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Oldman Watershed Council discusses water, drought, conservation

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By Rob VogtThe Oldman Watershed Council is a not-for-profit organization that is working in partnership with communities and residents to improve the Oldman River Watershed. The council consists of members who live or work within the Oldman basin. These members provide leadership and guidance in watershed planning and management, water quality monitoring, and stewardship promotion.At a drought preparedness and mitigation … Read more…

Claresholm RCMP report for the month of March

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The following complaints/calls for service were made to the Claresholm RCMP Detachment during the month of March, 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• Two traffic collisions, one resulting in non-fatal injuries;• Six reportable traffic collisions;• Four non-reportable traffic collisions;• Fourteen complaints of speeding, … Read more…

Council approves final 2024 town budget

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By Rob VogtAfter some adjustments, Claresholm town council has approved the 2024 town budget.Blair Bullock, the town’s director of corporate services, presented the budget at the April 8 council meeting.He noted there have been some changes since council approved the interim budget.Changes to the operating budget include:• The addition of a new special tax levy proposed to fund current and … Read more…

Province investing in EMS systems

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By Steffanie Costigan, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Alberta government announced on Thursday $35 million in funding over three years to assist with reducing emergency response times and support EMS workers.  “We will outline significant steps our government and partners are taking to enhance the emergency response capabilities and healthcare across Alberta, said Alberta Minister of Health Adriana LaGrange on Thursday … Read more…