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New vaccine requirements and COVID-19 measures in Alberta

September 15, 2021 Media inquiriesAlberta has declared a state of public health emergency and will implement new health measures to expand capacity, increase vaccination rates and reduce transmission of COVID-19.New temporary health measures to help slow the spread of COVID-19 will apply provincewide. This includes new restrictions on restaurants, indoor gatherings, weddings and funerals, retail, entertainment venues, and indoor sport and … Read more…

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Federal election set for Sept. 20

Posted on: August 26, 2021August 26, 2021 Staff Writer

By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer Canadians will go to the polls to elect a new federal government on Sept. 20, 2021. On Aug. 15, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visited Governor General Mary Simon, asking her to dissolve Parliament and requesting an election be held. Voting takes place on Sept. 20 with advanced polls to be held on Sept. 10, … Read more…

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New colony delayed for more info.

Posted on: August 26, 2021August 26, 2021 Staff Writer

By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Municipal Planning Commission of the Municipal District of Willow Creek wants more information before deciding whether to approve an application by the Hutterian Brethren Church of Granum for a new colony east of Claresholm. At its Aug. 11 meeting, the commission reviewed an application to establish a new colony at the west half … Read more…

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Campground, brewery approved

Posted on: August 26, 2021August 26, 2021 Staff Writer

By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The council of the Municipal District of Willow Creek has approved by a split 4-3 vote re-zoning land west of Claresholm to make way for a campground, RV park and micro-brewery. The decision came at the Aug. 11 meeting of council. Back at its March 10 meeting, council held a public hearing on an application … Read more…

Sports

Yellow Rose barrel race

Posted on: August 3, 2021August 4, 2021 Staff Writer

The sixth annual Yellow Rose Futurity/Derby/Open Barrel race took place at the Claresholm Agriplex from July 30 to Aug. 1. Proceeds from this year’s Friday Benefit Barrel Race went to Ronald McDonald House Charities. Here, Skyler Mantler rounds a barrel on Saturday morning.

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RCMP investigate stolen trailer

Posted on: August 3, 2021 Staff Writer

By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Claresholm RCMP is seeking the public’s assistance in recovering a stolen trailer. Between July 16 and July 25, 2021, a black 2019 Southland trailer with Flaman markings was stolen from Claresholm Motor Products Ltd. in Claresholm. The trailer was locked and left in the parking lot. A notable feature of this particular model is … Read more…

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M.D. of Willow Creek declares agriculture disaster

Posted on: August 3, 2021August 3, 2021 Staff Writer

By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Municipal District of Willow Creek has declared an agriculture disaster, with drought conditions worsening and reducing crop yields. At its July 28 meeting, M.D. council was advised by Chief Administrative Officer Derrick Krizsan that the idea was before council because some interest had been expressed in discussing it. Reeve Maryanne Sandberg said the … Read more…

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Bike club gathers to support mental health

Posted on: August 3, 2021August 3, 2021 Staff Writer

By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer Every year on the August long weekend members of the Iron Order Motorcycle Club have their provincial party in a small town in Alberta. Along with getting together, they try to give back to the community they visit. This year they chose Claresholm and teamed up with Calgary Family Peer Connections for mental health … Read more…