M.D. denies request to move monument from airport to Claresholm

By Rob VogtA request to move the Royal Canadian Air Force Monument located at the Claresholm airport into town has been denied.The decision came at the June 14 meeting of M.D. council after they reviewed the request, made by the Town of Claresholm.Coun. Evan Berger said moving it into town means the monument will be seen, otherwise there is no … Read more

College hosts session to help plan for the future

By Rob VogtLethbridge College wants to prepare its students for all the opportunities and challenges they will face when they enter the workforce.On Friday, June 16, the college held “Road to Ready” an engagement session at the town office and multi-use community building hosted by Brad Donaldson, the college’s president and chief executive officer.He explained the session was part of … Read more

Citizens ask council to be respectful on social media

By Rob VogtTwo citizens, one a resident of Claresholm and the other a business owner in town, have concerns about the conduct and behaviour on social media of some town councillors, and request everyone to be respectful going forward.Bonnie Henry and Nikki Thom appeared as a delegation at town council’s June 12 meeting toexpress their concerns.Henry explained she grew up … Read more

Town to provide funding for Agriplex

By Rob VogtThe Town of Claresholm will provide the Willow Creek Agricultural Society with a donation of $50,000 each year for the next four years to fund stage three of the West Agriplex Indoor Riding Arena provided they are successful in their application for funds from the provincial government’s community facility enhancement program.The decision came at council’s June 12 meeting, … Read more

Resident expresses concern over communication regarding air quality

By Rob VogtA resident is concerned information on Claresholm’s air quality be presented accurately and in context, and that Claresholm not sign on to a document that will bind the town to regulations that will harm the interests of its citizens.Rose Petek appeared as a delegation at the June 12 meeting of town council.She said she saw an air quality … Read more