New organization open to help newcomers

By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer A new organization has opened its doors in downtown Claresholm to help meet the needs of newcomers to the community. Willow Creek Immigrant Services is a branch of the Calgary Catholic Immigration Society. Ricardo Morales, manager of community development and integration services, said they have already been providing outreach services to Claresholm through their … Read more

Charges laid related to counterfeit U.S. currency

By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer Claresholm RCMP have laid charges against two people from Red Deer in connection with the trafficking of counterfeit U.S. currency. On Sept. 11, Nanton RCMP were made aware of counterfeit U.S. currency being used within their community. Reports of the currency being used in Claresholm and in Fort Macleod were also received in the following … Read more