Work bee
From left are Charlie Brobbel, Jacob Muilwijk, and Duncan McLean, who were just three of the volunteers working on building the new playground at Granum School on July 24 and 25. For full coverage please see page three. Photo by Rob Vogt
Local News
Council approves new skatepark location
A proposed new skatepark has a location now, south of the new community multi-use building either on the east or west side of the property depending on suitability. At its July 20 meeting, Claresholm town council approved the location at 5318 – Second Street West, after hearing a report from Marian Carlson, the town’s chief administrative officer. On July 7, … Read more…
Stampede-Themed Parade
There was a Calgary Stampede-themed drive-by parade at the Porcupine Hills Lodge on Tuesday, July 7, with residents watching, waving, and holding up signs, while people, vehicles and riders passed by to offer their best wishes. Here Elliot, James, and Jacob Penner wave to residents as they pass by on horseback. Photo by Rob Vogt
Granum hits the streets for Canada Day Parade
By Lawrence Gleason Local Press Writer Granum had a Canada Day celebration. Following a suggestion Granum could hold a Canada Day Parade, even though its usual annual celebrations, including a community cake cutting, games, pancake breakfast, entertainment and fireworks were cancelled due to the COVID-19 crisis, local volunteer Fran Hanson, got into action. “We had a week to do it,” … Read more…
We are winners!
Claresholm Local Press is best in class for the Alberta Weekly Newspaper Association, bringing home the title of Best Overall Newspaper, plus other awards presented virtually over the last three weeks.
Missing monument reported
The Claresholm RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing monument. Between July 2 and July 3, a polished black granite graveside monument was taken from the area of 42nd Avenue and Fifth Street East. The monument is described as 36 inches tall, rough rocky on the sides, and with a highly polished top. Anyone with information on this … Read more…