to investigate the potential to create a community peace officer program in Claresholm and to report back to council at a future meeting.At its June 24 meeting, council was advised by Chief Administrative Officer Abe Tinney there have been concerns in the community about traffic including speed on the highway and speed … Read more…