By Rob Vogt The Wilow Creek Composite High School cross-country running team was small but mighty, turning in some solid times during their season.The team went to three runs this year.The Bullhorn Run was at Kainai on Sept. 27, where Minnie Toone won bronze in her age category and Coach Michelle Watt brought home a silver medal.Participants were also asked … Read more…
The following complaints/calls for service were made to the Claresholm RCMP Detachment during the month of September, 2024. Not every call/file is listed below, but just the most relevant ones. Some complaints received were later determined to being unfounded or not police matters. Traffic related• One reported non-fatal traffic collision.• Seven reportable traffic collisions, with one charge laid.• Four reports … Read more…
By Rob Vogt The Willow Creek Composite High School junior varsity girls’ volleyball team sent their fans home happy, taking the “B” championship of their home tournament on the weekend.The Cobras welcomed 16 teams from Picture Butte; two from Pincher Creek; Milk River; Nobleford; Coaldale; two from High River; Magrath; Fort Macleod; Bow Island; Stirling; Vulcan; Canmore; and the Crowsnest Pass … Read more…
By Mickey Dumont – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter In response to a citizen’s request to install traffic lights in the intersection of Highway 2 and Highway 520 in Claresholm, Town of Claresholm council decided not to advocate on the resident’s behalf.“With the McDonald’s now being open, I believe it’s appropriate to start a conversation about the intersection of Highway 520 … Read more…
By Somya Lohia, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter In the heart of Pincher Creek, a land parcel serves as a beloved community space featuring a picturesque walking trail and off-leash dog park where residents enjoy the tranquility of nature. However, beneath its surface lies a rich tapestry of history that remains largely unrecognized. According to town councillor David Green, this land may … Read more…
By Rob Vogt The Claresholm Cobras peewee football team punched their ticket to the second round of playoffs with a thrilling win at home last week.The Cobras hosted the Cardston Cougars under the lights at the “Snake Pit” at the Willow Creek Composite High School field on Thursday, Oct. 10, winning by a score of 28-14.Thomas Baird got Claresholm on … Read more…
The following complaints/calls for service were made to the Claresholm RCMP Detachment during the month of August, 2024. Not every call/file is listed below, but just the most relevant ones. Some complaints received were later determined to being unfounded or not police matters.Traffic related• Four reportable traffic collisions, with one charge laid.• One report of a non-reportable traffic collision.• Two … Read more…