Playing smart By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Claresholm RCMP would like to notify the public that bicycle thefts are increasing. The police have received numerous complaints about the theft of bicycles in and around the Town of Claresholm. The stolen bicycles are generally the BMX style. The RCMP would like to remind the public of some simple steps to … Read more…
Lost and found By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Claresholm RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in returning a lost antenna to its owner. On Aug. 7, a GPS antenna was turned in to the RCMP detachment in Claresholm. The antenna appears to have been removed by force as the wires were cut. The antenna is from a General Motors … Read more…
Leona Koziarski, playing her French horn, was just one of the musicians who participated in open mic night in downtown Ringrose Park on Wednesday, Aug. 1. Open mic night, hosted by Gaven Moore, takes place every Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer Did you know that if you are driving, and turn left into an angle-parking spot, you are breaking the law. This practice is called turning left of centre, and the Claresholm RCMP and Town of Claresholm are encouraging motorists not to do it. “It’s probably one of the biggest complaints we get out of the … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The High River Heat took silver at the recent provincial championships and two players from Claresholm played an important part. Jarrid Baxter and Dustin Drake were part of the team that finished second at the recent Alberta Lacrosse Association 2018 Tier-2 Junior “B” Provincials. The Heat were also the Cindy Grant Tier-2 Junior “B” … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Fort Macleod Junior Royals, which includes a strong contingent from Claresholm, won their fourth straight provincial championship this past weekend. The Royals won the 2018 Baseball Alberta Midget AA provincial gold medal on Sunday, July 29, at West Wind Stadium in Fort Macleod. Local players on the team are Sean Burns and Terril … Read more…
The 21st annual Willow Creek Gospel Music Jamboree took place this past weekend, July 27, 28 and 29, featuring a weekend of faith, fellowship and great music. Here, Agaese “Ace” Taito of Keepers of the Faith Ministry spoke about his life during the Sunday sermon before a crowd of well over 1,000. For full coverage please see pages eight and … Read more…