The Claresholm Novice Thunder won their home tournament in dramatic fashion, defeating the Lethbridge Hurricanes in overtime in the tournament final on Sunday afternoon, Dec. 10. In back from left are coaches Jason Bishoff; Landon Flynn; Dustin Drake; Matt Hahn; and Jordy Ferguson; in middle from left are Edward Franz; Preston McLeod; Ty McLean; Parker Bishoff; Colin Fancy; Jacob Penner; … Read more…
The Sons of Norway hosted their annual Christmas party at the Claresholm Community Centre on Thursday, Dec. 7, featuring food, friendship, fun and a visit by Santa Claus. At left are Johnny and Faye of Lethbridge providing the entertainment; while at right are Roy Slettede and Shirley Pedersen dancing.
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Town of Claresholm has made no decisions on the future of the former Claresholm Elementary School building and transforming it into a new town hall and community multi-use building. Last week, people who parked their vehicles in locations such as the arena, seniors’ drop-in centre and downtown, were greeted with a piece of … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer Christmas came early for five local community organization who received a total of more than $30,000 in grants from the Community Foundation of Lethbridge and Southwestern Alberta. On Dec. 7, a total of $227,800 was presented for 30 projects through the foundation’s Community Priorities Grants program, including: $5,800 to the Claresholm Arts Society, for … Read more…
Roy Pachal, the Claresholm and District Chamber of Commerce’s citizen of the year, did the official tree lighting to kick off Old Fashioned Christmas and the shopping season on Friday night, Dec. 1 in downtown Ringrose Park. For full coverage please see page eight.
By Rob Vogt Local Press Writer It was a tough weekend of hockey for the Claresholm Peewee Thunder who dropped a pair of games. The Thunder hosted Sundre on Saturday, Dec. 2 at the Claresholm Arena, losing by a score of 7-4. Claresholm led 2-1 after the first period, but trailed 5-3 after two periods, before losing. Scoring for the … Read more…
The Town of Claresholm has been received a provincial award for its commitment to being a health community. Denise Spencer, the town’s recreation manager, accepted the ChooseWell Healthy Community Award for “Creating supportive environments” at a ceremony on Oct. 25 at Lake Louise. “I’m quite proud,” said Spencer. The award, offered by the Alberta Recreation and Parks Association, celebrates the … Read more…