By Rob VogtThe Independence Party has nominated their candidate in Livingstone-Macleod, which includes Claresholm, Stavely and the Municipal District of Willow Creek, for the upcoming provincial election in May.The party has chosen Claresholm native Corrie Toone, who said elected officials have dropped the ball.“They forgot they’re public servants,” he said in an interview on April 21. “They think we work … Read more…
By Rob VogtIt will be a chance to see a variety of goods and services all under one roof.The Claresholm and District Chamber of Commerce is hosting their Trade Fair on Friday, April 28 from 1 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, April 29, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.This year the trade fair moves to the Claresholm Arena from its … Read more…
By Rob VogtClimate activists are pushing for a war economy to deal with what they have deemed a climate emergency.That is one of the messages delivered by guest speaker Michelle Stirling by video conference to a gathering of 17 people hosted by the Alberta Prosperity Project Claresholm Chapter at the Journeys Centre on April 20.Calling her presentation “Rationing and war … Read more…
By Rob VogtWhen a woman is experiencing domestic violence or abuse, there is help available.At its April 11 meeting, Claresholm town council learned more about Rowan House when two of its staff appeared as a delegation.Linette Soldan is the executive director for Rowan House and Kelly Smit is the resource development team lead.Smit explained Rowan House has been in operation … Read more…
By Rob VogtWithout volunteers, many of the community organizations would simply not be able to function.That is one of the observations made by Holly Gillespie, community outreach coordinator for Claresholm and District Family and Community Support Services.She points out volunteers run the non-profit organizations in the community.“We need them,” Gillespie said, adding “volunteers power the community.”She cites an example in her … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe main entrance and viewing area at the Claresholm Aquatic Centre has opened again.In a recent statement, Alberta Health Services announced that as of April 17 the Claresholm Centre for Mental Health and Addictions opened the public entrance door to the pool.As per Alberta Health Services policy, masking is still required at all Alberta Health Services sites.Because the … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe council of the Municipal District of Willow Creek has adopted its 2022 operating budget of $17.2 million.The decision came at council’s April 12 meeting after a presentation by administration.It stated the total operating budget revenue is $17,202,235 with total operating budget expenditures of $17,156,645, generating a surplus of $45,590.Council previously approved an interim budget, and there have … Read more…