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Local MLA named parliamentary secretary for health engagement

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By Rob VogtThe MLA for Livingstone-Macleod has been given a new role by Premier Danielle Smith to ensure front-line health-care workers remain engaged with decision-makers.On March 21, the provincial government announced Chelsae Petrovic, a licensed practical nurse with more than 13 years’ experience, and MLA for Livingstone-Macleod, has been appointed parliamentary secretary for health workforce engagement.It was noted the provincial government … Read more…

Community Sports 

Cobras shine with Chinook all-stars

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By Frank McTighe; Editor, Macleod GazetteThe stars of the Chinook Basketball League sparkled Wednesday night in Fort Macleod.F.P. Walshe school hosted the annual all-star classic featuring top players from the high school girls league.Willow Creek Composite Cobras Tori Stonehouse and Janell Lange suited up for the white team along with players from the J.T. Foster Raiders, Coalhurst Crusaders, and St. … Read more…

Community Local News 

Claresholm town council updated on social needs assessment

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By Rob VogtClaresholm and District Family and Community Support Services partnered with the town’s economic development department and hired the Rural Development Network to prepare a social needs assessment for the Town of Claresholm. FCSS uses the needs assessment to further their work and assist community members with their needs.At its March 11 meeting, Claresholm town council reviewed an update … Read more…

Environmental News 

Province pledges funds towards drought resiliency, infrastructure

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By Dave Lueneberg, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter “We have to find better ways to maximize our province’s water supply, not just for today but also for future Albertans.” Those were just some of the words used by the province’s environment minister, Rebecca Schulz, March 13 as the Alberta government announced $35 million in funding toward what it believes could be another … Read more…

Environmental Local News 

Council advised of water information session

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By Rob VogtA group of concerned citizens in the Municipal District of Willow Creek has organized an evening to provide information on water, drought, and the threat of wildfire.Roy Penniket and Rod Brunes, who are part of the Chinook Watershed Crew, appeared as a delegation at Claresholm town council’s March 11 meeting to explain what they have planned, and request … Read more…

Community Sports 

Big changes coming in high school football in 2024

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By Tim Bryson, Co-coach, WCCHS Cobras footballAs spring approaches, it’s a good time to look forward to the 2024 high school football season, especially as there are some massive changes taking place this year.Since 1998, high school football teams have been assigned into different tiers, based on school population. The concept is like how other high school teams are designated, … Read more…

Local News Safety 

RCMP report for the month of February

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The following complaints/calls for service were made to the Claresholm RCMP Detachment during the month of February, 2024. Not every call/file is listed below, but just the most relevant ones. Some complaints received were later determined to be unfounded.Traffic related• One traffic collision resulting in non-fatal injuries;• Five reportable traffic collisions;• Seven non-reportable traffic collisions;• 11 charges for speeding;• 10 … Read more…