Alberta’s government has removed the $5 fee for harvesting up to three Christmas trees from Crown land for personal use. Eliminating the fee will save Albertans almost $100,000 and make it easier for individuals to get their own Christmas trees and firewood from Alberta’s 87 million acres of forested land. “I hope Albertans take the time to go out with … Read more…
The boxes are then shipped to children in need around the world. Donations came from the entire school, and were then sorted and items chosen for each shoe box by the Grade 3 students. “They learn about being global citizens,” said teacher Esther McDowell. From left are teacher Carly Hoar, and students Angus Albrecht, Chloe Stewart, Aria Saini, Sofiya Korolova, Dayton … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer Old Fashioned Christmas is back again this year, celebrating its 22nd anniversary, but it will look a little different. The Claresholm and District Chamber of Commerce and the Claresholm Local Press, who organize Old Fashioned Christmas, have decided to make it a week-long event instead of a one-night affair, starting on Nov. 27 and … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer A team of powerlifters, who train at a gym in Nanton, recently had a successful meet in Edmonton, setting national and world records and coming home with a healthy harvest of medals. They travelled to Evolve Strength in Edmonton on Nov. 7 and 8 for Shell Shock 5, a charity event in support of … Read more…
Veteran Ed Garrett salutes after laying a wreath on behalf of the Canadian Armed Forces at the Remembrance Day service at the Granum cenotaph on Nov. 11. For full coverage please see page four. Photo by Rob Vogt
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Claresholm Cobras peewee football ended their season recently by handing out their year-end awards. The team held a wind-up evening at the Bridges at Claresholm Golf Club on Monday, Nov. 9, and presented the following awards: • Most Valuable Player, Kael Smith; • Offensive player of the year, Syler Sabey; • Offensive lineman … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer You may have seen them in the downtown parking lot this past weekend, members of the Claresholm Fire Department standing in front of a fire truck, selling copies of their brand new calendar. “It’s a chance to recognize members and showcase who they are and who they work for,” said Fire Chief Craig White of … Read more…