By Rob Vogt – Local Press WriterDuring the Second World War, pilots could not train close to their homes.That is how Jim Ashworth, a native of Invermere, B.C, found his way to Claresholm.He trained as a pilot at the training base west of town in 1941, before he was posted to Europe where he served as an instructor and squadron … Read more…
The 82nd National Newspaper Week kicks off on Sunday October 2 and runs through to Saturday October 8 this year. Below is one of our pre-written editorial pieces that newspapers are welcome to publish in print or online to remind readers about the critical role that newspapers play in an active and healthy democracy. Newspapers are an essential part of Canadian culture, … Read more…
By Rob Vogt – Local Press WriterWith technology playing such a big part in the lives of children and youth, it is important they learn to make good choices.To assist in that effort, the school councils of Willow Creek Composite High, West Meadow Elementary and Granum Schools partnered to bring in Paul Davis, an expert on online safety, on Sept. … Read more…
Steve Harmer brought his motivational magic show to the students of West Meadow Elementary School on Wednesday, Sept. 21. Harmer uses magic to impart lessons on kindness and gratitude. Here, from left are Delta Heggie, Harmer, and Colton Cutler, watching as the magician pulls a rabbit named Stew from a box. Photo by Rob Vogt
The start of the school year means lots of children will be out and about during the mornings and afternoons.Police will be conducting school patrols during school hours to ensure speed limits are followed.Claresholm and Nanton operate as one RCMP detachment and have responded to 163 total calls in this two-week period. Some call to mention are: Claresholm• 31 traffic … Read more…
Albertans are becoming increasingly angry with the catch-and-release system that allows dangerous criminals back into our communities.This is not the fault of the Alberta Justice system, local courts, crown prosecutors or the police.The catch-and-release system is systemic and can be traced to federal laws and the bail regime established by Ottawa.Before 1992, offenders were granted early release based on time … Read more…
Pick up a copy at local newsstands this week to see what’s inside.