By Rob VogtPlanning for your senior years can include how to avoid pitfalls, estate planning, personal directives, power of attorney, and reducing financial strain.A total of about 15 people gathered at the Claresholm town office council chambers on Friday, June 23 to hear more about the subject and how it relates to elder abuse.The presentation was given by Gabrielle Kirk, … Read more…
By Rob VogtAs the water level at the Pine Coulee Reservoir dips, the Town of Claresholm is moving to the next phase of water restrictions.On July 10, the town issued a statement stating that due to a continued trend of falling water levels in the reservoir, the Town of Claresholm and the Municipal District of Willow Creek have implemented Stage … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Claresholm RCMP is seeking the public’s assistance in finding those responsible for a recent break-in at a downtown store.On July 10, the police issued a release stating on the morning of Monday, July 4, Claresholm RCMP responded to a break and enter at the Dollarama in Claresholm.The suspect entered the back of the business and attempted to circumvent … Read more…
By Rob VogtAs the Claresholm and District Bench Show fast approaches, the deadline has been extended for people in town and the country to enter their yards and gardens.Syd Gray, president of the Claresholm and District Fair Days Bench Show, said they have extended the deadline to Thursday, July 20.This will give ample timing for judging in town and the … Read more…
By Rob VogtWith the Pine Coulee reservoir dipping below a certain level, the Town of Claresholm and Municipal District of Willow Creek have enacted water restrictions to protect the water supply in the reservoir.At its June 28 meeting, the M.D. council reviewed a public notice sent out to ratepayers stating Stage 1 water restrictions are in place.A water shortage has … Read more…
By Rob VogtIt was a chance to look back at the achievements of 12 years of school and ahead to what the future brings as Willow Creek Composite High School celebrated the graduating class of 2023.Festivities were held in the school gym on June 30, as the school welcomed the community in to join in the celebration.Valedictorian Dakota Van Langen … Read more…
By Rob VogtThere was no better time to officially commemorate a new playground in Granum’s Granview Park then on Canada Day, when children where playing in the park, the water – and on the new playground equipment.Kim Berreth emceed a ribbon cutting on July 1, where she expressed her appreciation to all the individuals and organizations who came together to … Read more…